Joint injections are widely administered and are considered very safe when performed by an appropriately trained and regulated clinician. Small risks (which will be covered prior to administration, include:

·      Temporary pain and swelling.

·      Post-injection flare.

·      Infection (very rare – between 1:20,000 and 1:77,000).

·      Allergic reaction/Anaphylaxis (Extremely rare - > 0.1%).

Clinician competency varies from profession-to-profession and service-to-service. As an injector, I myself am personally competent and experienced in injecting the following joints:

·      Knees.

·      Shoulders (Glenohumeral - GH joints).

·      Shoulders (Acromioclavicular – AC joints).

·      Thumbs (Carpometacarpal – CMC joints).

·      Ankles (Talocrural – TC joints).

·      Big toes (1st Metatarsophalangeal – MTP joints).

Yes. I have over 10 years of experience as a quailed Physiotherapist and over 3 years of experience performing joint injections. I am registered with both The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). My full time role is as an Advanced Practice Physiotherapist in a community Musculoskeletal service.

We estimate that the appointment will take around 30 minutes. The injection itself is very quick, however time is allocated initially to discuss any concerns or questions you may have. We will also need to go through a pre-injection safety checklist and obtained a signed consent form from you.

Following the injection, it is best practice to stay with you and monitor you for any adverse reactions (extremely rare) for a 10-15 minute period. During this time we can further discuss any other concerns you may be having, exercises that may help to facilitate your function and education around the condition that may help you to better manage.

Cingal® - A hybrid injection composed of Safe and Proven corticosteroid (Triamcinolone Hexacetonide) and Market-Leading Hyaluronic Acid (Monovisc®) for knee Osteoarthritis. This unique product combines the strong anti-inflammatory effect of a corticosteroid, with the cartilage protection of hyaluronic acid. This amounts to a treatment that significantly reduces joint pain, over a longer period compared to routine injections used within the NHS.

Monovisc® - A unique Hyaluronic Acid Matrix formulated with an optimised range of molecular weights to support joint lubrication and cushioning. A clinically proven treatment for symptoms of mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis. This treatment can be administered into any synovial joint within the clinician’s competency (see FAQs – ‘Which joints are you able to inject).

Orthovisc® - A vey similar product to Monovisc®, 30mg of pure hyaluronic acid in 2ml, optimised for smaller joints such as the thumb and acromioclavicular joint.

Only a few minor ones:

·      Relative rest of the joint for 48 hours.

·      Monitor for any signs of infection (very rare).

To book an appointment or make an enquiry, simply contact us via email, WhatsApp or phone call. if you are on social media, I can also accept enquiries via Instagram direct message.

I am personally located in Yarm. As a mobile service, delivering care to your door is our USP. As such, I am to cover as bigger locality as I can manage and for me this is approximately as far South as Northallerton, West as Richmond, East as Stokesley/Middlesbrough and as North as Sedgefield. If you live beyond these regions, please do still enquire, and if I can accommodate then I will.

Yes, absolutely. All records are kept safe and secure in line with UK data protection legislation, as well as professional standards.

Of course, we have a comprehensive chaperone policy in place (see ’website section’.?).

Injections can make people feel anxious at the best of times. As such, if there is anything that I can do to make yourself or the procedure more comfortable, please do not hesitate to ask ahead of time.