Shoulder Pain Treatment
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Shoulder Pain Relief Made Simple
Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting people of all ages. It can result from sports injuries, arthritis, rotator cuff tears, impingement, frozen shoulder, or simple wear and tear over time. For many patients, shoulder pain interferes with daily activities such as lifting, reaching, sleeping, or exercising.
When medication, physiotherapy, and lifestyle changes do not provide adequate relief, shoulder pain injections offer a safe, effective, and minimally invasive solution. At our clinic, consultant orthopaedic surgeons provide a range of advanced shoulder injections for pain to reduce inflammation, restore function, and help patients return to an active life.
Why Choose Shoulder Pain Injections?
Unlike oral painkillers that affect the whole body, pain injections for shoulder deliver medication directly into the affected joint, tendon, or muscle. This targeted approach provides faster relief with fewer side effects.
Benefits include:
- Rapid reduction in pain and stiffness
- Improved shoulder mobility and function
- Relief lasting weeks to months, depending on injection type
- Ability to delay or avoid surgery in many cases
For patients with chronic or severe shoulder pain, injections can be an important step in a comprehensive treatment plan.
Types of Shoulder Pain Injections We Offer
There are several types of injections for shoulder pain, each tailored to the underlying cause and severity of symptoms.
Corticosteroid Injections
- Also known as cortisone injections for shoulder pain
- Reduce inflammation in conditions such as bursitis, impingement, or arthritis
- Provide weeks to months of relief
- Possible mild side effects include temporary pain increase (known as “steroid flare”), skin thinning, or infection risk
We also offer private cortisone injections for patients seeking rapid access
Stem Cell & Regenerative Injections
- Stem cell injections for shoulder pain are being explored for tendon repair and advanced arthritis
- Still considered emerging treatments, but offered in select cases
Other Specialised Injections
- Peptide injections for shoulder pain (experimental)
- Ozone injections for shoulder pain (alternative therapy)
- Epidural injections for neck and shoulder pain in nerve-related cases
Trigger Point Injections
- Used for muscle knots or spasms causing referred pain into the shoulder and neck
- Local anaesthetic or anti-inflammatory medication is injected into the trigger point
- Particularly useful for patients with tension-related shoulder pain
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
- Uses a sample of the patient’s own blood, concentrated with healing platelets
- Stimulates natural repair in tendon injuries or partial rotator cuff tears
- A non-steroid option for patients who cannot or prefer not to have cortisone
Botox Injections for Shoulder Pain
- In some cases, Botox injections for neck and shoulder pain are used to reduce spasm and improve movement
- Can be particularly beneficial in patients with nerve-related shoulder pain
Hyaluronic Acid & Gel Injections
- Often called gel injections for shoulder pain or “lubricant injections”
- Improve cushioning and reduce friction in arthritic joints
- May be an alternative for patients unsuitable for steroids
Other Specialised Injections
- Peptide injections for shoulder pain (experimental)
- Ozone injections for shoulder pain (alternative therapy)
- Epidural injections for neck and shoulder pain in nerve-related cases
Why Droitwich Knee Clinic?
Located in the heart of the Bromsgrove town, 20 minutes from Birmingham and Worcester, the DKC is a state-of-the-art diagnostic orthopaedic center which is striving towards its commitment to provide comprehensive health care services to the residents.
The knee clinic has been around since 1988 and we have developed our own pathways to treat knee and shoulder issues.
With a professional clinical team working closely together under one roof, you can be assured of good communication and to be treated quickly and efficiently during the early consultation stage right through to after-care.
Conditions Shoulder Injections Can Help
Shoulder pain injections are effective in treating a variety of conditions, including:
- Rotator cuff-related pain and tendonitis
- Subacromial bursitis and impingement syndrome
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Osteoarthritis of the shoulder joint or AC joint
- Post-injury or post-surgical inflammation
- Nerve-related pain radiating from the neck to the shoulder
Safety, Risks, and Side Effects
Shoulder injections are generally very safe when performed by experienced consultants. Common side effects include:
- Mild discomfort or bruising at the injection site
- Temporary worsening of pain (“steroid flare”)
- Very small risk of infection
Cortisone injections for shoulder pain side effects are rare when used correctly. To ensure safety:
- We limit frequency to avoid tissue damage (usually no more than 3 injections per year per joint)
- All injections are performed under sterile conditions
- Ultrasound guidance may be used for precision
For patients seeking alternatives, we also provide non steroid injections for shoulder pain such as PRP or hyaluronic acid.
When Surgery Might Be Needed
While injections in shoulder for pain can provide long-lasting relief, some patients may eventually require surgical intervention if:
- Pain persists despite repeated injections and physiotherapy
- There is a complete rotator cuff tear
- Severe arthritis has damaged the joint beyond repair
In such cases, we offer a full discussion of surgical options, supported by MRI or ultrasound scans.
Post-Injection Care and Recovery
After your injection:
- Rest the shoulder for 24–48 hours
- Apply ice packs to reduce soreness
- Resume gentle physiotherapy exercises as advised
- Avoid strenuous activity for a few days
Most patients notice improvement within a few days, although PRP and regenerative injections may take longer to show results.
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FAQs
Steroid, PRP, gel (hyaluronic acid), trigger point, and regenerative injections are the most common.
Yes, they provide fast and effective relief from inflammation, especially in bursitis, arthritis, and impingement.
This temporary increase, known as a “steroid flare,” usually settles within 24–48 hours.
They reduce inflammation, decrease swelling, and improve mobility.
Relief may last weeks to months; repeated or alternative injections may be needed for chronic cases.
Yes – PRP, hyaluronic acid, Botox, and regenerative options are available.
Yes, when performed by experienced specialists under sterile conditions.