Joint Injections
Joint injections are used to treat some muscle and joint inflammation. They can be particularly useful for patients with arthritis, gout, tendinitis, rotator cuff issues or musculo-skeletal issues in the:
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Finger
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Toe
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Wrist
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Ankle
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Shoulder
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Hip
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Knee
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Tendons
The Procedure
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A cold spray or other local anaesthetic is used when joint injections or aspirations (taking fluid out of a joint) are performed.
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Anti-inflammatory agents that slow the accumulation of cells that cause inflammation and pain are injected into the joint space.
The Results
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Within a few days the pain and inflammation settles.
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The effects can last for months
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The medication decreases inflammation, swelling, tenderness, or heat the joint is holding.
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Most patients only need one treatment, but a further treatment may be needed for some patients.
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There are few side-effects, although patients may feel increased tenderness, warmth, or swelling, around the injection site.