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Joint Pain Injections

Joint injections at Hillside Primary Care place medicine directly into a painful joint during a short outpatient visit. Our experienced providers and physicians offer corticosteroid joint injections for joint pain from arthritis and other conditions, order an X-ray or other imaging of the joint beforehand if indicated, and explain what to expect before you decide.
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Joint Injections at a Glance

Joint injections are a non-surgical option for joint pain from arthritis or injury. Hillside Primary Care offers corticosteroid joint injections performed by experienced providers and physicians; we usually order an X-ray or other joint imaging beforehand for evaluation. Your provider examines the joint, explains how the injection works and what current guidelines say, and discusses whether it fits your condition.
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      What Are Joint Injections Used For?

      Joint injections deliver medicine into or around a joint to help with pain and inflammation. They are a non-surgical option for chronic joint pain caused by arthritis or injury and are administered during an outpatient visit.
      Conditions our providers may treat with joint injections include:
      • Osteoarthritis
      • Rheumatoid arthritis
      • Psoriatic arthritis
      • Gout
      • Tendonitis
      • Bursitis
      • Joint pain from injury or repeated stress

      Which Joints Can Be Treated

      Injections can be given in knees, shoulders, hips, elbows, and the small joints of the feet. A numbing-medicine injection can also help your provider identify which joint or structure is causing your pain.

      Signs You May Be a Candidate for Joint Injections

      Consider scheduling a visit to talk about joint injections if any of these apply to you:
      • Joint pain that has lasted for weeks or months
      • Pain or stiffness that makes walking, climbing stairs, or daily tasks harder
      • A diagnosis of arthritis, bursitis, or tendonitis
      • Pain that has not improved enough with other care, such as rest, exercise, or over-the-counter pain medicine
      • Swelling or warmth in a joint
      Your provider examines you first and decides whether an injection makes sense. An injection is not right for everyone.

      Corticosteroid Joint Injections at Hillside Primary Care

      Hillside Primary Care offers corticosteroid joint injections. A corticosteroid is a medicine that reduces inflammation. They’re usually given with a numbing medicine. Relief varies from person to person, and your provider explains what to expect.

      What the 2026 Osteoarthritis Guideline Says

      The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) released an updated osteoarthritis guideline in 2026. It strongly recommends corticosteroid injections into the joint for people with knee and hip osteoarthritis, and conditionally recommends them for people with hand osteoarthritis.
      Source note on page: American College of Rheumatology, 2026 Osteoarthritis Guideline summary.
      The guideline covers osteoarthritis only. It does not address bursitis, tendonitis, or other conditions, and it describes general recommendations, not a decision for any one person. Your provider will discuss what the evidence says and whether an injection fits your situation.

      What to Expect During a Joint Injection Visit

      A joint injection visit usually follows these steps:
      • Evaluation and X-ray: your provider examines the joint and orders an X-ray of the joint before your injection
      • Preparation: your provider cleans the skin over the joint and may use a local anesthetic to numb the area
      • Injection: the corticosteroid is injected into or around the joint
      • Same-day visit: the injection is done on an outpatient basis, so you go home the same day
      • Procedure duration: The joint injection procedure is quick, taking approximately 15 minutes.
      • Aftercare: your provider gives you instructions, which often include resting the joint for a day or two and avoiding strenuous activity
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      Risks of Joint Injections and What to Tell Your Provider

      MedlinePlus, from the National Library of Medicine, says joint injection risks are rare but may include infection, bleeding in the joint, and an allergic reaction to the medicine. Bruising, swelling, and skin irritation can also happen.
      Corticosteroids can also raise blood sugar. The Arthritis Foundation says repeated corticosteroid injections into a joint can increase cartilage loss, so your provider decides how often injections make sense for you.
      Before your injection, tell your provider about:
      • Your health problems, including diabetes
      • Any allergies
      • All medicines you take, including over-the-counter products and supplements
      • Any blood thinners, such as aspirin or warfarin
      Good to know: Call our office if you notice increasing redness, warmth, or swelling at the injection site, or a fever, after your visit. Call 911 for trouble breathing or swelling of the face or throat.
      If you have diabetes, our Diabetes Evaluation and Management service can help you manage your blood sugar. If weight is part of your care plan, ask about our Medical Weight Loss service.

      Are Joint Injections Covered by Insurance?

      Hillside Primary Care accepts most insurance plans. Coverage for joint injections depends on your plan, so check your benefits or call us before your visit.
      Prefer to pay out of pocket, or don’t have coverage that includes this visit? Self-pay charges are listed on our self-pay pricing page.
      See the insurance plans Hillside Primary Care accepts
      View our self-pay pricing

      Why Choose Hillside Primary Care for Joint Injections

      Your joint injection is performed by experienced Hillside Primary Care providers and physicians, part of a broader primary care team of 40+ providers across 18 Texas locations. Learn about our providers and what to expect.
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      Annual Wellness Visits Available at Every Hillside Primary Care Location

      Every Hillside Primary Care location offers Annual Wellness Visits. Find the clinic nearest you and book directly from its location page.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      What conditions can joint injections help with?
      Joint injections treat pain and inflammation from conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, tendonitis, and bursitis. Whether an injection is right for you depends on your diagnosis, and your provider will explain your options.
      Most people feel some discomfort, not severe pain. A local anesthetic can be used to numb the area, so tell your provider if needles make you nervous.
      We administer joint injections for knees, shoulders, hips, and elbows. For foot joint pain, our specialized podiatrist performs injections in-house. Please note that we do not perform hand joint injections; patients experiencing hand joint pain are referred out to a hand specialist.
      Your provider will order an X-ray of the joint prior to your injection. Please note that our $100 self-pay rate covers the corticosteroid joint injection service only. Pre-procedure X-rays are performed at an outside imaging facility, so billing for X-ray services is handled separately and is not managed by Hillside Primary Care.
      The joint injection procedure is quick, taking approximately 15 minutes. The injection is performed on an outpatient basis, so you can return home the same day. Your provider will give you aftercare instructions before you leave.
      It depends on the joint and your health. The Arthritis Foundation says repeated corticosteroid injections into a joint can increase cartilage loss, so your provider decides how often injections are right for you.
      Joint injections are widely considered safe and effective for temporary pain relief. While serious complications are rare, potential risks include temporary localized soreness, minor swelling, or a temporary rise in blood sugar levels. Your provider will review your medical history and discuss post-care guidelines to minimize any potential risks.
      No. Hillside Primary Care offers corticosteroid joint injections. We do not offer platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or hyaluronic acid injections.

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