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Intra Articular Injection in Bangalore

Intra Articular Injection

Intra Articular Injection Procedure in Broadway

Intra-articular injections are a common treatment method in rheumatology used to manage joint pain and inflammation associated with various conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, and other joint disorders. Joint pain can be debilitating and difficult to manage, often limiting a person's lifestyle and adversely impacting body image and emotional health. Intra Articular Injection Procedure in Broadway involves injecting medication directly into the joint space, providing targeted relief with minimal systemic effects.

At Manipal Hospitals in Broadway, Kolkata, our rheumatology specialists utilise Intra-Articular Injection to deliver medications such as corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid, or other therapeutic agents directly into the affected joint. This approach helps reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and improve joint function, offering patients a non-surgical option for managing their symptoms. Intra-articular injections can effectively reduce joint pain and stiffness by delivering medication directly to the joint, minimising systemic adverse effects.
 

FAQ's

Intra-articular injections are frequently prescribed to treat various joint conditions, such as:

  • Rheumatoid arthritis (involves multiple joints, including knees, wrists, and fingers)

  • Gout (affects joints like the big toe, knee, or ankle)

  • Osteoarthritis ( commonly affects knees, hips, shoulders, and hands)

  • Psoriatic arthritis (affects various joints, often those in the hands, feet, knees, and spine)

  • Bursitis (inflammation of the bursae, often affecting the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees)

  • Tendinitis (inflammation of tendons, such as in the shoulder (rotator cuff), elbow (tennis elbow), or Achilles tendon)

  • Synovitis (inflammation of the synovial membrane, commonly seen in rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory joint diseases)

  • Joint injuries (trauma-related conditions like meniscal tears or labral tears)

  • Ankylosing spondylitis (inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine and large joints)

  • Lupus (inflammation in the joints)

  • Frozen shoulder (severe pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint)

Intra-Articular Injections can be given in a variety of joints, including the knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and ankle, depending on the problem being treated.
 

Although the injection technique may be uncomfortable, healthcare personnel frequently employ local anaesthesia to reduce pain. Some individuals may feel brief pain or discomfort at the injection site.
 

Intra-articular therapies are used to alleviate pain in various ways:

  • Corticosteroids: Corticosteroids reduce inflammation by inhibiting inflammatory cell production and are commonly used for treating osteoarthritis, gout, and knee arthritis. Typically administered three months apart, relief duration varies based on steroid type.

  • Hyaluronic acid: Hyaluronic acid, a substance found in synovial fluids, can exacerbate osteoarthritis by breaking down rapidly. Intra-articular injections, administered over three to five weeks, increase lubrication, reduce pain, and improve joint range of motion. These injections are mainly used to delay knee replacement surgery in those unable to tolerate steroids or who have not found relief from oral medications.

  • Local anaesthetics are sometimes administered via Intra-Articular Injections after arthroscopic surgery.

  • Botulinum toxin injections: They may provide safe pain relief for painful knee osteoarthritis.

  • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP): Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a substance derived from whole blood containing platelets and plasma. While some studies suggest that Intra-Articular Injections of PRP can reduce pain and improve physical function, their effectiveness in treating osteoarthritis remains controversial. Treatment benefits can last six to nine months.

The postoperative care will include the following instructions:

  • Avoid strenuous activities for a few days.

  • To alleviate discomfort, apply ice to the injection site.

  • Rest, elevation, and medications are advised to alleviate pain and oedema.

  • Gentle range-of-motion exercises are recommended.

The number of injections required varies depending on the individual's response to treatment and the illness being treated. Some illnesses may require only one injection, while others may necessitate many injections.
 

Patients should rest their treated joints for a day or two after the injection. Normal activities can usually be resumed shortly afterwards.

A medical practitioner, such as a doctor or nurse, usually administers an Intra-Articular Injection using a syringe and needle. Under sterile circumstances, the joint space is cleansed and the drug is injected directly into it.

        

Alternatives include oral drugs, physical therapy, lifestyle changes, and, in severe situations, surgical procedures.
 

Although these injections can help people feel better and move more, they might not work over the long term. A lot of times, doctors will suggest trying different things until they find what works best for you individually.
 

Intra-articular injections are a rather safe treatment. However, there may be certain risks and problems, including:

  • Infection on the injection site

  • Reaction on the injection site

  • Pain or swelling at the injection site

  • Septic arthritis (a serious infection in the joint)

  • Acute arthritis (sudden inflammation of the joint)

  • Inflammation of the joint lining

  • Nerve injury

Although Intra-Articular Injections can relieve signs like pain and inflammation related to degenerative joint disease, they are not usually administered as a prophylactic treatment to stop joint degeneration. However, early intervention and proper management of the underlying condition can help slow the progression of joint degeneration.
 

Patients with rheumatoid joint infections, certain allergies, uncontrolled diabetes, or those using particular drugs may not be appropriate candidates for Intra-Articular Injections.
 

The duration of alleviation varies according to the drug administered and the individual's condition. Corticosteroid injections usually offer relief for a few weeks or months, although hyaluronic acid injections may last longer.
 

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