Ultrasound-Guided Corticosteroid Injections
Corticosteroid injections are used when there is chronic inflammation within a joint or around a tendon that is not settling within normal time limits, typically 8-12 weeks.
Corticosteroid is a naturally occurring hormone within the body. It is a powerful anti-inflammatory and is very effective at
reducing the pain of inflamed areas.
Many people associate corticosteroids with only short-term relief and there are many negative reports in the media regarding steroids. There is some truth in this, however, when used correctly in small doses, they often provide fast-acting long-term solutions for many conditions.
What can Corticosteroid Injections Treat?
Corticosteroids are excellent for treating:
- Wrist Pain
- Elbow Pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Frozen Shoulders
- Rotator Cuff Pain
- Acromioclavicular Joint Pain
- Heel Pain
- Morton’s Neuroma
Prices:
Corticosteroid injection: £205
Ultrasound diagnostic + Corticosteroid injection: £285
Injections are guided using ultrasound by our expert MSK physiotherapist and sonographer, Jonathan Wride.
Please note that ALL of our injections are ultrasound-guided. Research has shown significantly better outcomes when using guided injections, versus unguided, simply because you can be sure to target the specific injury.
Medical Referrals
It’s not only our team at Origin Health who can support your recovery. We work with a large network of clinical and medical experts, including local doctors, MRI and CT scanning facilities. We can refer you, if required, to ensure that you see the right specialist to treat your pain.
Please contact our osteopathic team for further advice and information.
