Chronic Pain Chronicles with Dr Karmy - Episode 9: Can Cortisone Injections Really Help with Joint Pain? Debunking Myths and Clearing Up Misconceptions

Episode 9: Can Cortisone Injections Really Help with Joint Pain? Debunking Myths and Clearing Up Misconceptions

09/25/24 • 16 min

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In this episode, Dr. Karmy dives into the facts and misconceptions surrounding cortisone injections. Often misunderstood, these powerful anti-inflammatory treatments can offer significant relief for joint pain, tendon issues, and nerve inflammation.
Join Dr Karmy as he explores when cortisone is most effective, its potential risks, and why it may not be the silver bullet for chronic pain that many expect.
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Chronic Pain Chronicles with Dr Karmy - Episode 9: Can Cortisone Injections Really Help with Joint Pain? Debunking Myths and Clearing Up Misconceptions

Transcript

Dr Karmy00:00:00.200

I would say out of all the treatments that we have for pain, cortisone has the highest response rate. I would say about 70 percent of patients respond to cortisone injections, assuming that you selected them well.

Raveena00:00:21.335

Welcome to Chronic Pain Chronicles with Dr. Karmy. In today's episode, we'll be discussing cortisone injections, what they are, how they work, and why they're a useful option for treati