Do you need to rest after a cortisone injection?

Cortisone shots offer people immediate pain relief for joint and tendon pathology. How we manage patients after a cortisone shot varies depending on various factors, such as the pathology injected and the activity levels of the patient pre-injection. How long do you have to rest after a cortisone injection, and when can you return [...]

By |2024-02-02T17:05:05+00:00October 20th, 2023|Arthritis, Cortisone injection, Injections, Joints, Tendons|0 Comments

How long does a steroid shot last?

We use cortisone injections as pain-relieving treatments for arthritis and tendonitis. Cortisone directed to a joint or tendon reduces inflammation and improves pain and function. How long does a steroid shot last, and can we do anything to ensure the effect lasts longer?  What is a steroid shot?  A steroid shot is a type [...]

By |2024-02-27T07:47:39+00:00October 14th, 2023|Cortisone injection, Injections, Joints, Tendons, Ultrasound|0 Comments

Tennis shoulder pain: how to find a cause

Shoulder pain from tennis is common, with some studies suggesting that up to 50% of tennis players develop shoulder pain. What are the possible causes of tennis shoulder pain, and how do we manage common tennis shoulder injuries?  Tennis shoulder pain: common injuries Common tennis shoulder injuries include:  Rotator cuff tendonitis     [...]

By |2023-09-08T07:09:49+00:00September 5th, 2023|Joints, Shoulder|0 Comments

Hip pain from running: possible causes

Runners can suffer from hip pain. Hip pain from running can be due to muscles, tendons, joints, or bones. So, what are the common causes of hip pain when running, and how do we get to a diagnosis quickly? Common causes of hip pain after running  Hip muscle pull or strain  A pulled muscle [...]

By |2023-10-21T12:27:45+00:00August 30th, 2022|Groin, Hamstring tendonitis, Hip, Joints|0 Comments

Inflammatory arthritis: what to look for

An overactive or malfunctioning immune system drives inflammatory arthritis. There are many different types of inflammatory arthritis, including seropositive and seronegative inflammatory arthritis . So how do you know you have inflammatory arthritis, and what should you look for? Types of inflammatory arthritis    Inflammatory arthritis encompasses various diseases affecting the upper and [...]

By |2024-03-17T09:11:51+00:00May 5th, 2022|Arthritis, Joints|0 Comments

Accessory navicular syndrome (Os Navicularis) : inside ankle pain

Pain inside the ankle may be due to tibialis posterior tendonitis, mid-foot arthritis, or navicular stress fracture. However, one less common cause of pain is accessory navicular syndrome or os naviculare. So, what is accessory navicular syndrome, and how do we manage it? What is an accessory navicular? The navicular is a wedge-shaped [...]

By |2023-08-27T20:13:10+00:00February 27th, 2022|Ankle, Joints, Pain, Treatments|4 Comments

Osteitis pubis: treatment tips by Scott Newton

If you are a runner who has tightness in the groin and/or tummy, you might have osteitis pubis or pubic overload. This condition is also common in sports involving a change of direction, such as football, rugby, netball, or hockey. So what is osteitis pubis, and how do we get it better? What is [...]

By |2022-05-01T17:03:57+00:00February 11th, 2022|Injections, Joints, Pain, Treatments|0 Comments

Wrist pop and pain: what are the causes?

Wrist pain and popping or clicking are common complaints. Generally, wrist injuries with popping can be due to overuse from activity or sport or trauma from a fall. The anatomy of the wrist is complex and consists of many bones, joints, tendons, and sprains. So, many structures can be damaged. What are the possible [...]

By |2024-02-06T06:42:45+00:00February 5th, 2022|Injections, Joints, Muscle, Pain, Tendons, Wrist|1 Comment

Upper arm pain: causes and treatment

Upper arm pain is common and can come from the outside shoulder, upper arm, elbow, or neck. Causes of arm pain can be traumatic or overuse. What are the possible causes of upper arm pain, and how do we treat it? Upper arm pain causes trauma.  Trauma such as a fall onto the [...]

By |2022-09-18T11:22:59+00:00February 1st, 2022|Joints, Pain, Treatments|0 Comments

Ultrasound-guided cortisone injection: is it better than unguided?

Should you have an ultrasound-guided cortisone injection? Traditionally, doctors performed injections 'blind.' This means the doctor needs to know the anatomy and feel of a cortisone injection to get the right spot. Recently, more doctors have been doing ultrasound-guided cortisone injections. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having an ultrasound-guided cortisone injection in [...]

By |2024-02-18T21:50:20+00:00January 29th, 2022|Injections, Joints, Tendons, Ultrasound|2 Comments
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