Cortisone injections are a commonly used treatment to help reduce pain and inflammation in joints, tendons, and soft tissues. They can be an effective option when injury, overuse, or arthritis is limiting your mobility or daily activities.
A cortisone injection delivers a small dose of steroid (an anti-inflammatory medication) directly into the area causing pain. By targeting the source of inflammation, these injections can provide relief more quickly and effectively than oral medications.
Cortisone injections may help with the following conditions:
- Osteoarthritis (knee, hip, shoulder, etc)
- Bursitis or impingement
- Tendon irritation (e.g. rotator cuff, Achilles, tennis or golfer’s elbow)
- Plantar fasciitis
Injections help reduce pain so you can move better. Pairing cortisone with physiotherapy often leads to the best long-term results.