Steroid Injections in Cardiff

Private Steroid Cortisone Injections In Cardiff

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Steroid injections, commonly referred to as Hydrocortisone or Cortisone injections, help alleviate pain, swelling and irritation to specific body areas. The reason why cortisone is effective in treating this type of pain is because it is a powerful anti-inflammatory. They are frequently administered into joints such as the wrist, shoulder, elbow, hip, knee or spine. A cortisone injection (shot) typically includes a corticosteroid medication for long-term pain relief and a local anesthetic for immediate pain relief. Cortisone injections are particularly effective in treating inflammatory arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis.

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How Do Steroid Injections Work?

Some steroids naturally occur in the human body, while artificial steroids mimic these natural ones to reduce inflammation. Corticosteroids are synthetic versions of steroids primarily produced in the adrenal glands. When injected into a joint or tendon, corticosteroids help alleviate inflammation in the joint space, tendon sheath and surrounding structures thereby reducing pain and stiffness. For pain relief, steroids are often combined with local anesthetics which provide immediate pain relief.

Guided By Ultrasound

There are numerous studies which have repeatedly demonstrated and confirmed that needle placement into target structures have a greater degree of accuracy and are successfully placed within the target structure on a much higher percentage of attempts when performed with ultrasound guidance. At ClearMed Clinic, we use ultrasound guidance to administer Cortisone injections, ensuring precise delivery of the medication for optimal effectiveness. During the procedure, the needle’s position can be monitored in real-time after it enters the body tissues, allowing for accurate needle placement and injection delivery.

Benefits

For most patients, the benefits of pain relief from Cortisone injections outweigh the risk of any side effects. The decision to use Cortisone is made carefully by GP’s or Consultants based on your diagnosis and medical history. Cortisone injections are particularly effective at treating joint and soft tissue inflammation, which reduces pain and improves joint function which could last for weeks or even months. Generally, these injections are well tolerated by the body and rarely cause any side effects.

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