[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.2.2″ background_image=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/steriod-injection-image.jpg” parallax_method=”off” bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” bottom_divider_flip=”horizontal”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Steroid Injections” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”center” scroll_down_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_one_url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/treatments” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” image_orientation=”center” content_orientation=”center” custom_button_two=”off” button_two_icon_placement=”right” custom_button_one=”off” button_one_icon_placement=”right” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” \/][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_id=”first” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”||0px|” prev_background_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.2.2″]<\/p>\n
Steroid injections (also known as cortisone injections) are a common and incredibly\u00a0useful tool in reducing pain, aching, throbbing, swelling and inflammation in the foot and ankle.<\/p>\n
They work by delivering medicine into or near the painful area or joint and they are an important first stage treatment for many painful conditions before surgery is considered.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”3.2.2″][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What Type of Foot Conditions Can Steroid Injections Treat?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n
Many painful foot conditions can benefit from steroid (cortisone) injections. For example, 80% of patients with a Morton’s Neuroma are significantly improved with conservative treatment, including steroid (cortisone) injections.<\/p>\n
Other foot conditions that can be improved with steroid (cortisone) injections are: [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”How Do Steroid Injections Work to Treat Foot Pain? ” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n Cortisone\u00a0is a synthetic version of cortisol, a steroid produced by the body’s adrenal glands. It is made into a preparation which keeps it mostly in the area that it has been injected, rather than spreading around the body.<\/p>\n The main reason for injecting cortisone at the site of foot pain and inflammation is that there are\u00a0fewer side effects\u00a0to the whole body, as opposed to taking oral steroids.<\/p>\n When we inject a strong concentration of cortisone directly at the site of the pain the results are more effective. Cortisone, like all steroids, is a very\u00a0powerful agent for reducing inflammation and by reducing inflammation we can reduce pain, redness, and swelling.<\/p>\n The steroid injections are also long-acting, which means relief from symptoms\u00a0may take several days to work but may last for several months. The local anesthetic mixed with the cortisone also helps to provide some pain relief for the first few hours.<\/p>\n Injections can be given by Mr. Kannegieter in the clinic, but they can also be arranged under ultrasound or X-ray guidance if required.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”Are There Any Risks or Side-Effects From Steroid Injections? ” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n As with any medical procedure, there are risks which Mr. Kannegieter will always thoroughly explain to you prior to your treatment, so you can be informed every step of the way.<\/p>\n The main risks for steroid (cortisone) injections are:<\/p>\n \u2022 Pain As well as steroid (cortisone) injections Mr. Kannegieter can offer patients who present with foot and ankle pain Durolane and PRP injections. Find out more by clicking the below links.<\/strong><\/p>\n Durolane Injections<\/a> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_class=”cta-shadow” next_background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_cta title=”Book An Appointment with Mr. Kannegieter Today ” button_url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/contact\/” button_text=”Book Now” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#0e71b8″ background_color_gradient_end=”#04385d” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” url_new_window=”off” use_background_color=”on” background_layout=”dark” custom_button=”off” button_icon_placement=”right” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#0e71b8″ bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)”][et_pb_row make_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.106″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||0px|”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”instagram” _builder_version=”3.0.106″]\r\n
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\n\u2022 Swelling
\n\u2022 Steroid flare
\n\u2022 Infection
\n\u2022 Dimpling of the skin
\n\u2022 Failure to work<\/p>\n
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