Injections for Joint and Soft Tissue Injuries
Are you in pain and waiting for elective surgery or suffering from joint pain? If so, did you know that our sports medicine physician is available to discuss alternative treatment options to alleviate your pain.
One of the alternative treatment options that might be offered by the sports medicine physician is injections for joints, tendons, muscular trigger points, bursas, and soft tissue injuries.
Common conditions that injections can be used for include:
- Arthritis in any joint
- Bursitis in any joint
- Repetitive Strain injuries
- Golfer’s elbow
- Tennis elbow
- Muscular trigger points
- Plantar fasciitis
- Frozen shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Tendinopathies
- Trigger Finger
- Rotator Cuff injuries
There are different types of injections that are offered depending on your specific condition. Here are some of the different injection options:
Viscosupplementation (Hyaluronic Acid)
Hyaluronic Acid is a naturally occurring substance in synovial joints that acts as a lubricant to protect our joints. Individuals who have osteoarthritis (OA) no longer benefit from this lubrication and experience inflammation, pain, and decreased mobility. OA is commonly found in knee joints but can also occur in other joints of the body such as hips, shoulders, hands, and ankles.
Viscosupplementation is the process of injecting a gel that helps restore the lubrication in synovial joints. This procedure in turn will restore the shock absorption properties of the joint, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve mobility.
Steroid (Cortisone) Injections
A corticosteroid injection is commonly used to reduce pain and inflammation in a bursa, joint or tendon. The injection provides immediate relief of symptoms as inflammation resolves. There are often limitations in the number of steroid injections an individual can receive.
Trigger Point Injections
These types of injections are used when muscles are painful, contracted and cannot relax. Most often occurring in the neck and back musculature after an injury.
Speak with our Sports Medicine Doctor to find out what option is best for you.
Why Choose One of Our Sports Medicine Physicians?
At The Clinic at Christie, our Physicians will go through a comprehensive examination that includes a thorough history and physical examination to determine your diagnosis and management plan. They may recommend further investigations including x-rays, ultrasounds, MRI, CT scans, bone scans or other outside medical services if needed.
They will inform you of all your treatment options and answer any questions you may have to help you make the best decisions for your injury management.
Consultations are covered by OHIP and there is no referral required.
How Do I Book an Appointment?
The Clinic at Christie is conveniently located in Toronto at the corner of Dupont and Christie. You can call us at (416) 536-8000 to book your appointment.
Visits with a Sports Medicine Physician are covered by a valid OHIP card. Please note however that the costs associated with injections are not covered by OHIP and an additional fee will apply. Some extended health benefit plans may cover the cost of injections.