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A cortisone joint injection places anti-inflammatory medication directly into the affected joint space. We may recommend this type of injection when arthritis, bursitis, inflammation, or another joint-related condition is contributing to ongoing discomfort and limiting comfortable movement.
Our viscosupplementation injections use hyaluronic acid gel for arthritic knees. This treatment is intended to supplement the natural lubrication and cushioning inside the joint when knee osteoarthritis is associated with stiffness, friction, reduced comfort, or persistent symptoms during movement.
Platelet-rich plasma therapy uses concentrated platelets prepared from a sample of your own blood. Depending on your condition, this option may be considered for selected joint, cartilage, tendon, or ligament concerns after a clinical evaluation and discussion of your treatment needs.
We perform fluoroscopy-guided injections for sacroiliac and spinal facet joints when these structures are suspected sources of lower back, buttock, or radiating hip discomfort. Image guidance allows us to focus treatment on a specific joint structure during the procedure.
Joint injections may be considered for several major joints and nearby musculoskeletal structures, depending on your diagnosis and evaluation.
We evaluate osteoarthritis, meniscus wear, pes anserine bursitis, chronic stiffness, and other related knee joint concerns that may affect comfort or movement.
Treatment may be considered for rotator cuff tendinitis, subacromial bursitis, frozen shoulder, AC joint arthritis, and other sources of shoulder discomfort.
We assess hip osteoarthritis, greater trochanteric pain syndrome, and inflammation associated with labral strain when symptoms continue to interfere with daily activity.
Targeted injections may be used for pelvic joint dysfunction, facet arthritis, and lower back stiffness that can extend toward the buttocks or surrounding areas.
We treat selected ankle, subtalar, wrist, and thumb joint concerns related to arthritis, wear, or post-traumatic pain after an appropriate clinical evaluation.
Injection treatment may be considered for tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, olecranon bursitis flares, and selected conditions affecting nearby tendon structures.
Image-Guided Target Precision
Accurate placement matters during a joint injection. Our current treatment information notes that injections performed without imaging can miss the intended joint capsule, with miss rates cited at up to 30% to 40%. That is one reason we place a strong emphasis on seeing the treatment area clearly during the procedure.
We use high-resolution ultrasound or fluoroscopy to follow the needle path in real time and guide medication toward the intended joint space. This gives our physicians a clearer view of the anatomy during treatment and allows for a focused approach while limiting unnecessary probing around nearby structures.
We talk through your pain history, examine the affected joint, and assess movement and range of motion.
Our team reviews available X-rays, MRI findings, or an ultrasound joint evaluation when those records or tests are appropriate.
Our staff reviews applicable insurance information and prior authorization requirements before your planned treatment when authorization is needed.
Your procedure is performed in-office using local numbing measures along with live image guidance to support accurate needle placement.
We discuss activity recommendations after treatment and may coordinate physical therapy based on your condition, response, and individual care plan.
The current treatment page identifies Horizon BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Oxford, and QualCare among plans covering eligible evaluations, cortisone injections, and approved gel injections when plan requirements are met.
Medicare Part B covers eligible image-guided joint injections and FDA-approved viscosupplementation treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee when applicable coverage criteria are satisfied.
Our staff can assist you with the workers' compensation or PIP claim form for eligible work-related injuries or injuries caused by a motor vehicle accident.
Patients with high-deductible plans or those considering elective PRP treatment can contact our team to ask about the bundled self-pay pricing currently for these services.
Most patients on our current treatment page report minimal discomfort, and local numbing measures are used before the injection. We also use ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance so your joint injection doctor can guide the needle toward the intended treatment area with a clear view of the surrounding anatomy.
Targeted spinal injections may be used for selected disc, sciatica, and radiculopathy-related pain concerns following an appropriate clinical evaluation.
Interventional treatment options may be used to evaluate and address selected sources of chronic nerve-related pain based on your individual condition.
Individualized care may include interventional procedures, physical therapy, and medication management when these approaches are appropriate for your diagnosis and treatment plan.
Non-surgical care and rehabilitation may be used for selected sprains, tendon injuries, and other sports-related musculoskeletal conditions following an evaluation.
