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Joint injections deliver targeted pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication directly into affected joints, providing effective relief under specialist care.
A joint injection is a targeted treatment that delivers medication directly into a painful or inflamed joint. These injections typically contain a combination of local anaesthetic and corticosteroid to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. Some injections may use hyaluronic acid or other substances depending on the joint condition.
This treatment benefits patients with various joint conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis and other inflammatory joint conditions. It's particularly helpful for those who haven't responded adequately to oral medications or physiotherapy.
Joint injections work by delivering anti-inflammatory medication directly to the source of pain and inflammation. The procedure may use ultrasound guidance to ensure precise placement of the medication within the joint space.
The local anaesthetic provides immediate pain relief, while the steroid medication reduces inflammation over the following days. This combination helps break the pain cycle and can provide relief lasting several months.
Before Your Treatment: Before your joint injection, you'll have a consultation to review your medical history and previous treatments. Your specialist will conduct a physical examination of the affected joint and review any relevant imaging such as X-rays or MRI scans. They will also discuss whether you need to stop taking certain medications, such as blood thinners, before the procedure.
During Your Treatment: During the procedure, which typically takes 10-15 minutes, your specialist will clean the skin with antiseptic and may use local anaesthetic to numb the area. They might use ultrasound guidance to ensure precise needle placement. While you may feel brief pressure or mild discomfort, the procedure is generally well-tolerated.
After Your Treatment: After your injection, you'll remain in the clinic for a short monitoring period of 15-30 minutes. The joint may feel numb for a few hours, and you might experience temporary increased pain as the anaesthetic wears off. You can apply ice to the area to reduce any discomfort.
While generally safe, potential risks include:
Your specialist will discuss these risks and how they relate to your specific case.
Day of injection:
Following days:
Long-term management:
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Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Give us a call or use our contact form to get in touch with us. After receiving your referral, we will contact you to arrange a suitable time and date for your appointment.
We Contact You
Within 24 hours, a member of our team will offer you an appointment date and time that suits you. Following the scheduling of your appointment, you will be required to attend one of our clinics for your consultation or scan.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment on your chosen date and time to see one of our highly qualified consultants. After your appointment, a consultant will prepare a written report, which will be sent to your referring clinician within 48 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you require any further tests, treatments, or reviews, we will refer you and take care of the booking process. If you need a copy of your report or images, please contact us, and we can arrange this.
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.
