Dr. Brad Homan

Are Cortisone Shots Safe What Repeated Injections Can Do to Your Joint


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Your joints have been aching for weeks, and the internet is giving you whiplash with its conflicting advice. You are likely hearing that one specific treatment is either a miracle cure or a dangerous shortcut that will ruin your health.

In this episode, you will discover the practical reality of using potent anti-inflammatories to treat persistent conditions like osteoarthritis and tendonitis. You'll learn why timing is everything and how your lifestyle choices determine if a treatment lasts for two months or an entire year. Stop guessing about the risks to your cartilage and start learning how to use medical tools judiciously.

Listen to the full episode now to find out if this common procedure is the right next step for your recovery.

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Key Takeaways

  • Cortisone acts as a potent anti-inflammatory medication.
  • Initial treatments should always prioritize conservative rest and ice.
  • Excessive injections can cause significant damage to soft tissues.
  • Successful recovery requires combining medical treatments with proper nutrition.
  • Low-impact strengthening exercises help support and protect vulnerable joints.
  • Injecting major tendons requires extreme caution to avoid potential tearing.
  • Persistent pain after an injection signals a need for different therapies.
  • Judicious use of steroids provides the best long-term orthopedic outcomes.

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