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Historically cortisone shots in the knee have been one of the most common treatments in orthopedic surgery. We still use them for patients with knee arthritis, and occasionally we will try one for a patient with knee pain and swelling for other reasons. In this Ask Dr. Geier video, I discuss the pros and cons of cortisone injections as well as what they actually do.
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Rawya in North Carolina asks:
I have a degenerative posterior horn meniscus tear in my knee and a small ulcer in the bone. It has been almost nine weeks. I’ve tried anti-inflammatory medications and ice, and I saw several doctors. The knee is swollen and uncomfortable. Would a steroid shot help? Or would extraction of the fluid help relieve the pain? Are there any side effects to the cortisone? Or would the swelling reoccur, and if so, would it be more severe?
Cortisone is a steroid that acts to decrease inflammation in the knee. In some ways, it’s much like taking a large dose of anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen, but the effects work only on the knee since that is where it’s placed. Cortisone doesn’t help the injured structure within the knee heal or return to normal, but it can help to decrease pain and swelling.
In this video, I share my thoughts on when these treatments can be a good idea. For what problems are cortisone shots helpful, and when would they not provide much relief? Are they harmful to the knee? Can I get too many cortisone shots? And what other options are available?
Please remember, while I appreciate your questions, I cannot and will not offer specific medical advice by email, online, on my show, or in the comments at the end of these posts. My responses are meant to provide general medical information and education. Please consult your physician or health care provider for your specific medical concerns.

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@DrDavidGeier 6 лет назад

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@jasonpujadas262 5 лет назад

Hi,I'm 41 and I've got foot drop,and stiff knee along with it,it's hard to walk and I've got an active job,what can I use for stiff knee,with Fast releif.

@lindaterrell9366 4 года назад

Thank You Dr. If I had a kenalog injection in my right knee For Arthritis. and 2 weeks later I'm still in pain. I still feel like my feet are trying to turn in. What can I do????

@NiteshKumar-xd7ur 4 года назад

Hi sir

@NiteshKumar-xd7ur 4 года назад

Sir ....clexane injection ..can i give by muscular root

@thomastompkins8602 6 лет назад

I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the knee over four years ago. I had arthroscopic surgery to clean and smooth out inner knee. It did not help. Since that time I tried various supplements with only modest results. I also tried prp injections and some stem cell treatment with only minimal success. Finally I decided to try a cortisone injection from my VA orthopedic doctor on May 1 of this year. After 3 days much of my pain and stiffness vanished. It seemed to good to be true. But here I am 6weeks later and I have no discomfort in my knee. I do not try to overdue it. I have a night job where I can sit down often after walking some. I go to the gym 5-6 days and do swimming and biking only. No excess walking or running. Now that the pain and stiffness are gone it has allowed me to do more intense bike workouts and interval training. This is bringing my weight down and helping me even further with my knee. The Doctor at the Va told me that I could get these shotsup to three times a year if I needed. It is the best treatment I had yet. And I hope that with the increased exercise ability and weight loss, that I can prolong these effects. I just turned 62 and have been an athlete all my life. now I concentrate on low impact swimming and cycling. Perhaps my case is somewhat unique

@Mickey-jn8hz 11 месяцев назад

After a cortisone shot in my knee I developed a Baker cyst in the back of the knee and am having a hell of a time getting rid of that…this is after they took 20 cc of liquid out…..no more cortisone for me!

@CBT5777 3 месяца назад

How are you now? I had my first one 2 months ago and half of the pain returned. Getting the second after three months.

@thomastompkins8602 2 месяца назад

@@CBT5777 I had both my knees replaced the following year. the right in February 2019 and the left in November 2019. Has been the best decision. The modern Knee replacements are much safer and easier to endure. But I have to continue my own physical therapy routine such as using the gym weight machines to strengthen the muscle surrounding knee. Also I have to do some of the stretching routines I learned after the surgery. Also it is important to lay flat on bed and elevate each knee 6-10 inches a couple of times daily, or weekly to promote alignment. I can bicycle 5-10 miles if I want. Walk with no problem. But no "high impact" like running, jumping, tennis, football or rough sport activities. You can use the cortisone until it doesn't work. Also you may want to try the synvisc gel injections. But, do not fear the modern knee replacements with a well qualified Orthopedic MD. They can last up to 20years or more, and no more intense pains. After 3 weeks you can start driving to go places. First 7-10 days are the hardest. Just get set up and plan for the recovery.

@charlottes8134 2 года назад

I've been suffering from left knee super stiffness and sharp pain from getting up from a sitting position, or even trying to criss cross my legs. Ibuprofen only gave minimal relief. I had my 1st cortisone shot yesterday since I couldn't deal with the pain any more and it has been the miracle injection. I woke up like a new person with no pain. I hope it lasts because I prefer to change my diet with anti-inflammatory foods in hopes of reducing inflammation, moving forward since cortisone does destroy cartilage with use over time. Thanks for this video.

@danihollinshead760 3 года назад

So far it has been the best thing I have done . Im 49 my knees have been bad since I was 8 from a car accident and I have been heavy all my life . My knees need replacement but I'm to young .This was a good start .I feel like I'm in my 30s. Maybe I can walk without pain and get weight off 💪 Thankyou Doctor ❤ I will try not to get to many .

@phantomjosh2148 3 года назад

I’m 15 lol

@tr6151 Год назад

@MOMMACAT is the steroid still helping?

@gracepowers4532 3 года назад

Hello your orthopedic advice was very helpful. Thank you.

@rachelbranning5933 5 лет назад

I’m 32 I had a cortisone shot for runners knee. Didn’t do much and I’m still dealing with knee pain a year later. An NP gave me the shot and I felt like he gave into me, I wish I would have been seen by a doctor and been better educated before I received the shot.

@zt5 5 лет назад

I get shots in both knees every 3 months for the past several years. Usually by the time I get to the office I'm at a full 10 pain. I love the pain of the shot at that point (lol) because it's much less than the knee pain. The shot numbs it of course and within a day or two my knees are completeley pain free. I go from a cane to running and jumping and climbing ladders. I'm 55 with very little buffer left and my awesome Dr. and I agree we'll do shots until they don't work... then surgery, eek. By the way, when I got my first shots from this guy I looked away and didn't feel them at all... he's good.

@DrDavidGeier 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing your experience!

@specialized29er86 5 лет назад

3 months is too often, cortisone weakens the bone and if going down the road of knee joint replacements then we need to increase the periods to as long as possible between the treatments. I'm 58 and get 9 to 11 months from the treatments.

@fingerstyleacoustic6214 2 года назад

@@specialized29er86 Hey, can one shot of corticosteroid damages the tendons?? Please reply 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

@barbaramiller5415 10 месяцев назад

I received cortisone shot abt 3 weeks ago! I’m back in pain and it ran my sugar up to levels tht I’ve never saw before

@melifter8897 2 года назад

I received a cortisone injection almost eight weeks ago and it was so beautiful. I could do squats in the gym, jump rope, do lunges, etc. It was so awesome. Now it’s wearing off and I’m in pain again. I’m 49 turning 50 in a few weeks. Edit: For purposes of this discussion, I go to the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia, PA. Very good physicians.

@Amijhaveri 4 года назад

Thanks for the information Dr. Geier! I have slight swelling in the right side area like upper calf & the Dr. said it’s slighht Ortho Arthritis. Just wanted to know is arthritis can it occur on the side by the knee? I don’t have pain in the knee- just slight swelling around one side of the knee. I took Naproxen - no side effects. But, I’ve noticed - after I stopped regularly taken Naproxen - the pain comes back after a week, of non usage. Otherwise I am in great health. Thanks so much.

@harlemsteve 5 лет назад

Thank you so much ,this Video was very helpful

@DrDavidGeier 5 лет назад

I’m glad it helped!

@dham75 6 лет назад

I've had cortisone shots for 4 years every 4 months. Worked ok until the last time, but I think it was because I did too much too soon and missed a step. Now I'm getting a gel injection. I have also had cortisone in my shoulder and have them in my heel every year for plantar fascitus, and the doc says I can get them as much as I need to...no surgery ! It only hurts for a day or so and then I'm good for months!.

@gundersonflooringanddesign4064 Год назад

I'm 57. I'm a carpet installer, and karate practitioner. The X-ray showed that I have very significant arthritis on the lateral side of my knee. I went to bed fine one night. Woke up I couldn't walk the next day. I got the cortisone shot and I'm back to where I was, even better walking and going to the gym and work. The only side effect that I had that got me concerned was a racing heart on the second day. I went to the hospital concern. They said it was the body metabolizing steroid fluid that was put in my me. That was controlled with anti anxiety med.

@dandkelectric1 5 лет назад

Dr Geier, which procedure would benefit my arthritic knee the most a cortisone shot or a Euflexxa procedure, this is for my right knee, about 7 years ago I had a total knee replacement done on my left knee and it is doing okay, I’m doing therapy on my right knee and I see some progress, thanks any info would be greatly appreciated

@txtchr1 4 года назад

What should you expect after a shot? My whole body itches. I had terrific pain in my leg for a day after getting my knee shot.. when can i resume normal activity?

@RichardsWorld 3 года назад

My VA Ortho already gave me an X-Ray, but he wants an MRI on my right knee. We will have to wait for the MRI. But he was mentioning shots in the knee. he seemed like he would give me a choice of shots. he said I likely have arthritis in my left knee and maybe a torn meniscus in the right knee. Should I go for the cortisone shot versus HA shots?

@grettagrids 6 лет назад

my ortho does them EVERY THREE MONTHS in my left knee.. which seems to be getting worse every year :(

@melaniesimms621 4 года назад

Hello. I have started using metholprednisone. But I do have high blood pressure issues, so I only use a short dosage. I have bone on bone arthritis on one side of my knee. so I know that I am likely facing a knee replacement eventually. That said I want to lose more weight before I decide on either a knee replacement or possibly an experimental stem cell bone regeneration treatment, I am considering next a cortisone shot and will discuss it with my new doc. Thanks for posting this. I have been looking for more info on these shots.

@shwetadas4039 5 лет назад

Dr. M having partial patellar ligament tear n d pain is severe. Tried mny oral medications but all are in vain. Dr. suggested me for local injection in my knee but is that injection a cortisone steroid and will it lead to weight gain or any other side effects ?

@mariongriffin5941 2 года назад

I have had several cortisone shots in my mega-damaged knee over the last 10-year period. Prior to that, I had multiple surgeries, including an ACL reconstruction. The current recommendation by the surgeon is knee replacement surgery. I'm 68. Nope!

@cassandragonzales5691 3 года назад

I have tarsal coalition and had a cortisone shot but it caused me a great deal of pain for 3 days what happened and what are other options

@MrTimjwilson 3 года назад

Consider hyaluronic acid injections rather than cortisone. It is the substance which bonds your tissues and creates elasticity. I believe it to be much less harmful than cortisone.

@garym1514 2 года назад

I've had these injections several times, they last longer than cortisone. Check with your insurance provider to make sure the cost is covered as these injections are expensive.

@detectiveyoshi 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing, will definitely ask about it with my docter :)

@denisesavannah2023 7 лет назад

I had three gel injections treatments.. in my left knee is still swollen I got my gel injection the end of July of this year.. can I still get a cortisone shot even though I had a gel injection? My other doctor told me it takes 6 to 8 weeks after the third injection and my knee is still swollen..

@rajjassal123 3 года назад

So what is the side effects

@sassyincolorado7897 4 года назад

What is your opinion on Cortisone injections for ESRD patients?

@TomDeVito Год назад

This video was very helpful thank you. I’m 31 and just got my first cortisone shot yesterday in the right knee due to trama from a fall last summer I feel sooo much better! The pain was so unbearable it hurt just go down the stairs and my knee would just give out especially in the colder months. Thankfully no major damage or tears to the ligaments just some very minor cartilage damage almost like a small pothole in the road is the way my doctor described it and recommended I get physical therapy as well. Unfortunately gonna have arthritis 😂😂

@OceanSound100 6 лет назад

I had a car accident when i was 16 years old and shattered my knee. I am now 59 years old and had my first cortisone shot yesterday - my knee is of better use to me and the pain is less but i am skeptical of getting too many of these shots as the cartridge can break down - that would be no fun.

@SusanIacuessa 4 года назад

My mom would like more info please?

@silviamora7136 7 лет назад

Very informative video! I have Hoffa's fat pad impingement with intermittent synovitis. My doc offered a cortisone injection into the fat pad. wondering how effective are these ? will the cortisone kill the fat cells? how many shots are typically needed for this condition?

@DrDavidGeier 7 лет назад

+Sílvia Mora I can't say I've tried injections for that. Keep us informed!

@meviews8216 2 года назад

Hi, I’m due to have this tomorrow and worried about it. Did you have it done in the end?

@rubypernell9537 6 лет назад

The cortisone injectors helps a little, but not for a long period of time.

@TheMonasyed 5 лет назад

Hello - I have just been diagnosed with chondromalacia patella. I’m a squash player, and I live in Canada. I’m pretty active and maintain a healthy weight.. however, have not been able to do much since my knee started hurting some 7 weeks ago. It,s driving me nuts. My doctor has suggested physio, bracing, strength training and rest. My doctor suggested the hyaluronic acid injection which I’m scheduled to get next week in her clinic, without ultrasound. I am scared of needles and would like to know your opinion if getting HA injection is the best course of action in my case. I can email you my MRI reports if you like. Thank you so much!

@darrinsiberia 4 года назад

I had a swollen prepatellar bursa on my knee. They drained it once but didn't inject cortisone. I iced it and kept it wrapped but a month passed and it returned. So he drained it a second time and then he gave me a cortisone injection. I personally don't take medications much. So for me the biggest noticeable side affect has been the light headedness. I just noticed today that my calf below the same knee has skin discoloration. It's dark brown and kind of random shaped. It isn't dark brown like melanoma. It is kind of a lighter brown splotch with a few parts boiling up, like I was burned there. Is this related to the coritsone? I am in my late 30's. My knee isn't swelling up again so that's nice. But I am getting stir crazy not being able to exercise. And always having to keep it iced.

@leasahall1791 4 года назад

I have had 4 cortisone injections in my left knee within the last 7 months and I still don’t have any pain relief. Will I be at risk of danger if I have a fifth injection or if I get the Synvisc gel injection?

@Foodshowbymamabhanji 4 года назад

Doctor prescribed xoxe antibiotics for 3 days...after steroid shot...but i cant take them as antibiotics makes me nauseated ...wht to do?

@cwb0051 5 лет назад

I had my first cortisone shot 4 years ago on my right knee, it hasnt hurt since. Just had another shot on my left knee, Im Hopeing it Works This time also..Im 67 years old..

@camcamcamcamcamcamc 5 лет назад

cwb0051 did u happen to have a meniscus tear by any chance or just arthritis?

@vpking77 4 года назад

It's a miracle but at around the same age as you I am definitely fearful as I need a second one after 6 months. Long term even twice a year is risky but it absolutely removed all pain for a torn meniscus. I hit the daily double as along with the meniscus tear in my right leg and I have Planter Fasciitis in my left foot.

@cwb0051 4 года назад

@@vpking77 Aww, Hope you Find Relief..God Bless..

@ClaraVoyant 3 года назад

Did the cortisone shot hurt?

@tr6151 Год назад

@@cwb0051hi do you have osteoarthritis? How is your knee now?

@zee7695 5 лет назад

i am 15 and i have had a cortisone shot in my leg for more than 7 times because i have very bad arthritis. with my doctor, she did not use anything on me, so it took around 45 minutes because i didn’t let her put it in me because it hurt so so so much. when she did, i screamed so loud that people on the two floors below us heard. if your going to get the shot, i really recommend that you get it under local anaesthetic or laughing gas, it does not matter how strong you are to resist the pain, causing the build up of tension in your body and then screaming actually wears you out that you feel very tired after wards, trust me i’ve had it 7 times and the pain just gets worser and worser and worser. not better, and me personally stressing myself before i get it because i’m in so much fear of the pain makes me so tired afterwards and psychologically i don’t feel like the medicine is working and tell myself that it was just a bag full of pain, getting some numbing cream really helps , or not being able to feel the pain really helps.

@jeanpaulmarrero2728 7 лет назад

I just had one done yesterday on my left knee. My OS said he doesn't like putting them into young adults (I'm a 19 year old college wrestler) but in my case, he thought it'd be worth a shot. I had a discoid meniscus which was taken care of with a lateral meniscectomy and since then, my knee right where the meniscus is has always had swelling and extreme pain; especially when running and even biking. As of today, I definitely do not have anywhere near as much pain and hopefully it is just that the meniscus had some swelling which can be taken care of without another surgery! I also had one done on my shoulder after having 2 labral repairs (SLAP Lesion and Posterior tear the first time and SLAP Lesion that extended anteriorly the second time). I almost tore it a third time and the pain was bad but after that cortisone shot, it's made a world of difference! Hopefully those are the only 2 shots I'll ever need just to get me rolling back into action!

@leivy2379 6 лет назад

Jean Paul Marrero Hello Jean, I as well had a discoid meniscus surgery which was done last September. 8 months later I am still in a lot of pain probably more than before the surgery. Is your knee better now? My doctor keeps saying it would take over a year for it to start feeling better but I am desperate. Apparently a discoid meniscus is not very common so I cannot find a lot of information online about it and its recovery time. I am actually going in for a steroid shot today to alliviate the pain and enjoy the summer a bit.

@harishphno 6 лет назад

Hi there I’m 27 I had a minor accident 2 years back and as the days passing the pain was increasing. I had multiple times of X-rays and mri scans doctors said there was no tears in knee and no fractures. The doctor said at the time of injury the bone was hit hard but no fracture. Recently they said it could be ruhmetoid arthritis because they can’t find no problem in the reports. There was swelling and even the fluid reports say no infection. They are prescribing steroid injection will that be fine.

@salmanskippy 5 месяцев назад

I had one cortisone injection in my long hurting right middle finger some 10 years ago and it worked magic. One injection fixed the problem and has not bothered me after. From Canada 🇨🇦

@CBT5777 3 месяца назад

Thats funny. I have the same problem with the small end knuckle of my right-hand middle finger. A door closed on it and i have arthritis now. Good to know the pain is treatable.

@rizwanmahmud9353 5 лет назад

Hi. Great videos. I am a 48 year old male. I have a grade 3 tear in the posterior horn of the medial meniscus in my right knee and a grade 3 tear like wise in the left knee. This is coupled with arthritic knees. My orthopedic surgeon also suspects an ACL tear in the right knee. I wanted to avoid surgery.Had a shot of cortisol in both knees. It worked fine for about 6 months. Now the pain is back. Have had a loss of muscle in the right thigh. My range of motion is ok but the pain is a lot. Moreover quality of life is not good. I was active before this injury going to the gym 5 times a week. Should i go for the ACL reconstruction and meniscus removal in the right knee simultaneously. Thx

@patmcgaw6266 4 года назад

Over3 years ago I tore my meniscus 2 ligaments and a tendon doing a class at gym with a band I had arthroscopic surgery and it is worse than ever it is really badly swollen and can’t bend it , I am 73 but a gym junkie doing 9 to 12 classes a week, arthritis is bad and very painful, do you think a cortisone injection would help?

@rebeccalombardo4147 5 лет назад

I had a cortisone shot 4 1/2 days ago and have not noticed any difference. The ortho doc said I have pes aserine and that's how they treat it. I have not been able to walk on my left leg for a week now. The pain is too intense to put any pressure on my knee. I am using crutches. I don't know what to do.

@ayeshazarina5294 4 года назад

How is it now and how did it go, pls tell as my sister is facing this same problem from past a week

@chelseaferch461 Год назад

I have had a problem with my right knee since 2008 when I was in the 8th grade from a car accident. I had surgery a year ago because I had 2 torn spots in my meniscus and that didn’t help. I have had 3 cortisone shots within 6 months and still no changes.

@teresawehrle5294 4 года назад

My doc is painless. He sprays on numbing meds then injects needle. I never feel it

@laurie4275 6 лет назад

I watched this looking for info on side effects. Had a knee injection 5 days ago. Pain did gradually recede over the first 48 hours and I felt great relief. Now however, my entire body is full of muscle ache and joint pain. So miserable, I could not get any sleep all night. My first day to return to my work, and the knee pain returned, bad as ever, but in addition to, now, my full body aches. I have no fever, no red/hot/or swollen injection site. No headache. But otherwise feel just like one does, when one has the flu. All over muscle ache and pain in all joints. General malaise and heavy fatigue. Could this be a reaction???

@Datacorrupter234 5 лет назад

dont ever go to doctors to learn about drugs. finding credible first hand accounts combined with learning the scientific literature is the only way to stay safe. cortizone atrophys your soft tissues aswell as bone. take it from me 5 years later my skin is still sunken in where it was injected when i was 19

@kimschilling4168 Год назад

I was in a bike vs car accident and did something??to my knee. Saw 2 docs, they twisted. Palpated, went through ROM, consensus without imaging is contusion...I'm 2 weeks out. Had a steroid injection, HURT!LEVEL 8 at least during the injection, and when he removed the needle it bled quite a bit, went through the protective cover on the table...what?? Was a nicked vein? Was the swelling in my knee actually blood rather than synovial fluid? Is this normal? Would imaging be indicated?

@davidanthony2074 5 лет назад

I’ve been takin my grandma to her ortho, and she had a tear in her meniscus and that’s take care of but she’s already had 2cortisone shots so far this year. What if the cortisone shot is not working? What’s else can work for her? What other shots can she try?

@trafficjon400 5 лет назад

Not to an elderly please

@cherylradabaugh2720 Год назад

Had one in my left knee ,for a bucket handle meniscus tear .didn't help my knee swelled up 4xs normal size ,plus my lower leg and foot swelled up as bad as my knee .

@anitajones7090 Год назад

I am going for my 1st cortisone shot for my knee. I was advised that it is an either or situation. Do the shot or total knee replacement 🫣 I’m 56 years old. My meniscus is macerated and I have Arthritis 🤷🏽‍♀️. I’m scared.

@TheJazz61 Год назад

I had mine today on left knee.i wait for the effects.

@iamlight1 7 лет назад

Handsome doc. I just had a monovisc injection instead of cortisone this morning. I was trying to find out if it's possible to inject in the wrong place.

@DrDavidGeier 7 лет назад

+iamlight1 I suppose it is, but orthopedic surgeons generally know how to get into the knee.

@iamlight1 7 лет назад

Thank you. I believe it. My knees feel so much better. Someone even commented that I'm walking so much better ♥

@tamekawilliams7624 6 лет назад

Hello Dr. Geier, I have some concerns; I have had a Baker's Cyst drained twice in the past year. I started having issues with the same type of pain again but now in both knees; yesterday I was told I had torn cartilage in both knees, some fluid and inflammation (more in left). I was given cortisone shot in both knees and today I am in severe pain and can barely walk or bend my left knee without being in tears. Please Help Me, is this normal?

@itskimle 5 лет назад

Did it clear up in a few days?

@msmojica 4 года назад

I had liquid drain out of my knee and a cortizone shot injected. Doc said it was arthritis. Was done today hope it works.

@1234bellamy 4 года назад

Did it work?

@AA-vp4zq 3 года назад

My doctor closed during covid-19 when I was scheduled to get my second ever cortisone shot. The first one lasted eight months. I found another doctor who said no, recommended physical therapy, so I went to a third doctor. That shot lasted about 7 months and I just got another today because it wore off immediately one day. The first time it didn't hurt getting the injection and my pain was gone in knee. The second time it hurt getting the injection but last about two days. Hurts really bad from the injection I got today but I expect the pain will be gone in a couple of days. I was told I need double knee surgery in about 2 to 5 years so I'm just trying to maintain in the meantime.

@user-dy2cj3no9m Год назад

What do u know and would a person take the Genvic 850 hyaluronic jell like acid sodium hyaluronnate shots. I took 2 in the left 1 in the right now my knees r worse swelled severe pain; pop give away if not for my walker I would fall; now making my self move get around!!😢

@user-dy2cj3no9m Год назад

Take my advice don't take them I had 2 in the left 1 in the right now my knees r alot worse pain; stiff pop give away can't walk without my walker can't bend my knees 😢 1:22 1:23 oh make my self get up get

@gaiksuanlee1910 4 года назад

Is cortisan same with Triamcinolone

@ellenlarsson8670 2 года назад

I’m only 15 very active but injured my knee I was told it was a meniscus tear but now they are saying it’s a inflammation and that I should get a cortisone shot. I have gotten depressed now that I can’t play. Can anyone tell me about how long it took for them to get back and if it was hard?

@peterlehmann2760 7 лет назад

Hi there, I received a cortisone shot for occasional knee pain for the first time at the end of June. I had an effusion 4 days later, 24ccs of cloudy yellow fluid. Tested negative for gout and infection. MRI shows only 'minimal chondromalacia' 2 months later, my knee is way worse and I'm in constant pain. My dr says that I must have arthritis now and to see a rheumatologist. Can cortisone shots actually make the injury worse?

@DrDavidGeier 7 лет назад

+Peter Lehmann I haven't seen it, but I can't say in your case specifically. I hope it gets better!

@marinaborde2936 4 года назад

Would osteoporosis in my knee cause me to have calf pain and restricted movement in bending back my knee?

@clemmonswest262 3 года назад

That sounds like my knee. What was it?

@jenniferwells3557 3 года назад

I too have these symptoms and am awaiting the result of an Xray, then will have a telephone consultation with a physiotherapist

@Mebbe308 2 года назад

I’m 75. Had a cortisone injection in my knee. It hurt buts my knee pain has improved. Side effect was headache

@softmetals3702 5 лет назад

My last shot lasted 14 months.right was total replacement and that still aches after 13 months. Try uflexa shots

@poker_18rs92 4 года назад

This is probably a dumb question but can a cortisone shot in the knee be given at an urgent care? To eliminate having to take a day off & see a doctor?

@CovidVirgin 4 года назад

PokerRun388 in my experience, no. After 2 months of pain and two office visits, my mom had to demand a referral to the specialist before finally getting the shot.

@jazminemurray5363 4 года назад

I have had 2 shots in the last 4 months at age 14. I feel as if they only work for 4-6 weeks. It was very painful when the shot stopped working. I’m not sure that I want another one at my age.

@TheLocalDank 4 года назад

Jazmine Murray hey man, be careful research the side effects especially at your age to many of them can tear down the bone and cartilage over time.

@nathalievargas6692 3 года назад

I havr to go for also a shot but its painful i think so im not sure what to do yet😵😥

@teresawehrle5294 4 года назад

I have osteoporosis I have shots three times a year. I have had meniscus tear repaired I fall and injure other parts of body as a result

@vicster 5 лет назад

I have a sharp pain in my left knee when I'm about to shoot a basketball. I can run and bike without pain. Do you think a cortisone shot will help?

@softmetals3702 5 лет назад

Love how these youtubers ignore questions. Lazy

@skychaos90 4 года назад

what happen to you now sir? does the pain still there?

@RB-pf6dz 3 года назад

Don’t take it. You may end up with more problems than u started with, like me😔

@ahmedalqorishi2864 5 лет назад

what about PRP injection in knee

@AH-hz5xc 2 года назад

PRP is placebo. Nothing more.

@lindaterrell9366 5 лет назад

Hi Dr. I'm 56 & Obese I get the cortisone shot (Depo) in my right knee every 2-3 sometimes 4 months. Been doing this for about 5 yrs now. It only eases the pain temporarily. Drs say It is Arthritis , Bone on Bone on the inner part of my knee. I think eventually I will need replacement. I know I need to shed the weight. However..... You know the story. My hip and ankle hurts also. Help.

@awakingthesleepers35 3 года назад

Try giving up all gluten.

@brandonrobbins1133 6 лет назад

I'm 19 and I ran track and field for a decade as a jumper and sprinter even making it to a college level, ive recently found out I have major arthritis in my left knee. I couldn't walk for months and still get pain when I attempt to jog or even slightly jump up and down I can barely handle my body weight. I thought I had a torn meniscus but that's not the case and my doctor recommended a cortisone shot. Should I take it or would I be more at risk? Any helpful tips on how to deal with arthritis in the knee or how to strengthen against the pain? Any answers would be appreciated, Thank you.

@Parkerscottyy 6 лет назад

Brandon Robbins hey man, I run collegiate track too. Any updates on your situation? I may be getting a cortisone shit soon.

@brandonrobbins1133 6 лет назад

Parker Scott I avoided my recommended cortizone shot for my severe arthritis due to side effects I heard and often needimg multiple shots over time. My knee doesn't swell anymore it still hurts like arthritis would but its better I jog every other day and do light workouts to keep it strong because I have basically no cartilage but I am glad I didn't get the shot my own methods have proved fine

@MalkaShifra 2 года назад

Hi, would love to hear from others. I’m a 54 yr old female. Ver active since middle school, track team to long distance running through out high school and collage. Later in life I took up on rock climbing and trail walks jogs in my home country in Israel. I’ve seen many doctors and they pretty much give me the same diognose, physical therapy and cortozone shot. I have a re tear in a bucket handle tear, a lateral displaced meniscus and a partial tear in my Acl. I’m in constant pain even in my sleep with most of the time swelling. I am taking over the counter intinflamitory meds but no relief in site. I’m desperate and want to get the shot just for relief but in long terms I need to know what to do. I miss my runs and jogs and wanted to compete in the Jerusalem run marathon. It’s a up 40 k run. I usually run 8-10 k a day. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Looking into medical replacement 🤷‍♀️

@dodiemcmillan129 5 лет назад

Had three shots in each knee over one year. Worked a little with first one. Last one not at all. Knees much worse. Have to use walker or canes now. I'm almost 70.

@juliewood823 3 месяца назад

Wow thanks for this info and appreciate the feedback -anticipating my 1st shot on Monday- 70 yrs young always active until … osteoarthritis diagnosed 😢😢 but gotta keep moving - motion is my lotion 😊

@DrDavidGeier 2 месяца назад

Good luck!

@citysouthstandlad 2 года назад

I had knee pains from playing football from an early age, which got gradually worse into my early 20s with my manual labour job. Then it became unbearable. I had scans etc, i believe i had patella (something) disorder but cant remember, had a shot of cortisone. Never had a problem in 6 years. Running for longer than 20 mins i tend to limp on it but without pain, but considering how painful and disruptive to everyday life it was, that aint a problem to me

@obscurelyvague 2 года назад

"citysoughstandard" I envy you. Cortisone did not help as much for me though I may need more shots .

@citysouthstandlad 2 года назад

@@obscurelyvague Sorry to hear but good luck bro i hope you find a solution

@Jvzz_ 4 года назад

my doctor gave me the cortisone shot without any anesthesia, i was in an incredible amount of pain today

@gooseneck7019 3 года назад

How does ur knee feel now

@quarantinebuy5844 3 года назад

Weak, I did it and went back to work

@17jules26 6 лет назад

My right knee is killing me just in a matter of two weeks the pain came on suddenly and hasn't stopped as long as I'm walking or standing I'm good to go,it's when I drive and get out the car I have to hop first press the knee then go about my day. Sitting for long periods of time I rather stand so I don't have to keep repeating the process. I'm going to the Doctor tomorrow.

@DrDavidGeier 6 лет назад

I hope it gets better.

@itskimle 5 лет назад

What did your doctor eventually say?

@HaVoK7o9 5 лет назад

@@DrDavidGeier i had cortisone shot two weeks or more pain is worse cant walk on right leg

@TheOnlyGravityGaming 2 года назад

Hi doctor, I has Slap tear surgery to repair it and now 3 months post op I have develope forzen shoulder and limited ROM. Would a cortisone shot be beneficial in my case ? Thanks

@DrDavidGeier 2 года назад

I’m sorry, but I can’t legally answer medical questions and offer medical advice online. I have created thousands of articles and videos that discuss almost any musculoskeletal injury that should help you.

@mariagarza7612 3 года назад

I also have osteoporosis on my lower spine. Taking meds for it. At that time, unbeknownst to me I had -15 Vitamin D deficiency. Was taken care of and I continue to take my vitamin D supplement daily from 50000 IU weekly to 1000 daily now. Don't know if this is a positive factor on my knee issue.

@matts1451 2 года назад

This may sound out of line but have you asked your dr about a nutritionist? Some times certain foods rich in one nutrient or vitamin can also depleat one. Wish you well

@mariagarza7612 2 года назад

@@matts1451 thank you.

@Jvzz_ 4 года назад

i have hoffa's disease, i got a cortisone injection in my knee at 18

@trafficjon400 4 года назад

why some seem to do fine with it many suffer in with worse damage and pain. Why many would like to find out.

@bebethebrusher 5 лет назад

I did my first today and it fells okay bit ill see in a week i guse i have a alc tear and i have been doin physical therapy and i have imflamation on my knee

@trafficjon400 5 лет назад

how you feeling now after 3 weeks

@taradead 6 лет назад

I had a cortisone shot last year because no one could figure out what was wrong with my knee (had x-rays, MRIs, bone scan, etc). The shot did absolutely nothing for my pain...so I got all the negative effects and zero positive. I later decided to try a diagnostic scope, which found a torn meniscus flap and a medium defect in my femoral cartilage. The surgery actually made my knee much worse - now the edge of the resected meniscus scrapes against the femur defect (stabbing pain every time I turn). I had 2 months of physical therapy right after the procedure, which worsened the pain even more. 7 months after the scope, I can barely walk and am getting pretty severe muscle atrophy. Stupid ortho doesn't know what to do.

@valerie121588 6 лет назад

taradead was

@Datacorrupter234 5 лет назад

im sorry. unfortunatly they dont tell you what is actually occuring within the injection site and what cortizone actually does to you tissues. hopefully you can adapt and overcome from this

@jubelleiisabater1136 5 лет назад

Try prolozone

@carlorocky 4 года назад

I think we share the same ortho.

@Gambit42069 3 года назад

I am at the point that my Dr wants to do the shot, but I'm in the exact same boat... Xrays and mri so far and nobody can find anything... I have severe anxiety when it comes to injection needles... I'm absolutely terrified of doing this, and most certainly do NOT want to, but idk what else to do... I can barely walk and I can't walk at all with no pain... This is hell... I'm only 37... I shouldn't be going through this crap at such a young age

@rogereich5444 2 года назад

Can cortisone shots in knees cause calf and foot cramps? Roger

@DrDavidGeier 2 года назад

@dianegalemmo2324 4 года назад

Has anyone had a cortisone shot with a meniscus tear. How did you react to it?

@toddshaw2554 3 года назад

Just had one done today. Ive had them before . My recommendation is that if your not having surgery and you are going the physical therapy route or rehab try to get as much done as you can. In the past I have had the shot and felt good so I thought I was fixed. Well it will wear off. I was right back to hurting again. After the injection take advantage of it feeling good to lose weight and strengthen your quad muscles. Then when it wears off you might be in better shape and less pain than before . IMO

@debras5994 3 года назад

Had cortisone shot Tuesday,,felt like I was stepping on glass today,, knee swole and helps,,,what should I do ,,go to er or call orthopedic

@happyliving5626 3 года назад

I have a knee pain should I get a cortisone shot.

@janethowley7649 2 года назад

i had a cortisone injection in my knee recently. 2 hours later i was in terrific pain it was if a bolt of lightening hit me. i couldnt walk as in excruiaciting ain and screaming . had to sit for hours in terrific pain could not even get up for a drink . then my face inflamed and went red from chest u neck to cheek. leg not painful now but im taking antihistamine regulary as still a bit puffy and burning up. no support to hep with this . i have had 3 anaphalaxis this year . im not saying this was one but certainly triggered a reaction and concerned next tie could trigger even worse more quickly. why would this happen?

@DrDavidGeier 2 года назад

@MeetNYC-wc7uj Год назад

My Dr talked me out of cortisone shots and ... recommended MONOVISC. .. strange??? I am 86. I feel uncomfortable his decision. Wouldn't you?

@joshvanvugt770 4 года назад

I am 78 yrs. young. I self inject in my thigh, testosterone, will this conflict with cortisone injection in my knees Please advise Josh

@carlorocky 4 года назад

That’s a very good question. I too take trt and was wondering the same.

@saeeda3008 2 года назад

Thank u

@MrPercussionPete 7 месяцев назад

Hi Dr. Geier, I recently got a cortisone shot in my knee, but there's no improvement, same pain. It concerns my left knee, more specifically the right side of my left knee. That's where the pain comes from. I told the doctor before he started the procedure and pointed my finger to the pain location, because he was about to insert the needle into the left side of my knee. All he said was: Yeah, that's the meniscus.... And then he administered the injection, without having any result at all so far. Was he right to inject on the left, or should he have listened to me and injected on the right side, as I suggested to him ?

@DrDavidGeier 7 месяцев назад

As long as the injection gets into the knee, which going in at the outside (lateral) side of the knee should, then the medication will move throughout the patient's knee.

@MrPercussionPete 7 месяцев назад

Thank you doctor Geier, really appreciate it.@@DrDavidGeier

@shirleyandreas7480 2 года назад

Last one didn't work on me

@mrsoli9768 4 года назад

I just got the shot i feel better

@anthonyepperson7868 2 года назад

I had a shot in both knees years ago. And I had a bad reaction. Couldn't walk for almost a week. Fast-forward 7 years later. I'm thinking about trying again after hearing that I could have POSSIBLY had someone administer it wrong. So... I'm going to speak to the doc about it.

@GirlofNicky 2 года назад

Get allergy tested first for polysorbate allergies. I am allergic to PEG which a lot of medications are mixxed in. There are a lot of related substances too & I had intense swelling and pain afterwards for days.

@anthonyepperson7868 2 года назад

@@GirlofNicky wow... I never thought anyone would reply. Thank you! I'll check that out. My reaction was the same as yours. I had never had my knees swell before. But the day after the shot. They swell up so much. Had to take 2 weeks off work because I couldn't walk. And the initial pain before the shot never subsided.... Even just a little bit. Thank you!

@helenhamorski9121 11 месяцев назад

We really need to do exercises 4 our knee pain. Great podcast by Dr Adam Story "Th best knee excercise for arthritis"

@nylevecampbell1601 6 лет назад

Just had one today my third one in 6 months two in both of my foot and one my knee I had swelling for 6 weeks and now main Ortho Dr. Is worried it's something else. She walked me through it and I was okay with it. I have pt and a J brace from Donjay braces. I have a torn PCL right now is there a surgery for PCL if so how come my Dr was against it it was partically torn, dose PCL heal on itself?

@karlahernandez7607 3 года назад

I’m scheduled this week to get this done in both knees. At this point I’ll take the risk of any side effects than dealing with the constant pain if that means my legs will feel normal again...

@shashamarie4760 2 года назад

I feel you, girl. I'm going Friday. In so much pain. I just got done crying. How did it go?

@jamescoyle7819 2 года назад

Got mine did 2 days ago feels OK

@dianestahr4421 2 года назад

Was allergic to cortisone. Got face flush for a couple of days.

@brucevongunten8507 2 года назад

I’ve got the shot/2020 it worked great

@lizziebugby844 6 лет назад

My doctor did not do the numbing meds it kinda hurt.

@cwb0051 5 лет назад

me too, just had shot today..it did hurt, but only for a few seconds, Thank God..

@itskimle 5 лет назад

They didn't inject the numbing med 1st?

@SaraRangel 7 лет назад

Hello Dr! Thank you for the video. I have a question, hopefully you can answer. I am 35 years old. I had a fall in January 2016, I had recurrent swelling, pain. My Ortho MD aspirated fluid several times, gave me Orthovisc injection series. It helped me for about 2 months. And everything came back again. 6 months ago I had right knee arthroscopy with partial menisectomy. I have been to PT several times. But my knee isn't just like it used to be, I know it will take more time to heal, but it still hurts for me to drive long distances, going down or up stairs, can't squat or do any lunges. What would you recommend in my case? I have bilateral knee arthritis (I was morbidly obese for years & had RNY in 2011) and my doctor says it could be the arthritis bothering me but I know how my knees were before the injury and I know it's not coming from the arthritis. Thank you!

@DrDavidGeier 7 лет назад

+Sara Rangel I wish I could give you more specific advice, but it's hard without being able to examine you or look at your x-rays or scope pictures. I'd defer to your surgeon who has seen all of those studies. I hope it gets better!

@franyfarias5116 6 лет назад

I'my having exactly the same issue I'm 57 yrs old but my Dr has given me 3 cortisone injections already from Feb thru today and I asked him if it was safe to have 3 cortisone injections in injected in a short time he said yea I'm going to give you this one together with the gel injection if this doesn't work we have to do total knee surgery

@banjopickinchic 3 года назад

I had the shot in both my knees and later when I was home at night my right knee started with the most excruciating pain I’ve ever felt in my life and I’ve had 3 c sections. My husband had to call the ambulance and they gave me ketamine because I was literally freaking out in pain. Never again in my knees!

@ashlieaguilar8596 3 года назад

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@traveldazzle9161 3 года назад

Same here, today, after a couple hours, I’m getting excruciating pain in the right knee that I had the arthritis in. No problem from the left knee. I can barely walk.

@HashimBeny 7 лет назад

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@msmarybeth65 7 лет назад

I have had many cortisone shots in my knees, just had one on Tuesday and they work for a short time. I have also had Cinvist and Monovicst all with some relief. I also had meniscus surgery which again helped for a short time. My concern is these shots I had Tuesday were from the same Doctor I have been seeing through all of this. That night I had a horrible headache to where I had to sit in the dark with a cold pack on my forehead. I was also very dizzy and weak, I laid down and after sleeping it was almost worse and I had to stay home from work the next day. The odd part is my knees felt good. Could this be from the shots? I did call my Doctor and he did tell me to rest and ice it.