Joint injections (cortisone steroid injections) deliver targeted pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication directly into the affected joint, at our Leeds clinic.
If you don't already have a referral, a Private GP appointment is the first step.
“Very impressed with the clinic at Thorpe Park, Leeds. Used their pain management clinic recently and had great service from the consultants and staff there.”
Chris Gorse
Injections at our Thorpe Park Clinic in Leeds. Your Private GP appointment is priced separately.
Specialist Care
Our specialist pain management team have the expertise and first-class equipment to deliver injections into the specific joint causing your pain. Your specialist may use ultrasound guidance to make sure the needle is placed precisely.
Before your injection, your specialist reviews your medical history and previous treatments, examines the joint and looks at any relevant imaging. If you take blood thinners, you may need to stop them beforehand - check with your specialist, and don't stop any medication without their advice.
Who It's For
Most joint injections combine a local anaesthetic with a corticosteroid, a strong anti-inflammatory; some use hyaluronic acid or other substances. They're used for osteoarthritis (wear and tear of the joint), rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis (inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs that cushion a joint) and other inflammatory joint conditions, usually when medication or physiotherapy hasn't helped enough. See each area we treat on our joint injections page.
Comfort Throughout
We use local anaesthetic to minimise pain, and most patients feel only mild discomfort. The joint may feel numb for a few hours afterwards, and you might have some temporary increased pain as the anaesthetic wears off.
Rest the joint for 24-48 hours, then return to your normal activities gradually. The full anti-inflammatory effect typically develops over 3-7 days, so keep a note of how long your relief lasts - it helps time any future injection.
Self-Pay or Insurance
Pay for your treatment yourself, or use your medical insurance. If you're claiming on insurance, you'll need a referral letter from your GP.
You can self-pay for treatment at LivingCare or use your medical insurance. Click here to learn more.
1. See a Private GP first
2. Consultation with your specialist
3. Get ready
4. Your injection
5. Rest with us for 15-30 minutes
6. Recover and track your relief
“Very impressed with the clinic at Thorpe Park, Leeds. Used their pain management clinic recently and had great service from the consultants and staff there.”
Chris Gorse
A few things you might like to know.
You can receive this treatment at any one of the locations below.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists - consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.
You can receive this treatment from one of the consultants listed below.
