Description:
Joint Injections are used to deliver a mixture of corticosteroid medication and a local anesthetic into painful joints. Local anesthetic provides immediate pain relief, while corticosteroid medication decreases inflammation within the joint. Occasionally, Joint Injections need to be repeated to achieve durable pain relief.
Conditions Treated:
Joint Injections are commonly recommended for patients with the following conditions:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint inflammation and joint pain
- Bursitis and tendonitis
- Hip, knee, shoulder, ankle, elbow, and wrist pain
What to Expect:
Procedure length: <5min. Patients start experiencing significant pain relief within 2-3 days. The expected duration of pain relief is 3 to 6 months. If requested by the patient, this procedure can be done with IV sedation. Please note that if IV sedation is requested, the patient would need to bring a driver with them on the day of the procedure.