Joint Injections

Joint Injections services offered in Tampa, Dade City, Venice and New Port Richey, FL

Do you suffer from ongoing joint pain that makes simple movements uncomfortable? Comprehensive Pain Management Partners, with locations in Tampa, Dade City, Venice, and New Port Richey, Florida, offers joint injections that can calm inflammation inside your joints to help reduce pain and improve mobility. The interventional pain management team evaluates your condition and tailors treatment to your needs. Call today or book an appointment online to learn more.

Joint Injections Q&A

What are joint injections?

Joint injections are a minimally invasive treatment that reduces pain, inflammation, and stiffness in painful joints. If joint pain is making it harder to move or enjoy your day, an injection may help ease the irritation and get you moving more comfortably again.

Joint injections can be used in areas like the knee, elbow, fingers, shoulder, or hip, depending on where you’re feeling pain.

What issues can joint injections address?

Joint injections aim to reduce inflammation within your joint, support healing of injured tissue, or help pinpoint the exact source of your pain if you have multiple joints or structural issues.

The Comprehensive Pain Management Partners team often recommends the treatment for pain caused by:

Arthritis
Overuse injuries
Joint degeneration
Inflammation that hasn’t improved with conservative care

Your provider performs a thorough evaluation to determine the source of your pain and where to target treatment.

Am I a good candidate for joint injections?

If you’re experiencing ongoing joint pain, you may be a good candidate for an injection. At Comprehensive Pain Management Partners, your orthopedic pain management specialist reviews your medical history, performs a physical exam, and reviews imaging studies.

Based on an accurate diagnosis, your provider will recommend a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals.

What type of medications are in joint injections?

The team may use several types of medications. Corticosteroids combined with a local anesthetic are a traditional option that often provides rapid relief by reducing inflammation. However, steroids carry risks, including cartilage damage, joint infection, elevated blood sugar, tendon weakening, skin discoloration, osteoporosis, and weight gain.

The team offers newer regenerative medicine options, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell therapies, which use your body’s own healing properties to reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair. These treatments typically have a slower onset but may provide longer-lasting relief with fewer risks than steroids.

What can I expect after joint injections?

After your procedure, you may experience relief quickly or gradually, depending on the medication used. Steroid injections often work fast, while regenerative treatments may take 4-8 weeks but last longer. Some patients experience complete relief, while others may benefit from additional injections.

If joint pain is holding you back, schedule a consultation with Comprehensive Pain Management Partners by phone or online today.