Joint Injections (Knee, Shoulder, Hip)

Moving Without Pain: How Joint Injections Can Help Your Knees, Shoulders, and Hips

Stiff, aching joints can make daily activities like walking, lifting, or reaching feel like a chore. Whether you’re dealing with arthritis, inflammation, or an old injury, the pain can slowly take over your life. At Pain Management Solutions, we offer Joint Injections as a targeted, non-surgical way to reduce pain and improve mobility—so you can get back to doing what you love.

What Are Joint Injections?

Joint injections involve placing a small amount of medication directly into the affected joint—such as the knee, shoulder, or hip—to relieve inflammation and discomfort. These injections typically contain a corticosteroid (a powerful anti-inflammatory) and sometimes a local anesthetic to provide immediate relief.

Joint injections are both diagnostic and therapeutic, helping confirm the source of pain while delivering targeted treatment.

Common Conditions Treated

Joint injections are used to treat a variety of conditions, including:

• Osteoarthritis
• Bursitis
• Tendonitis
• Rotator cuff inflammation (shoulder)
• Labral tears (hip or shoulder)
• Post-injury or post-surgical inflammation
• Overuse syndromes and repetitive motion injuries

What to Expect During the Procedure

At Pain Management Solutions, Dr. Francis Pecoraro performs all injections using a precision-based, image-guided approach for accurate placement. Here’s how it works:

1. The skin over the joint is cleaned and numbed with a local anesthetic.
2. A fine needle is inserted into the joint space using ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance.
3. Medication is injected to reduce inflammation and numb the area.

The procedure takes just a few minutes, and patients can usually return to normal activities within 24–48 hours.

How Long Does Relief Last?

Relief from joint injections can begin within a few days and last anywhere from several weeks to several months, depending on the severity of your condition and your body’s response. In many cases, injections are used in combination with physical therapy or other treatments as part of a comprehensive pain management plan.

When to Consider Joint Injections

You may be a good candidate for joint injections if:

• Over-the-counter pain relievers are no longer effective.
• Physical therapy has not provided sufficient relief.
• You’re not ready or eligible for joint replacement surgery.
• Your joint pain is limiting your quality of life.

Regain Movement Without Major Surgery

At Pain Management Solutions, our goal is to help you manage pain without relying on long-term medications or invasive procedures. Joint injections offer a safe, effective option for many patients looking to delay or avoid surgery while staying active and independent.