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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.

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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.

*NO GP APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED FOR STEROID INJECTION, OUR INJECTION THERAPISTS ARE NON-MEDICAL PRESCRIBERS AND WILL BE ABLE TO PRESCRIBE THE INJECTABLE MEDICATIONS ON THE DAY OF YOUR TREATMENT”

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.

Plan For Your Visit

You will have an option to book yourself an appointment with clinician of your choice through the Book Appointment tab. If you are unsure about the nature of your condition and want to speak to us before booking an appointment or choosing from the list of services we offer, please feel free to send your questions through the "Contact us" form or give us a call on 01775562762 or 03330147700.

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