What Are Joint Injections?

While pain and inflammation are a part of life, they should not be so severe that they hinder your daily activities or overall well-being. If you’re experiencing chronic pain, the Advanced Relief Institute in West Palm Beach offers pain injections as an effective treatment option. Our joint injections, administered under fluoroscopy, are a non-surgical way to manage chronic joint pain and inflammation, particularly in the knee, hip, or shoulder. This method allows for precise medication delivery, offering you significant relief and a return to comfort. Ready to find out how pain injections in West Palm Beach can improve your life? Reach out to the Advanced Relief Institute to schedule your initial consultation today.

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Am I the Ideal Candidate?

Your pursuit of lasting pain relief starts with an initial consultation at the Advanced Relief Institute. During this meeting, one of our experienced providers will learn about your pain and the issues that brought you to our practice. We’ll then consider a variety of treatment options to target the root of your pain and develop a plan that provides comprehensive relief. We may suggest pain injections in the following cases:

  • You’re experiencing chronic joint pain that’s impacting your mobility and daily life.
  • Other forms of treatment, such as medication or physical therapy, have not provided adequate relief.
  • After a complete medical review, a licensed physician has evaluated your condition and determined that pain injections are the appropriate course of action.
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How Do Joint Injections Work?

On the day of your joint injection, you’ll be welcomed into our comfortable office environment. We’ll ensure that you’re properly positioned and then carefully cleanse the area to be treated with an antiseptic solution. A local anesthetic will be applied to numb the area, ensuring your comfort throughout the procedure. Using fluoroscopy for real-time imaging, your physician will accurately guide a thin needle into the joint that requires treatment.

Once the needle is correctly placed, confirmed by a contrast agent, any excess fluid will be aspirated from the joint. A mixture of medications will then be injected, potentially including corticosteroids to reduce inflammation, anesthetics to ease discomfort, hyaluronic acid for joint lubrication, or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to aid in healing and tissue regeneration.

After the pain injection in West Palm Beach, the site will be cleaned, and a Band-Aid will be applied to complete the procedure. This quick and simple process usually takes between five and 15 minutes. If necessary, treatments can be repeated at intervals of a few weeks, and we’ll work with you to establish a treatment schedule that meets your needs.

Pre-Op and Post-Op Instructions

Before the Procedure

To prepare for your pain injection appointment, make arrangements for a ride to and from our office, as driving is not advised immediately after the procedure. It's also essential to have a conversation with your doctor about any medications you're taking, especially blood thinners, which might need to be stopped temporarily.

After Your Pain Injections

Post-injection, it’s crucial to rest the joint that was treated and avoid strenuous activities, as well as swimming and sauna use, for at least 24 to 48 hours. Ice can be applied for relief if you experience any minor swelling or discomfort. Keep an eye on the area for signs of infection or any adverse reactions, and contact us immediately if you notice anything concerning. We’ll schedule a follow-up appointment to review your progress and discuss whether further treatments or injections are needed.

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Say Goodbye to Joint Pain

If joint pain is keeping you from enjoying your favorite activities and living your life to the fullest, the Advanced Relief Institute is here to help. Our advanced, multi-disciplinary approach to pain management results in relief that’s unlike any you’ll find elsewhere. We understand the frustration and exhaustion that can come from chronic joint pain and will work with you to ensure that you’re once again able to enjoy your fullest possible quality of life. To get started, reach out to the Advanced Relief Institute and set up your consultation at one of our convenient locations today.

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