Corticosteroid Injections in Chesterfield | Target Physio

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Corticosteroid injections are a proven pain relief treatment for arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, and joint inflammation. These injections help reduce pain, swelling, and stiffness, improving mobility and function for people with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. 

● Fast-acting pain relief for arthritis, tendonitis, and joint pain
● Reduces inflammation to improve movement and function
● Minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment with little downtime
● Effective for knee, shoulder, hip, elbow, and wrist pain
● Can be combined with physiotherapy for long-term recovery 

● Jai injects a highly effective anti-inflammatory medication directly into the affected tissue.

● Pain relief can begin within a few days and last weeks to months, depending on the condition.

● Often used alongside physiotherapy and rehabilitation to maximise recovery.

● Arthritis sufferers experiencing joint pain and stiffness
● Athletes and active individuals with sports injuries or tendonitis

● People with chronic pain conditions such as bursitis or frozen shoulder
● Anyone looking for non-surgical pain management to restore movement 

● Assessment & consultation with our Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner

● Explanation & consent – we answer your questions and get your go-ahead

● Preparation – cleaning the area with antiseptic

● Injection – using a fine needle and landmark guided technique

● Aftercare advice – rest for 24–48 hours, then gradually return to activity

● Support – we’re here for questions or follow-up if needed

● What is a corticosteroid injection?

● How can it help with pain?

● How quickly will I feel pain relief after the injection?

At Target Physio Injection Clinic, your safety is our top priority. In some cases, we may not be able to offer a joint or soft tissue injection. This could be due to medical reasons that increase the risk of complications. Please check the list below to see if any apply to you:

● You are under 18 years old

(We currently treat adults only)

● You are pregnant

(We do not offer steroid injections during pregnancy at any stage)

● You have a history of severe allergic reaction 

(To steroids, hyaluronic acid, local anaesthetic, or other injection substances)

● You have a current or recent infection

(Including if you’ve been on antibiotics in the last 2 weeks)

● You have poorly controlled diabetes

(Your most recent HbA1c blood test result was 64 mmol/mol (8.0%) or higher)

● You’ve had a recent vaccination

(Such as Covid or travel vaccines in the last 2 weeks)

● Live travel vaccines

● You have a weakened immune system

(We will assess this on an individual basis- Patient Checklist)

● You’ve recently had surgery

Soft tissue surgery in the last 2 months

Bone or joint surgery in the last 3 months

● You are waiting for joint replacement surgery within the next 4 months

● You have metalwork or a joint replacement in place

(We cannot inject into replaced joints or where metalwork is present in the joint)

● You require a spinal injection

(These should be done using image guidance under hospital setting for safety)

If you’re unsure about any of the above, don’t worry — we’re happy to discuss your individual case and advise whether an injection is suitable for you.