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Injections

Cortisone Injections (Steroid Injections)

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Cortisone injections are used to treat joint pain caused by inflammation from conditions such as arthritis if a physician and patient decide it is appropriate.

Medical illustration of cortisone being injected into the knee joint.
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Overview

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Video

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