Steroid Injections & Cortisone Shots

What Is a corticosteroid Injection?

A corticosteroid injection or cortisone shot is an anti-inflammatory medicine, which can be injected directly into the tissues and joints that are causing your pain symptoms. Cortisone injections are generally safer than being on long term steroid tablets, which are more likely to lead to unwanted side effects. It is also safer than taking high dosages of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory tablets for longer periods of time. Furthermore, it acts directly in the area injected and is not the same as the steroids taken by bodybuilders or athletes.

What Are The Benefits of steroid injections?

The cortisone injection can help to relieve swelling, pain and stiffness caused by inflammation. This may in turn help you to start your rehabilitation and return to normal activities sooner by ‘breaking the cycle’ of pain and inflammation. It can also be helpful to aid in the diagnosis of your condition if it is not clear which structures are responsible for your pain. You may also have a local anaesthetic injected at the same time, which allows for temporary pain relief.

What Are The Risks of a cortisone shot?

Generally speaking, ultrasound-guided steroid injections are low risk. However, there are a number of potential side effects and risks that you should be aware of prior to the injection. Please refer to our patient information leaflet, which explains the potential risks and side effects associated with steroid injections.

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Matt Smyth

20:41 21 Apr 22

Rob was amazing.He kept me informed and explained the procedure step by step, happy to answer my never-ending questions.This helped immensely as it was the 1st time having this treatment and therefore was pretty nervous. Robs friendliness and reassurance kept me calm and would highly recommend him.

Katherine Mortimer

08:38 20 Apr 22

Excellent service. Diagnosis and treatment all completed in one visit.Condition and outcome explained in a simple but comprehensive way. Empathetic practitioner.Would highly recommend.

Phil Wilson

08:05 04 Apr 22

I received a thorough and detailed examination of my wrist injury. The past history was fully discussed and my options were clearly described.The ultrasound guided injection was carried out in a professional reassuring manner. Thank you

Natasha Eagling

14:00 28 Mar 22

I definitely recommend.Rob is friendly and professional. He explains everything to you, in terminology that you understand which is super helpful.

Lisa Cunningham

11:18 26 Mar 22

I would like to say how professional Robert Mast was in dealing with my Mum’s painful knee problem. We got the appointment within 36 hours, and Robert was not only very informative regarding the treatment, but was most helpful in suggesting some alternatives to consider for the future. I would not hesitate to recommend Robert for his expertise and patient care.Marilyn Cunningham26 March 2022

Nick Kenyon-Muir

21:16 20 Feb 22

Professional, friendly and informative service that is focused on helping athletes resolve their injuries and get back to training. Would recommend.

Melissa Wright

12:46 11 Feb 22

I found Robert to be very professional, and he gave great advice to me for my ongoing knee injury. I had a very thorough ultrasound during which everything was explained concisely and in great detail. Afterwards a full write up was sent to me with details, and strengthening exercises and advice. I would highly recommend Sonoscope.co.uk, and would definitely go back with any future injuries. Thank you Robert

peter cato

21:01 08 Feb 22

We couldn't have asked to be treated better or quicker.Brilliant service and a very kind considerate practice.We would have no hesitation in recommending Rob, a true professional and my mothers shoulder is at long last free from pain.

Denis O'Donoghue

12:00 29 Jan 22

I was referred to Sonoscope by my Physio after having several sessions of treatment on my shoulder without satisfactory success. I was very apprehensive having not had this type of treatment before, however, my worries were totally misplaced. Filling in the pre-treatment form was a little tedious but once you get into the clinic and meet Rob Mast you begin to relax. He endeavour's to explain everything in lay mans terms, and walks you through the whole procedure. He warns you the injection might hurt, but in all honesty, I'm a bit of a wimp, but the pain was far less than I had to bear continually from my shoulder/hand and was really not bad at all. The injections began to work quite quickly for me so I am over the moon and would have no worries whatsoever in returning for more treatment. I have never been more willing to recommend anybody before.

keith bradley

15:00 18 Jan 22

Rob's Ultrasound screen visual of my damaged shoulder was very enlightening, he identified the areas of my shoulder that were of concern and suggested what the best treatment would be. The session was clear and precise and I would recommend Sonoscope Ultrasound

Valerie Vanderbroeck

19:04 29 Dec 21

I was pleased with the treatment that I received to my shoulder. Rob Mast was professional and punctual and took time to explain his opinion to me and what were the uncertainties involved.I attended for injection into the glenohumeral joint for frozen shoulder (6 months since onset) but because I was experiencing extreme pain at a different part of my shoulder (2 days since onset) he took the trouble to understand this new event and offer the cortisone injection in a different location. This injection alleviated the pain and I was able to return two weeks later for the planned frozen shoulder injection.

Ulrike Hohn

12:18 19 Dec 21

The whole experience was very good and professional.I was a bit nervous before going in, but the lovely and friendly receptionist soon cheered me up.Rob was friendly , calm and very professional.He explained everything and showed me the procedure while showing me the area going to be treated on the ultrasound screen step by step.I highly recommend Rob and would certainly go back if I should require further treatment

Robert Robinson

08:53 01 Dec 21

Could not be happier with the care I received at Sonoscope. My treatment has been very effective, and now I am pain free after many months of discomfort. The entire staff treated me with kindness and professionalism. I am happy that I found them.

purdey silvester

12:07 20 Sep 21

My Dad first used Rob for an injection in his knee which worked really well and has significantly improved his mobility and pain. I have used Rob for 'acute tennis elbow' and have had a similar response.Rob is very professional and takes the time to explain what he is looking at on the ultrasound and what he is doing to do and why.I would certainly recommend.

Jane Stephens

14:43 02 Sep 21

I saw Rob with a frozen shoulder, which he ultrasounded then injected. He was very thorough, kind, and professional. He explained what he was doing and why, and I feel very confident in his skills. My shoulder improved a huge amount after, and I can 100% recommend him.

Sasha Dean

10:28 29 Jun 21

Would highly recommend Rob, he seemed to be an expert in his field. Was told my shoulder would need an MRI after I had the guided injection to ease my pain. The MRI appointment was handled by Rob and the appointment was set up within the week. I am just waiting on my results of this and am hopeful I will very soon be pain free. Highly recommend. Five star service.

Crista Lyon

09:03 26 Mar 21

Good experience, expertly handled by Robert Mast. He quickly identified the problem on my foot whilst pointing out to me on the ultrasound device the extent of the inflammation . He pinpointed the entry for injection very accurately , and I have experienced little or no pain thereafter. Hopefully this will work for several months, and once another jab was needed , there or elsewhere in my joints, would not hesitate to go back.

Mary Thomas

11:10 08 Mar 21

Highly recommend this professional Clinician Ultrasound carried out under COVID restrictions. Detailed report of findings and treatment received within days.

Margo Lindsay

16:12 08 Feb 21

I recently had an ultrasound injection at the clinic and was very pleased with the service I received. People were friendly and helpful and the procedure was carried out in a professional and client friendly manner by Robert Mast. Procedures were explained as they were being carried out with the opportunity to ask for further information and/or clarification. I would most definitely go back for further treatment, if required.

Roger Mac

08:25 20 Jan 21

Contacted them on a Saturday 16th Jan. 2021 and had the treatment on Tuesday 19th,I was seen at the booked time by very pleasant professionals.The injection was swiftly and professionally administered.12 hours later the pain is very very much reduced and I am hoping for no pain after 24 hours

Bride Perfection

14:39 04 Nov 20

I saw Dr.Mast at the London clinic, as I have an injury on my right foot and waiting times for the NHS are impossible at the moment. I was given an appointment quickly (thankfully, as the pain was getting unbearable!) and him and his nurse were attentive and professional. He explained what he was seeing on the ultrasound scan and the steroid injection went without incident. I will be going back in 6-8 months as needed!

Ryan B

08:45 03 Nov 20

I had a great experience with Rob. He's very knowledgeable and is a true professional with his work. I had chronic pain in my shoulder and the US guided injection has provided relief.

Ifty Parvaz

09:50 02 Nov 20

Extremely professional with the best advice i could have had for my Frozen shoulder. Was very well informed about coarse of treatment and it was administered perfectly. Have laready recommmended to family.

Shopper Happy vs Unhappy

19:47 30 Aug 20

I was really impressed with Rob Mast. He gave me a steroid injection in the hip which I was due to have on the NHS but I didn't wish to wait several months. I have quite a bit of hip history and bombarded Rob with a lot of information and he's pretty much the only person, aside for the surgeon, who has comprehended it accurately! He listens intently and you get the feeling he's really trying to get it right. A very pleasant, mellow person too. You'll be in great hands!

Scott Newton

15:17 11 Jun 20

As a keen club runner - having run over 18 full marathons and 2 ultra-marathons - Rob’s combined expert physiotherapy and ultrasound guided injection skills have allowed me to compete at 3 ‘A race’ events over the past 10 years. Without his specialised ultrasound guided injection skills, two separate knee and an ankle injury would have prevented me from running and wasted months of training. I would recommend Rob unreservedly.

Bob Oudheusden

21:02 09 Jun 20

I had a chronically inflamed bursa in my shoulder for almost two years. Nothing helped. I had injections done as well but still no help. I walked around with pain for a long time and had trouble sleeping.I then had an injection at Sonoscope. The ultrasound guided injection was done by Rob who clearly knew his stuff and explained the injection in detail. He made me feel at ease. The injection was almost painless and exactly into the bursa. Within a week I was pain free! This allowed me to progress further with exercises. He would highly recommend his services !(Bob)

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Which Medicines can interfere with steroid injections?

Certain medications might interfere with steroids. When you are taking medications for conditions such as diabetes, cancer, or HIV, please check with your specialist whether a steroid injection is appropriate. Blood-thinning medications such as warfarin may require a blood test and a temporary adjustment/change of your medication to make sure the blood is not too thin, which might cause bleeding in the joint. If you are on blood-thinning medication such as warfarin, you should consult your specialist first to obtain his/ her advice before having an injection.

Please include any information regarding your health and or medication that you are taking to your appointment.

What happens during the cortisone shot treatments?

You will be placed in a comfortable position. The skin is cleaned with antiseptic. A needle is positioned into the affected area whilst the procedure is monitored by means of ultrasound guidance. The steroid (plus possibly a local anaesthetic) is injected through the needle. A plaster will be placed over the site to keep it clean.

Is the cortisone injection painful?

The cortisone injection is not particularly painful as the clinician is thoroughly trained in this procedure. Sometimes it can be sore for a few hours after the procedure.

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Meet Rob - Our Specialist Physiotherapist/ Sonographer

Rob is a specialist Extended Scope Physiotherapist with more than 20 years experience in managing complex musculoskeletal conditions.

He uses diagnostic ultrasound as an extension of his clinical skills. He is an interventional sonographer in a busy radiology department of a central London Foundation Trust Hospital .

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Cortisone Injection Near me

If you are looking for a cortisone injection nearby, Sonoscope offers ultrasound-guided cortisone injections from two clinic locations in Hertfordshire, so you are never far away from a cortisone injection clinic.

How much does a steroid injection cost privately?

At Sonoscope, ultrasound-guided steroid injections cost £200.

What’s the main difference between a steroid injection and a hyaluronic acid injection?

One major difference between a steroid injection and a hyaluronic acid injection is that hyaluronic acid injections help to replenish and nourish the joint and maybe even able to slow down the progression of osteoarthritis.

Cortisone Injection treatment for pain and arthritis.

Do you suffer with pain? A corticosteroid injections can help relieve pain and improve your mobility and arthritis symptoms.