As spring is in full bloom many of us eagerly look to get in the garden, away on holiday or play with grandchildren. However, for those struggling with joint pain due to degenerative changes, these activities can sometimes feel out of reach. Joint discomfort, especially in the knees, hips, or shoulders, can make it hard to do the things you love. But there’s good news, you can manage pain with peripheral injections, including corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid injections, can offer significant relief and help you get back to the activities you enjoy.
At Back and Body Medical, we specialise in helping patients manage joint pain, regain mobility and feel stronger, so they can make the most out of the spring and summer seasons.
How Peripheral Injections Work for Joint Pain Relief:
Peripheral injections are used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for patients suffering from degenerative joint conditions, like osteoarthritis. These injections contain corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid and are delivered directly into the affected joint. Corticosteroids are powerful anti-inflammatory medications providing fast and effective pain relief, helping to reduce swelling, stiffness, and discomfort.
By reducing inflammation in the joint, these injections help manage your pain and can buy you a valuable “window of opportunity” to focus on physical therapy and strengthening exercises. While injections offer short-term relief, they allow you to move more freely and comfortably, making it easier to engage in activities that promote long-term joint health.
Spring Into Action:
Whether you’re planning a city break or a scenic countryside retreat, joint pain can easily put a dampener on travel. Injections can reduce pain and increase your comfort, helping you move easier, and fully enjoy your holiday without being held back.
Similarly, if you’ve been hesitant to play with your grandchildren due to joint discomfort, a steroid injection can help restore your mobility and reduce pain, so you can chase after them, play games, or even pick them up without worrying about joint flare-ups.
The Key to Long-Term Relief:
While a steroid injection can provide short-term pain relief, it’s important to think about the bigger picture. To keep joint pain at bay, strengthening exercises are essential. The relief gives you the perfect opportunity to improve your strength and mobility, without the constant distraction of pain.
At The Back and Body Clinic, we offer comprehensive rehabilitation programs tailored to your specific needs. Our team of experts will guide you through exercises designed to strengthen the muscles surrounding the affected joint. These exercises help provide additional support, reduce stress on the joint, and improve overall function.
If joint pain is keeping you from enjoying the activities you love, don’t let it hold you back any longer. We are here to help you move better, feel stronger and get you back to the things that matter most.
