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hip injection

ruthbe — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:25:52 GMT

I have arthritis in my left hip. I am seeing my orthopedist in a follow-up appointment next week. He will be doint an injection into my hip joint I believe.

I have had pain in the joint since March.

I have tried physical therapy, exercises at home , and acupuncture. And over the counter medication.

I was wondering if anyone has had hip injections?? I have never had one before

I am pretty good with handling pain. Previously getting injections in shoulder and elbow.

Also any other suggestions.

Thanks so very much

Re: hip injection

wagirl — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:17:49 GMT

No, I've not had a hip injection--but did have one in my shoulder and it was not awful--got little pre- shot of numbing first and then the real thing----all was fine afterwards maybe just a little sore but it so helped that painful shoulder---you could youtube that procedure if you want to see it done. good luck!!

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depglass — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:24:21 GMT

I had hip injections for just over a year. Realizing this couldn't go on forever, (I did have a pronounced limp) I opted for the suggested surgery. The results weren't immediate, but the pain gradually got better. Procedure was called a trochanteric bursectomy.

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ruthbe — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:41:58 GMT

thank you both

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moonandthestars — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 15:28:09 GMT

@ruthbewhat sort of injection you were thinking of for your hip?

Also, wondering, have you tried cold laser treatments? Sometimes that alone or mixed with acupuncture can be very effective. Keep in mind not all acupuncturists are created equal. Maybe try someone new?

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cookie16 — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 15:38:37 GMT

I had 2 cortisone injections done for my hip pain. Sorry to say, they did nothing for me. Pain may have gotten a little better but soon it was back. I did have a posterior hip replacement after that, best decision. I previously had cortisone injections for heel spurs and ganglion cyst on top of foot where laces tie. The shots did work for them. Good luck with your injections in your hip.

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ruthbe — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:28:32 GMT

I have not heard of the cold laser treatments..I will look into that.

Regarding the acupuncture. I have been going to where my insurance will pay. I will consider others...thanks for your help.

thanks to all of you. I really appreciate all of you!!

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Pixie66 — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 17:44:45 GMT

I have arthritis in my hip and had a cortisone injection in August. It was done at my hospital with a Dr., intern and technician. All wonderful. They gave me a numbing shot first and then the injection. An ultrasound/monitor was used to ensure the right spot was injected. All in all the procedure was less than 10 minutes. I felt wonderful afterwards and was in minimal pain. I had some bruising afterwards but nothing substantial.

I was hopeful for a few months of relief but sadly, the relief lasted only a couple of weeks. But the first week was wonderful, practically no pain. For some, the relief can last up to 6 months.

I'm scheduled for surgery in February, anterior hip replacement (less invasive than posterior)...just know that if you do get an injection you cannot have surgery for at least 3 months after. My dr was booking out 6 months when I first went to see him.

Good luck, it was totally worth it for the short amount of relief I had, I just wish it lasted longer...

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Boomernichols — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 21:37:37 GMT

@ruthbe My ortho doctor put what is called a large joint injection into my hip. He numbed it with a spray novacaine and leaves you laying there for a few minutes then does the steroid into the hip. My husband looked like he was going to hit the floor but I handled it with style. We followed up with physical therapy but yet the pain remains. Bursistis and this cold snap go hand in hand for me!

GOOD LUCK!!!

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ruthbe — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 11:59:18 GMT

thanks to everyone for replys...

Re: hip injection

Tinkrbl44 — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 17:46:16 GMT

@moonandthestars wrote:
@ruthbe

what sort of injection you were thinking of for your hip?

Also, wondering, have you tried cold laser treatments? Sometimes that alone or mixed with acupuncture can be very effective. Keep in mind not all acupuncturists are created equal. Maybe try someone new?

@moonandthestars @ruthbe

I was wondering the same thing .... cortisone shot? Some other steroid shot?

Hard to give useful feedback unless we know what "injection" is being considered.

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moonandthestars — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:42:28 GMT

@ruthbe Definitely look into the cold laser. It's such an easy non-invasive treatment - it's really nothing/feels like nothing - not scary at all. It's definitely worth a try to see if it might be effective for you. A lot of different practitioners offer it: some dr's, some physical therapy offices, some chiropractic offices, some pain management places, etc. They even use it for veterinary care. I've tried it! My kitty had cold laser treatments too! fyi, for him it was best when combined with accupuncture. For me, I just had the laser treatments and was good for me.

I checked online to jog my memory re: injections for arthritis and pain, and to see what's new, and I came up with this information .... just food for thought ... I don't have first hand experience with any of these

Cortisone injections
Hyaluronic acid injections
PRP or platelet-rich plasma injections
Combined PRP and hyaluronic acid injections
Botox injections
Stem cell injections from a patient’s bone marrow aspirate
Prolotherapy injections of dextrose.

I also see something called deep tissue robotic laser therapy.

@Tinkrbl44

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ruthbe — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 13:12:01 GMT

thanks for all of your help...I wasn't aware there were so many different types of injections...I guess I was only thinking of steroid injections.. My appointment isn't until next week. I will do a lot of research this weekend...I'm sure I will have a lot of questions.

I think that is a good reson why this forum is good...opens your mind...for asking more questions...when talking to your doctor. so you can make a more informed decision.

thank you.

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Lilysmom1 — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 08:47:49 GMT

@ruthbe I get cortisone shots in my hip about three times a year for bursitis. Works for me.

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patbz — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 17:57:12 GMT

DH had an epidural steroid injection in his hip earlier this week. He said it really helped but he'll need to have it about every 3 months.