What are corticosteroids?
Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive drugs that can be administrated orally or topically (e.g. creams or injections).
Although inflammation is usually a protective response, it may need to be reduced if it is prolonged.
What are corticosteroids injections used for?
- Suppress joint inlammation in inflammatory joint disease and degenerative joint disease
- Suppress inflammatory flares
- Suppress inflammation caused by ligament stress (e.g. plantar fasciitis)
- Suppress inflammation caused by compressive neuropathy (e.g. Morton's
neuroma) - Suppress inflammation caused by oedema (swelling)
- Sport injuries causing ligament/ tendon/ joint inflammation/ swelling
What are the benefits of corticosteroid injections?
- Reduce pain caused by inflammation and swelling
- Increase mobility