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What are local injections?
Local injections are drug treatments that are injected directly into the painful area or joint to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. These injections can contain various substances, such as steroids, local anesthetics, hyaluronic acid and PRP.
How are local injections used in orthopedics?
In orthopedics, local injections can be used to treat a variety of problems, including:
- Joint pain: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, knee arthritis, and other joint pain
- Muscle injuries: muscle spasms, tendonitis, bursitis, and ligament tears
- Sports injuries: sprains, strains, and meniscus tears
- Cartilage damage: degenerative disc disease and cartilage wear
- Facet joint pain: pain in the facet joints of the spine
- Nerve compression: pain caused by nerve compression, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and sciatica.
How long does the local injection take?
Local injections are usually administered in a clinic under sterile conditions. The procedure usually takes no more than 30 minutes. Once the injection site is numbed, the doctor injects the medication directly into the painful area or joint using a thin needle.
What are the benefits of local injections?
- Fast pain relief: Local injections can help relieve pain quickly and effectively.
- Speed up healing: Local injections can speed up the healing process by reducing inflammation and increasing blood flow.
- Increase mobility: Local injections can enable the patient to perform everyday activities more easily by reducing pain and increasing joint mobility.
- Can be a pre-operative option: In some cases, local injections can prevent or delay surgical intervention.
MSM Clinic offers the highest standards in local injection treatment with its experienced doctors and hygienic environment. Local injections can help you treat your orthopedic problems and improve your quality of life by relieving your pain.
