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Joint Injections

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:

  • Finger

  • Toe

  • Wrist

  • Ankle

  • Shoulder

  • Hip

  • Knee

  • Tendons

 

The Procedure

  • A cold spray or other local anaesthetic is used when joint injections or aspirations (taking fluid out of a joint) are performed.

  • Anti-inflammatory agents that slow the accumulation of cells that cause inflammation and pain are injected into the joint space.

 

The Results

  • Within a few days the pain and inflammation settles.

  • The effects can last for months

  • The medication decreases inflammation, swelling, tenderness, or heat the joint is holding.

  • Most patients only need one treatment, but a further treatment may be needed for some patients.

  • There are few side-effects, although patients may feel increased tenderness, warmth, or swelling, around the injection site.  

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