If you've been suffering with neck or upper back pain, your doctor might recommend a cervical epidural steroid injection. During this procedure, a needle is used to inject a steroid solution around the upper part of the spinal cord. It can be extremely effective.

Prednisolone resembles the hormone cortisol made by your adrenal glands. This steroid medication reduces inflammation and is used to treat many conditions, such as allergies, asthma and certain types of arthritis. Prednisolone 5 mg is a low-dose steroid, but side effects can still happen.