Hip Joint Injections in Louisiana
A hip joint injection delivers medicine directly into your hip joint to treat pain and inflammation. It can also help pinpoint the source of your pain. At LA Pain Doctor, we perform image-guided hip joint injections for patients in Metairie, LaPlace, Harvey, Hammond, and Lutcher, LA.
Request an AppointmentWhy Hip Joint Injections Are Used
Hip pain can come from the joint itself, the surrounding tendons and bursa, the sacroiliac joint, or nerves in the lower back. A hip joint injection serves two purposes. First, it relieves inflammation inside the joint. Second, the numbing medicine acts as a diagnostic tool. If your pain improves right after the injection, it confirms the hip joint is a key source of your pain, which helps guide the rest of your treatment.
Conditions a Hip Injection Can Help
- Osteoarthritis of the Hip
- Inflammatory arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis
- Hip labral irritation and cartilage wear
- Chronic Joint Pain limiting walking and daily activity
- Hip pain from old injuries or sports wear and tear
What to Expect During the Procedure
You will lie comfortably on your back while your provider cleans and numbs the skin over the front of the hip. Using fluoroscopy or ultrasound guidance, a thin needle is guided precisely into the joint, and contrast dye confirms correct placement. A mixture of local anesthetic and corticosteroid is then injected. The entire procedure usually takes 10 to 20 minutes.
You may be asked to walk around or perform movements that normally cause pain so we can measure how much relief the numbing medicine provides. The steroid usually begins working within a few days, and relief can last for weeks or months.
Aftercare and Next Steps
Most patients return to normal activities within a day. Mild soreness at the injection site is common and usually fades quickly. Many patients use the period of relief to begin physical therapy and strengthening exercises that support the joint long term.
If your pain is coming from somewhere else, your provider may recommend a sacroiliac joint injection, lumbar epidural steroid injections, or prolotherapy. Explore all of our hip pain treatment options or read about living with osteoarthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hip Joint Injection
How long does a hip joint injection last?
Relief usually lasts several weeks to several months. Results depend on the cause and severity of your hip pain.
Does a hip joint injection hurt?
The skin is numbed first, and most patients feel only pressure. Image guidance helps make the procedure quick and accurate.
How soon will I feel better?
The numbing medicine may provide immediate relief, and the steroid typically starts working within two to five days.
Can a hip injection tell where my pain is coming from?
Yes. If the numbing medicine relieves your pain, it confirms the hip joint is a main source, which helps guide future treatment.
How many hip injections can I have?
Most patients can safely receive a limited number of steroid injections each year. Your provider will create a schedule that is right for you.
Can I drive after a hip injection?
Many patients can drive, but some feel temporary leg numbness. We recommend bringing a driver to your appointment.
Where can I get a hip joint injection?
LA Pain Doctor offers hip joint injections at our offices in Metairie, LaPlace, Harvey, Hammond, and Lutcher, LA. Call (504) 229-4866 - Metairie Office , (504) 229-4866 - Laplace Office , (504) 229-4866 - Harvey Office , (504) 229-4866 - Hammond Office or (504) 229-4866 - Lutcher Office to schedule.
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