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Fluoroscopy-guided Steroid Joint Injection: How to prepare and what to expect - 08/2023

Fluoroscopy-guided Steroid Joint Injection: How to prepare and what to expect
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Abstract

This handout explains a fluoroscopy-guided steroid joint injection, which is done to help treat arthritis pain. It includes how to prepare, what to expect, what happens after the injection, and how long the pain relief should last.

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2016
Revision Date
08/2023
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Therapeutic Procedures
Specific Subject/Keyword
Arthritis
Injections
Pain
Radiology
Steroids
Languages
English
Record ID
4502