Joint Injection EXPERTS OF SAN ANTONIO, tx

At Ortho SA, we offer a variety of Joint Injection options just depending on what area you are feeling pain and discomfort in.

You are in good hands with our highly trained surgeons and sports medicine physicians as we prioritize your recovery over everything and provide you with the necessary treatment plan and guidance on how you can return to normal daily activities in ample time.

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What is The Joint Injection Clinic?

The Joint Injection Clinic at Ortho SA is a specialized clinic dedicated to patients dealing with joint pain and inflammation, whether due to chronic conditions or recent injuries. Our focus is on providing relief for various joint issues, including but not limited to:

Joint injections are a quick and straightforward procedure in which a targeted medication is injected directly into the affected joint to reduce inflammation and alleviate discomfort. Our team will evaluate each patient's unique condition, history, and needs to develop a personalized treatment plan aimed at reducing pain and improving joint function.

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Joint Injection Clinic in San Antonio, Texas

JOINT INJECTIONS FOR SPECIFIC AREAS OF PAIN

HIP
Knee
Ankle
Shoulder

What is a Joint Injection?

Meant to treat inflammation in the body, joint injections are a quick and easy procedure where a needle is inserted into the affected area to help relieve swelling or other uncomfortable joint conditions such as:

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Ortho SA Joint Injection Clinic

The injection clinic here at Ortho SA is specifically designed just for injections, so it helps us fast-track patients that just need those injections. It's normal to have some soreness after the injection and recommended to avoid any strenuous activities two days after the procedure.

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the TYPE OF INJECTIONS WE OFFER AT ORTHO SAN ANTONIO ARE Cortisone, PRP, Orthobiologics, & MORE.

Cortisone Injections

As a corticosteroid, cortisone is released by the adrenal gland in response to stress and is a potent anti-inflammatory agent.

Who is a cortisone candidate?

Cortisone injections are recommended for injuries causing pain and inflammation that don't require surgery. An example of such a condition is frozen shoulder.

Cortisone Injection Procedure

The affected joint is injected directly with artificial preparations containing cortisone to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. As a result of cortisone injections, these effects can last for several weeks.

Risks and Complications of Cortisone Injections

Injections of cortisone provide significant pain relief and inflammation relief; however, they are associated with certain adverse effects. The most common side effect is a “cortisone flare”, a condition where cortisone crystallizes and causes severe pain for a brief period that lasts for a day or two. Cortisone flare can be minimized by applying ice to the injected area. Other adverse effects include whitening of the skin and, infection at the injection site, a transient elevation in blood sugar if you are diabetic.

PRP INJECTIONS

What is PRP?

PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma which contains a lot of your body's growth factors that help promote healing and anti-inflammatory. This decreases a lot of pain in your joints or chronic injuries including your tendons and ligaments.

PRP VS. Orthobiologics

PRP and Orthobiologics are both very similar in that they both decrease pain and chronic conditions. The major difference is that Orthobiologics may be a bit more costly and a little bit more painful in obtaining.

PRP Systems offered at ortho sa

Arthrex ACP® Double-Syringe System

With Arthrex ACP, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can be prepared quickly and safely at the patient's point of care directly from a small blood sample. Based on clinical needs, PRP can be combined with autograft and allograft bone for use in orthopedic surgery.

ACP Max™ PRP System

With the ACP MaxTM system, 30 mL, 60 mL, or 90 mL of whole blood can be collected for the preparation of platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The buffy-coat system produces a PRP solution that is free of red blood cells and granulocytes, including neutrophils. As a result of the additional whole blood collected, ACP Max PRP achieves platelet concentrations up to 11 times greater than whole blood alone.

Angel® System

Fully automated, the Angel system utilizes a unique 3-sensor technology (3ST) and one-button automation to prepare customized platelet-rich plasma (PRP) formulations. Platelets can be concentrated up to 18 times with the Angel system's adjustable leukocyte levels. With flow cytometry, which measures light absorption by cells, it is possible to achieve precise and reproducible separations. A combination of PRP and autograft or allograft bone can be used at orthopedic sites.

Ortho San Antonio’s Injection Clinic Location

Address

2833 Babcock Rd, Tower II, Suite 400
San Antonio, Texas 78229

Phone

(210) 705-5060

Hours

Monday - Friday | 8 AM to 5 PM

WHy come to ortho san antonio for your joint Injections?

The providers at Ortho San Antonio have provided over 160 years of combined experience. Our practice consists of board certified orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, & physical therapists to ensure we are with you every step of the way.

Our goal is to get you back to what you enjoy, safely.

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AN INJECTION SUCCESS STORY

Ramy Noche, M.D., a sports medicine specialist, discusses his favorite success story of a young athlete who had a chronic elbow injury that wasn't healing with therapy alone. After doing a PRP injection in his elbow, he got back to throwing normally and was relieved of any pain. The PRP helped heal his UCL, which had a chronic tear in it.

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