What are Knee Injections?
Knee injections involve delivering medication directly into the knee joint to reduce pain and inflammation. Common substances include corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid (such as Supartz), or biologic treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP). These injections are often used for osteoarthritis, ligament injuries, or chronic knee pain that doesn’t respond well to oral medication or physical therapy.
This procedure helps to:
- Reduce pain and inflammation in the knee.
- Improve joint mobility and comfort.
- Delay or avoid knee replacement surgery.
- Support physical rehabilitation.
- Enhance overall quality of life.
What to expect after Knee Injections?
Relief may be felt within days, though the timeline depends on the type of injection. Corticosteroids work quickly, while hyaluronic acid and PRP may take weeks to provide noticeable improvement. Some mild swelling or stiffness may occur initially.
- Temporary soreness or swelling at injection site.
- Gradual pain relief over days to weeks.
- Little to no downtime required.
- Improved range of motion.
- Relief lasting weeks to months.
