Cortisone Shots

Get rapid relief from musculoskeletal pain and reduce inflammation

Broadmead Physiotherapy is trusted by over 12,000 patients in Victoria, BC We direct bill extended health insurance plans. No referral needed.

What are Cortisone Shots?

Corticosteroids (also commonly called “cortisone” or “steroids”) are pharmaceuticals that closely resemble cortisol, a hormone produced by our body that can temporarily reduce the immune system’s activity and decrease inflammation.

A cortisone shot is an injection of a medication that can relieve musculoskeletal pain and reduce inflammation and swelling. Cortisone shots are generally used to treat pain, swelling and inflammation in a joint, tendon, or bursa. 

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Are Cortisone Shots Dangerous?

Contrary to the belief that cortisone is dangerous, it can actually be extremely helpful to relieve pain and restore function to help patients continue to work toward their treatment plan goals and allow them to move forward with their recovery.

To ensure safety and efficacy all corticosteroid injections are used judiciously and will be performed under ultrasound-guidance.

CONDITIONS TREATED WITH CORTISONE SHOTS

Cortisone shots are generally used to treat pain, swelling and inflammation in a joint, tendon, or bursa. Here are some more common conditions that cortisone shots can treat…

  • Osteoarthritis (in the shoulder, wrist, hip, knee, hands/feet and more)
  • Inflammatory arthritis (such as gout, rheumatoid arthritis)
  • Bursitis (in areas including shoulder, hip, knee and more)
  • Tendinopathies (including elbow or hip tendonitis, tenosynovitis and trigger finger)

YOUR VICTORIA CORTISONE SHOT TEAM

Dr. MJ Atkins

BscH, ND

IT’S TIME TO FEEL GOOD AGAIN…

It’s super frustrating when you are constantly aware of discomfort in your body and not feeling like yourself.

The good news is that Cortisone shots could help!

Make an appointment today and get relief.

OUR PATIENTS ❤️ US

Jenn Garandza
Jenn Garandza
02:31 15 Nov 24
Matt Rose is a very professional physiotherapist who can diagnosis the problem and resolve my issues with multiple treatments. I highly recommend Matt Rose at Broadmead Physiotherapyread more
John Longbottom
John Longbottom
05:35 19 Oct 24
Dr. Atkins provided a very positive experience regarding a procedure that I have never had before. He explained the process thoroughly and demonstrated results at each step. I am confident that the intervention will make a difference to my recovery.read more
Mike Piechnik
Mike Piechnik
22:38 03 Oct 24
Paul McIntyre has been my physiotherapist for 5 different surgeries now. I completely trust him with my physiotherapy and care . He’s gotten me back to full strength with a complete set of exercises and strength training protocols. He’s very competent and I’ve benefited greatly under his care. I highly recommend him. Book him early before your surgery!!!read more
Fei han
Fei han
03:32 24 Jul 24
Hands down on my best Physio experience. Fixed many long lasting problems here with very few visits, especially with Matt, bro was able to loosen my shoulders like they’ve never been relaxed my entire life. I kept moving them around after the session for the rest of the day because I have not felt them move like this for a very long time.read more
Laura Briggs
Laura Briggs
19:15 06 Mar 24
I am so glad that I started seeing Mary at this clinic. Prior to beginning treatment here I had pain between my neck and shoulder for over three years. I had seen several other medical practitioners for this specific issue with minimal success. I experienced immense pain relief after my first treatment with Mary. I have only good things to say about this place.read more
Christina Craft
Christina Craft
20:11 03 Dec 23
Seriously... getting treatment from Mary Wong Colebrook felt like a miracle. I've had physio, massage, naturopathy, accupuncture, you name it, from many awesome practitioners for various issues over the years and can honestly say I had hands down the best treatment I've ever had. Mary identified the issue almost within seconds and the treatment plan had me go from barely able to walk to being back in motion again in no time at all. Customer service is slso excellent here ... great front desk staff!read more