Steroid Injections in Stockport
Targeted Relief for Joint and Soft Tissue Pain
If pain, swelling, or stiffness is limiting your movement, a steroid injection may help reduce inflammation and allow you to return to normal activities more quickly.
At Stockport Physiotherapy, we provide corticosteroid injections as part of our injection therapy service, helping to relieve pain and support your rehabilitation.
At Stockport Physiotherapy, we provide corticosteroid injections as part of our injection therapy service, helping to relieve pain and support your rehabilitation.
What Are Steroid Injections?
Steroid injections involve injecting a corticosteroid medication, often combined with a local anaesthetic, directly into a joint or soft tissue.
These injections work by reducing inflammation, which can help to relieve pain, stiffness, and swelling.
We provide injections into joints and soft tissues such as bursitis, muscles, and some tendon problems. We do not perform spinal injectionsp
These injections work by reducing inflammation, which can help to relieve pain, stiffness, and swelling.
We provide injections into joints and soft tissues such as bursitis, muscles, and some tendon problems. We do not perform spinal injectionsp
What Can Steroid Injections Help With?
Steroid injections may be used to treat:
- Osteoarthritis in synovial joints
- Joint pain in areas such as the knee, hip, fingers, and toes
- Soft tissue conditions involving inflammation
Your physiotherapist will assess your condition and confirm whether this treatment is appropriate.
What Are the Benefits of Steroid Injections?
- Reduces pain and inflammation
- Helps you begin rehabilitation sooner and exercise rehabilitation is usually an integral part of the treatment to ensure long term success.
- May reduce the need for ongoing treatment
- Supports a faster return to normal activity
Why Not Just Take Anti-Inflammatory Medication?
Anti-inflammatory medication can help, but it may cause unwanted side effects with long term use.
Steroid injections deliver treatment directly to the affected area, making them more targeted and often more effective as it is a more potent treatment
Steroid injections deliver treatment directly to the affected area, making them more targeted and often more effective as it is a more potent treatment
Your appointment will include:
- Assessment of your condition and suitability
- Explanation of the procedure and risks
- Administration of the injection by a trained clinician
The procedure is usually quick, and most patients tolerate it well.
What Happens During the Appointment?
How Quickly Do Steroid Injections Work?
If a local anaesthetic is used, you may feel immediate relief, although this can wear off after a few hours.
The steroid itself usually begins to work within 24–48 hours, although in some cases it may take longer.
The effects can last for several weeks or more, depending on the condition.
For some joint conditions, hyaluronic acid injections may be a suitable alternative, your clinicianwillcdiscuss this with you if appropriate.
The steroid itself usually begins to work within 24–48 hours, although in some cases it may take longer.
The effects can last for several weeks or more, depending on the condition.
For some joint conditions, hyaluronic acid injections may be a suitable alternative, your clinicianwillcdiscuss this with you if appropriate.
This depends on your condition and the area being treated.
- Many patients only need one injection
- Some may require additional injections if symptoms are severe or long-standing
This will always be discussed with your physiotherapist.
How Many Injections Will I Need?
Most people find the procedure only mildly uncomfortable.
The injection may cause some soreness for a few hours afterwards, which can usually be managed with simple pain relief if needed.
The injection may cause some soreness for a few hours afterwards, which can usually be managed with simple pain relief if needed.
Are Steroid Injections Painful?
We will not carry out the injection if you:
- Have an active infection
- Are allergic to local anaesthetic
- Are pregnant
- Are due to have surgery at the injection site soon
- Are under 18
- Feel unwell at the time of the appointment
A full assessment will always be completed to ensure safety.
Are There Any Reasons I Should Not Have a Steroid Injection?
Side effects are uncommon but may include:
- Temporary soreness or bruising
- Flushing of the face
- Skin changes around the injection site
- Changes in blood sugar levels (for people with diabetes)
- Rarely, mild alteration to the menstrual cycle
Your clinician will discuss these with you before treatment.
What Are the Possible Side Effects?
If you have not previously been assessed, you will need an initial assessment:
- £65 – new assessment
- £ normal fees – if already assessed and currently having treatment with us
If suitable, the cost of a corticosteroid injection appointment is:
- £150.per injection
If you are not suitable, we will provide advice, treatment options, and onward referral if needed.
Steroid Injection Cost in Stockport
Steroid injections are carried out by our trained clinicians following assessment.
You can book a consultation to determine whether this treatment is suitable for you.
We’re happy to answer any questions before you book.
You can book a consultation to determine whether this treatment is suitable for you.
We’re happy to answer any questions before you book.
How Do I Book a Steroid Injection?
- HCPC-registered physiotherapists
- Experienced in injection therapy
- Evidence-based treatment approach
- Personalised rehabilitation alongside injections
- Trusted by local patients and healthcare professionals
Our aim is not just to relieve pain, but to help you recover and move better long-term.