You can, but the side effects of these are much more common and can cause stomach upsets and bleeding. These injections bypass the stomach. Plus they are administered to the site of the pain, so have a direct effect.
Why Don’t I Just Take Anti-Inflammatory Pills?
How is the Injection Administered?
All injections are done under strict aseptic conditions with sterile gloves and equipment. After this, we will gently put the needle into the affected area and inject the solution into it. Shortly after this, we will examine you again.

How LONG Does the Injection Work?
If we use a local anaesthetic, the pain should be less within a few minutes, though it may return after about an hour, just as when you visit the dentist. The steroid usually starts to work within twenty-four to forty-eight hours but may take longer.
It depends from person to person and condition to condition, some people only need one injection and in others it can last for several months. Occasionally it only lasts for a few weeks.
How Long Does the Effect Last?

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a substance found in our body and particularly our joints, but as we age, it is far slower to replenish and as a consequence, we get stiff joints. Replenishing the hyaluronic acid helps the joints move better and reduces pain, the hyaluronic acid also stimulates the surfaces of your joints to produce more HA and can work for up to 6 months.
We tend to use Ostenil Plus and get good results from this. There are others available such as Durolane. You can decide this with us, following discussion.
Hyaluronic Joint Treatments

Cortico-steroid Anti-inflammatory injections are fantastic for reducing pain around the body from shoulder pain to tennis elbow or osteoarthritis in the knee.
They effectively treat most soft tissue problems. Please call for more information.
steroid Soft Tissue and Joint injections

Corticosteroid is a medicine which relieves swelling, stiffness, and pain by reducing inflammation.
Is This the Same Drug That Athletes and Bodybuilders Take?
No. Those are anabolic steroids. The steroids Jo injects are completely different and are corticosteroids.
What Is Corticosteroid?

Quality Medical Treatments Provided in CHEADLE, Cheshire.
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Treating osteo-arthritis, shoulder pain and many others
At our Cheadle clinic, we specialise in providing targeted medical injections to alleviate pain and improve mobility for a wide range of conditions, including osteoarthritis, shoulder pain, and many others. These treatments are designed to reduce inflammation, relieve discomfort, and enhance your quality of life, whether you’re dealing with chronic joint issues or acute muscle pain. Administered by experienced professionals, Jo & Nicola, in a safe and welcoming environment, our injections offer a fast and effective solution tailored to your needs, helping you get back to doing what you love.
Live pain-free with the effective osteo-arthritis, soft injection treatments
Injection Therapy Information
Injections into soft tissues and joints can be very effective in giving pain relief when the tissue is inflamed. The injection that you have had includes a small amount of corticosteroid that has an anti-inflammatory action and a local anaesthetic which numbs the area temporarily.
To gain the most benefit from this injection, you need to follow the advice provided. Failure to do this will affect how well the treatment works. It often takes several days before any improvement is noticeable, however, during this time you should only experience your normal level of discomfort.
If you want an expert opinion on your diagnosis, please contact the clinic to book in for your diagnostic assessment. You can also contact us for a free telephone consultation to discuss your problems and arrange the most suitable treatment.
Yes, if you:
• Have Any Infection on Your Skin or Anywhere Else in Your Body
• Are Allergic to Local Anaesthetic or Steroid
• Feel Unwell
• Are Due to Have Surgery at the Area Soon
• Are Pregnant
• Are Under Eighteen
• Do Not Want the Injection
Are There Any Times I Should Not Have an Injection?
Is the Injection Painful?
Not particularly, as we both have had extensive training and experience in the technique. You may experience some soreness after the injection for a couple of days, but we'll tell you what to do about this.
We will discuss with you if you need to see a physiotherapist for rehab and will recommend one if there is somebody in your area. She may give you some exercises to do at home.
Generally you do not need to be seen again but if you do or if you have any problems, we are always on hand to give advice.
When Will I Have to Be Seen Again?

Depending on what caused the problem, we will provide different advice. For example, for problems caused by overuse, you may be advised to do early, gentle movement. But please be aware, it is best not to ‘overdo’ things in the first two weeks after the injection to allow the steroid to give long-lasting benefits. If the steroid starts working quickly, it is tempting to do too much, which can result in the effects of the injection being short-lived.
What Should I Do after the Injection?

The number of injections needed depends on the body part treated and will be decided by either Jo or Nicola and yourself. Usually, one injection is sufficient, but if the pain is severe or has been there for a long time, you may need more.
How Many Injections Can I Have?


These are very rare, but for your peace of mind, we will discuss them with you:
• Flushing of the Face for a Few Hours
• Small Area of Fat Loss or a Change in Colour of the Skin Around the Injection Site in more superficial injections
• Slight Vaginal Bleeding
• Diabetic Patients May Notice a Temporary Increase in Blood Sugar Levels
• Infection: If the Area Becomes Hot, Swollen, and Painful for More Than Twenty-Four Hours You Should Contact Your Physiotherapist or Doctor Immediately
• You Will Be Asked to Wait after the Injection to Ensure There Is No Allergic Reaction to the Drug