Corticosteroid Injections

Corticosteroid injections are used for management for different musculoskeletal conditions that need an additional pain relief intervention to allow you to comply with physiotherapy and exercise-based interventions. Our experienced team of musculoskeletal practitioners who are trained through masters level qualification to administer corticosteroid injections will discuss the indication of injection for your condition and help you make an informed shared decision if you were to choose injection as a part of your treatment plan.

Soft-Tissue-Joint-Injections

Corticosteroids (Cortisone) are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and are prescribed for different musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendonitis, tendinopathies, bursitis, neuropathies etc. It works with initiating a strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect when administered along with local anaesthetic into the inflamed joint/ soft tissue structures.

What can you expect during your consultation?

  • An Advanced Musculoskeletal Practitioner will complete your assessment and determine need for injection treatment
  • Will confirm any contraindications or caution with the procedure
  • Will explain risks, benefits of procedure and ask for your consent to proceed
  • Will complete the procedure following aseptic technique
  • You will be asked to wait for 10-15 minutes after your injection to monitor for immediate side-effects
  • You will be given an information leaflet on Dos and Don’ts after the procedure and safety-netted for potential side-effects and emergency contact process
  • You will be able to drive back on your own unless you experience any side-effects or wish for someone to accompany you during the procedure and to drive you back
  • The session might last for between 40-60 minutes so please plan your appointment attendance time accordingly
  • If you wished to have your initial consultation and then make a decision on having the steroid injection, you will be able to book yourself an appointment on a different date.

Keeping you informed

This treatment intervention isn’t without its potential risks or damage to the injected soft tissue structure particularly with repeated injection. However, this is kept to the minimum by means of completing a robust assessment of your condition, symptoms, past medical history, medication history and other causative factors that limits us from its use. Injection is administered following the national clinical guidelines and backed by evidence with your consent to procedure after determining its absolute need for you. All risks and benefits will be discussed during the appointment session. Therapist’s experience of landmarks and addition of ultrasound imaging where required to guide the injection will further assure reduced risk of procedure.

Prices For Treatment

Price
Consultation and Treatment of Steroid Injection: £200.00