Joint Injections (Knee, Shoulder, Hip)

Targeted, image-guided treatments to relieve joint inflammation, improve mobility, and reduce pain without surgery.

What Are Joint Injections?

Joint injections are minimally invasive procedures designed to deliver medication directly into painful joints — most commonly the knee, shoulder, or hip.
 They are performed under ultrasound or fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance to ensure precision and safety.
Depending on your condition, the injection may include anti-inflammatory medication, viscosupplement (gel-like lubricant), or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to promote healing and restore function.

When Are They Used?

Joint injections are typically recommended for:

Osteoarthritis

of the knee, hip, or shoulder

Bursitis or Tendinitis

(shoulder impingement, trochanteric bursitis, etc.)

Post-Injury Inflammation

following sprains, overuse, or sports activity

Chronic Pain from Degenerative Joint Disease

not responding to oral medication or physiotherapy

Types of Joint Injections

Benefits

Quick, outpatient procedure (usually 15–30 minutes)

Immediate or gradual pain relief

Restores joint flexibility and motion

Reduces reliance on oral pain medications

Can delay or prevent the need for surgery

Performed safely under ultrasound or X-ray guidance

What to Expect

Procedure

Local anesthesia is applied; medication is injected precisely into the joint under image guidance.


Follow-up

Depending on response, repeat or combination therapies may be advised for lasting results.

Consultation & Imaging

Dr. Babak reviews MRI or ultrasound results to identify the affected joint.


Recovery

Most patients walk out the same day and return to daily activities within 24–48 hours.


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Consultation & Imaging

Dr. Babak reviews MRI or ultrasound results to identify the affected joint.


02
Procedure

Local anesthesia is applied; medication is injected precisely into the joint under image guidance.


03
Recovery

Most patients walk out the same day and return to daily activities within 24–48 hours.

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Follow-Up

Depending on response, repeat or combination therapies may be advised for lasting results.

Whether it’s knee stiffness, shoulder impingement, or hip pain slowing you down, joint injections can provide effective, non-surgical relief.
 Schedule your consultation with Dr. Babak Babakhani to explore your treatment options and start moving freely again.