Corticosteroid Injections

Orthopaedics; Primary Care

Bursitis, arthritis flares, trigger finger, tendinitis.

shoulder bursitis; knee arthritis; trigger finger

Targeted anti-inflammatory injection for short-term relief.

Image-guided or landmark injections used to calm inflammation and enable rehab.

Temporary flare, skin changes, blood sugar rise in diabetes; frequency limits apply.

Relief may start within days; reassess at 2–6 weeks with therapy.

Evaluation → consent → sterile injection → brief activity modification → follow-up plan.