Joint Injections (Shoulder, Knee, Hip)

Joint injections are a minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve pain and inflammation in major joints such as the shoulders, knees, hips, and sacroiliac joints. At Covenant Spine and Neurology, we use image-guided techniques to ensure accuracy, delivering targeted relief that helps patients move more comfortably and return to daily activities with less pain.

How Joint Injections Work

During the procedure, a combination of corticosteroid medication (to reduce inflammation) and local anesthetic (to numb pain) is injected directly into the affected joint. This approach:

 

  • Decreases inflammation at the source

  • Provides pain relief that can last for weeks to months

  • Improves mobility and range of motion

  • Helps patients participate more effectively in physical therapy

Conditions Treated with Joint Injections

Joint injections may be recommended for individuals with:

 

  • Osteoarthritis of the shoulder, knee, or hip

  • Bursitis or joint inflammation from overuse

  • Sports injuries or repetitive stress conditions

  • Joint degeneration not responding to conservative care

These injections can also delay or, in some cases, help patients avoid surgery by controlling pain long-term.

Benefits of Joint Injections

  • Minimally invasive and outpatient-based

  • Provides targeted, effective pain relief

  • Reduces the need for long-term oral pain medications

  • Supports rehabilitation by decreasing discomfort during exercise

  • Can be repeated as part of a comprehensive pain management plan

What to Expect During the Procedure

  • Performed in an outpatient setting
  • Image guidance (fluoroscopy or ultrasound) ensures precise placement
  • Procedure is quick, often taking less than 30 minutes
  • Relief may occur within days and can last for weeks or months depending on the condition

Take the Next Step Toward Relief

If joint pain is interfering with your mobility or daily activities, targeted joint injections may provide the relief you need to move more freely and comfortably. Click here to schedule a consultation or determine the location nearest you at one of our four convenient Covenant Spine and Neurology offices.

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