Cortisone Injection Treatment in India
About Cortisone Injection
Key Highlights
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Provides rapid and significant reduction in inflammation and pain.Minimally invasive procedure with no surgical incision required.Targeted treatment delivers medication directly to the problem site.Can improve joint mobility and function almost immediately.Often performed in an outpatient clinic setting, allowing a quick return home.Can provide relief lasting from several weeks to several months.liHelps break the cycle of pain and inflammation to facilitate physical therapy./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Inflammatory arthritis flare-ups (e.g., Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis).
- Osteoarthritis causing significant pain in specific joints like the knee, hip, or shoulder.
- Bursitis (inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs near joints).
- Tendinitis or tenosynovitis (e.g., tennis elbow, rotator cuff tendinitis).
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (injection into the carpal tunnel).
- Plantar fasciitis (heel pain).
- Ganglion cysts.
- Acute gout attacks in a specific joint when oral medications are insufficient.
How to prepare
- Inform your rheumatologist about all medications, especially blood thinners (e.g., warfarin, clopidogrel), which may need to be paused.
- Disclose any allergies, particularly to medications, anesthetics, or contrast dyes.
- Notify your doctor if you have an active infection anywhere in your body or a fever.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the injection site.
- You may eat and drink normally before the procedure unless instructed otherwise.
- The skin over the injection area will be cleaned with an antiseptic solution.
Risks & possible complications
- Temporary pain flare or discomfort at the injection site for 24-48 hours.
- Skin discoloration (depigmentation) or thinning at the injection site.
- Temporary facial flushing or a feeling of warmth.
- Elevation of blood sugar levels, particularly important for patients with diabetes.
- Infection at the injection site (rare).
- Tendon weakening or rupture, especially with repeated injections into the same tendon.
- Damage to surrounding nerves or blood vessels (very rare).
- Allergic reaction to the medication (extremely rare).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Rest the injected joint for 24-48 hours; avoid strenuous activity or heavy lifting.
- You may apply an ice pack to the area to reduce initial swelling or discomfort.
- Pain relief often begins within a few days as the inflammation subsides.
- Follow your rheumatologist's advice on when to resume normal activities and exercises.
- Monitor the injection site for signs of infection (increasing redness, warmth, swelling, or fever).
- Attend any scheduled follow-up appointments to assess the treatment's effectiveness.
- Continue taking your regular prescribed medications unless specifically advised to stop.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days for initial post-injection rest; full therapeutic effect in 3-7 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cortisone injection in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with rheumatology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cortisone injection. MediFyr helps you compare rheumatologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cortisone injection compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 17 – USD 88 | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 1-2 days for initial post-injection rest; full therapeutic effect in 3-7 days | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 123 – USD 656 | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 1-2 days for initial post-injection rest; full therapeutic effect in 3-7 days | Know More |
Reyansh Garcia, a 48-year-old construction foreman,...
Reyansh Garcia, a 48-year-old construction foreman, had been struggling with persistent pain and stiffness in his right shoulder for over a year. An MRI confirmed a significant rotator cuff tendinopathy. The pain was constant, a deep ache that made lifting his arm to drive or even sleep on that side impossible. It was affecting his ability to work and play with his young children. His rheumatologist, Dr. Chen, recommended a cortisone injection to reduce the inflammation and break the pain cycle, explaining it as a 'reset button' to allow him to properly engage in physical therapy. During the procedure, Reyansh felt a sharp pinch from the local anesthetic, followed by pressure as the cortisone was injected. He was anxious but focused on the hope of relief. In the days following, the initial pain from the injection subsided, and by the end of the week, the deep, grinding ache in his shoulder had diminished by about 70%. For the first time in months, he could lift his arm without wincing. Emotionally, he moved from a place of frustration and fear about his career to one of cautious optimism. The injection gave him a window of relief to finally make progress in PT, restoring his hope for a return to an active life.
Rheumatologists for Cortisone Injection
Explore experienced rheumatologists who regularly perform cortisone injection and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 30 Years Experience
- Rheumatologist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata