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Corticosteroid Injections

What They Are

Corticosteroid injections (sometimes called “steroid” or “cortisone” injections) are

anti-inflammatory medicines delivered directly into or around a joint or soft tissue.

Corticosteroid injections (sometimes called “steroid” or “cortisone” injections) are anti-inflammatory medicines delivered directly into or around a joint or soft tissue.

They are a well-established treatment in musculoskeletal medicine, used to reduce pain and inflammation where it is causing significant limitation.

They are a well-established treatment in musculoskeletal medicine, used to reduce pain and inflammation where it is causing significant limitation.

Corticosteroid injections (sometimes called “steroid” or “cortisone” injections) are anti-inflammatory medicines delivered directly into or around a joint or soft tissue.

They are a well-established treatment in musculoskeletal medicine, used to reduce pain and inflammation where it is causing significant limitation.

Which Conditions They’re Best For

  • Moderate to advanced osteoarthritis (knee, shoulder, hand, ankle)

  • Bursitis (shoulder, hip, elbow)

  • Frozen shoulder

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

  • Trigger finger

  • Morton’s neuroma

*They are not generally recommended for tendinopathies, as repeated injections in tendons carry a risk of tendon weakening or rupture.

*They are not generally recommended for tendinopathies, as repeated injections in tendons carry a risk of tendon weakening or rupture.

*They are not generally recommended for tendinopathies, as repeated injections in tendons carry a risk of tendon weakening or rupture.

Benefits of CS

Benefits of CS

Benefits of CS

Well-established treatment with decades of safe use

Rapid pain relief (often within days)

Reduces inflammation, improving mobility and function

Delivered under ultrasound guidance for precision and safety

Possible Limitations

Possible Limitations

Relief is often temporary (weeks to months) rather than permanent

Repeated injections in the same area are limited

Does not reverse underlying joint damage or arthritis progression

Possible side effects include a temporary flare of pain, local skin changes, or thinning at the injection site

Pricing & Combinations

Pricing & Combinations

Corticosteroid Injections

CS Injection

CS Injection

£275

Corticosteroid Combined Injections

HA + CS

HA + CS

£450

What to expect at your consultation

Most patients notice improvement within a few days, although sometimes it may take up to two weeks. During your clinic visit, you will:

1

Be Assessed

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One of our doctors will review your symptoms and examine the affected area

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We will confirm that a corticosteroid injection is appropriate for your condition

2

Consent Together

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A tailored consent form will be completed with you, ensuring all risks and benefits are discussed

3

Receive The Injection

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The injection will be performed under ultrasound guidance to ensure accuracy and safety

Take the first step
towards relief

Appointments available within days.

No GP referral required.

Booking available soon

Take the first step
towards relief

Appointments available within days.

No GP referral required.

Booking available soon

Take the first step
towards relief

Appointments available within days.

No GP referral required.

Booking available soon