Discography is a diagnostic procedure in which x-ray dye is injected under gentle pressure into the discs of the spine. Based on the presence or absence of pain during the injection of dye, your doctor may be able to determine if the disc is responsible for your pain symptoms.

How painful is a Discogram test?

How Painful Is a Discogram? The needle insertions for IV and local anesthetic may cause a mild stinging pain from the pricking. The discogram is designed to provoke existing pain to find out the source, so certain amount of pain is to be expected.

Are you awake during a Discogram?

You will remain awake throughout the procedure. You will be asked to lie on your stomach or side on an examination table. Monitors will be placed on you to measure your heart rate, blood pressure, and the oxygen level in your blood.