Most people hear “epidural steroid injection” and think immediate relief… but that’s not always how it works. As an endoscopic spine surgeon, I explain why the first 24–48 hours can actually be more painful — the volume of the injection can briefly increase pressure on an already irritated herniated disc. The steroid reduces inflammation, but not instantly. A lot of pain doctors don’t slow down and explain this, so patients get blindsided. Here’s what’s really happening inside your spine and why

Men's Health on Instagram: "@frankgrillo1 has taken testosterone for years. But to prep for one movie, Boss Level, he used something else, Anavar. He explains how each affected his body differently to @ebenezersamuel23 and @dr.patdavidson in our latest #strongtalk. Full episode at link in bio."