Vocabulary Entry

epidural

|noun • adjective

noun

An epidural is a medical procedure in which anesthesia is injected into the epidural space of the spine to relieve pain, typically during childbirth or surgery.

Example Sentences

"She received an epidural to manage the pain during labor."

"The anesthesiologist explained the benefits of getting an epidural."

"After the epidural was administered, she felt immediate relief from her contractions."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The epidural block provided her with significant comfort during the procedure."

"He opted for an epidural method to alleviate pain during his recovery."

"The hospital specializes in various epidural techniques for pain management."