Steroid injections are used in the field of Podiatric medicine to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders. The most commonly used steroid is methylprednisilone, this is a corticosteroid medication used to relieve pain, swelling and inflammation. A steroid injection can be injected into or around a joint, tendon, or ligament, or used for clinical diagnostic purposes.
Steroid injections can be used as part of a treatment plan to improve pain and reduce inflammation. Injections can be administered into joints, ligaments or tendons to reduce inflammation, pain and discomfort.
The substance “cortisone” which is injected, is produced naturally by the adrenal gland and has a strong anti-inflammatory effect on the body. The steroid injection works by suppressing the immune system locally which reduces any inflammation in the area, this in turn provides pain relief.
The following are some of the benefits of using steroid injections in podiatry;
During your initial consultation, we will fully assess your feet and take a full history of your symptoms. Your Podiatrist will discuss a specific treatment plan for your condition and formulate a unique management plan to reduce your symptoms, and improve your condition.
Following assessment and suitability, a specific members of the team will be able to plan and administer injection therapy.
An MSK Analysis consultation may be booked following your initial consultation. This appointment is important to identify the cause of your symptoms and will review mechanical problems, structural deformity and movement patterns. At our gait labs in Earlsfield and Maidenhead our specialist infra-red pressure mats may be used to provide data to look at increased forces through your feet to help diagnose the cause of your pain. Orthotics may also be utilised as they are a useful tool to help offload injured structures within the foot and ankle. Orthotics can be used before and after injection therapy.
Steroid injections are administered at: Earlsfield and Maidenhead clinics by specific Podiatrists. Please check to see if your podiatrist is qualified to inject prior to booking.
