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Orthopedics

Cortisone Injection

An injection of a corticosteroid medication directly into a joint or soft tissue to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. Cortisone injections are commonly used to treat conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, and trigger finger.

Definition

An injection of a corticosteroid medication directly into a joint or soft tissue to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. Cortisone injections are commonly used to treat conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, and trigger finger.

In-Depth

What You Need to Know

Cortisone injections deliver a powerful anti-inflammatory medication directly to the source of pain and swelling, providing relief that typically begins within a few days and can last several weeks to months. The procedure is performed in the office and usually takes only a few minutes. Common injection sites include the shoulder, knee, hip, wrist, elbow, and spine. While cortisone injections can provide significant relief, they are generally limited to three or four injections per joint per year to minimize potential side effects such as cartilage weakening or tendon damage. Ultrasound guidance is sometimes used to ensure precise needle placement, particularly for deeper joints.

Calls & Questions

What Patients Ask

Common phone questions about cortisone injection — and how Front Desk handles scheduling and call routing automatically.

Common Patient Questions

  • 1How long does a cortisone injection take to start working?
  • 2How many cortisone shots can I get in the same joint?
  • 3Are there any side effects from cortisone injections?
  • 4Can I drive myself home after getting a cortisone injection?

How Front Desk Helps Your Practice

Front Desk can explain how cortisone injections work, how long relief typically lasts, and how many can be given per year. It can schedule injection appointments, inform patients about any preparation needed, and advise on post-injection activity restrictions. It can also help patients understand when a cortisone injection might be appropriate versus other treatment options.

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FAQ

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Common questions about cortisone injection.

An injection of a corticosteroid medication directly into a joint or soft tissue to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. Cortisone injections are commonly used to treat conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, and trigger finger. Cortisone injections deliver a powerful anti-inflammatory medication directly to the source of pain and swelling, providing relief that typically begins within a few days and can last several weeks to months. The procedure is performed in the office and usually takes only a few minutes.

Your orthopedics provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk helps by explain how cortisone injections work, how long relief typically lasts, and how many can be given per year. It can schedule injection appointments, inform patients about any preparation needed, and advise on post-injection activity restrictions. It can also help patients understand when a cortisone injection might be appropriate versus other treatment options.

Your orthopedics provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk helps by explain how cortisone injections work, how long relief typically lasts, and how many can be given per year. It can schedule injection appointments, inform patients about any preparation needed, and advise on post-injection activity restrictions. It can also help patients understand when a cortisone injection might be appropriate versus other treatment options.

Your orthopedics provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk helps by explain how cortisone injections work, how long relief typically lasts, and how many can be given per year. It can schedule injection appointments, inform patients about any preparation needed, and advise on post-injection activity restrictions. It can also help patients understand when a cortisone injection might be appropriate versus other treatment options.

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