Joint Injections

Joint Injections

What are Joint Injections?

Joint injections deliver medication directly into joints to reduce inflammation and pain in conditions like arthritis.

Medications Used

• Corticosteroids
  
• Hyaluronic acid (for osteoarthritis)
  

Procedure Overview

• Quick outpatient procedure
  
• Numbing agent used
  
• Relief may last weeks to months
  

Benefits

• Rapid pain relief
  
• Delays need for surgery
  
• Safe and minimally invasive
  

Risks

• Temporary pain
  
• Rare infection risk
  

Conclusion

Joint injections provide targeted relief. Heritage Hospital’s rheumatology team uses precision techniques for patient comfort and mobility.