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injection therapy
in-house injection therapy to support rehabilitation alongside your physiotherapy.
what to expect.
injection therapy is offered in-house to support rehabilitation alongside your physiotherapy treatment. we use it to address persistent joint and soft-tissue pain that hasn't responded to conservative management.
our clinicians recommend the most suitable injection option based on your individual condition.
injection options.
- ostenil (hyaluronic acid)
- monovisc (hyaluronic acid)
- cingal (hyaluronic acid and corticosteroid)
- corticosteroid
commonly treated conditions.
- arthritis (mild to severe)
- sports injuries
- tennis and golfer's elbow
- plantar fasciitis
- supraspinatus tendinopathy
- trochanteric bursitis
good to know.
possible discomfort and pain during or after treatment is normal — use ice packs or paracetamol for pain management. do not take anti-inflammatory medications including ibuprofen and diclofenac after injection therapy.
treatment is unsuitable for those with current infections, drug allergies, patients under 18, recent fractures, or those with a joint replacement at the treatment site.
faqs.
most patients feel initial relief within 2–7 days, with the full benefit developing over 2–4 weeks. we always combine injection therapy with a tailored rehabilitation plan.
discomfort during and after the injection is normal. we use topical and local anaesthetic where appropriate. most patients describe it as manageable and short-lived.
ready to get started?
call 0191 217 1929 and our reception team will find you a clinician, a clinic and a time slot that fits your week. most patients are seen within three working days.
related treatments
often booked together.
patients seeing us for injection therapy often combine it with one or more of the following.
physiotherapy
hands-on assessment and treatment for pain, injury, and long-term conditions. 45-minute initial consultation.
pilates classes
one-to-one and group classes at gosforth and jesmond. built for recovery, posture, and core stability.
sports injury
assessment, diagnosis and return-to-sport rehab from physios who've worked with olympic and national teams.