Intra-Articular Joint Injections
Are you suffering from persistent joint pain in your knee, shoulder, or ankle that limits your daily activities? At SARC Orthopedics, our intra-articular joint injections offer a minimally invasive solution to alleviate pain and inflammation, helping you regain mobility and comfort. Our expert orthopedic specialists tailor this treatment to your unique needs, targeting conditions like arthritis, injuries, or inflammation.
What Are Intra-Articular Joint Injections?
Intra-articular joint injections deliver medication, such as corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid, directly into the affected joint to reduce pain and swelling. This outpatient procedure is commonly used for the knee, shoulder, acromioclavicular (AC) joint, and ankle, offering both pain relief and diagnostic insights.
Benefits Across Joints
Minimally Invasive: Performed quickly with little downtime.
Pain Relief: Eases discomfort from conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or injuries.
Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Corticosteroids reduce swelling, improving joint function.
Diagnostic Value: Confirms the joint as the pain source if relief is achieved.
Joint Lubrication: Hyaluronic acid may be used (e.g., in knees) to enhance mobility.
Targeted Joint Treatments
Knee: Relieves pain from arthritis or inflammation, improving movement.
Shoulder: Manages discomfort from rotator cuff issues, bursitis, or osteoarthritis.
AC Joint: Reduces pain and enhances function for arthritis or injury-related issues.
Ankle: Eases pain from arthritis or gout, promoting better mobility.
What to Expect
While generally safe, intra-articular injections may carry risks like infection or allergic reactions, which your provider will discuss beforehand. Relief is often temporary, and repeat injections or complementary therapies like physical therapy may be recommended for lasting results.
Ready to find relief? Contact SARC Orthopedics, to schedule a consultation with our orthopedic specialists and explore how intra-articular joint injections can help you move comfortably again.