Joint Injections for Pain Relief in North Wales by Dr Amir Azam, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Joint pain from arthritis, injury, or overuse can limit your daily life. Joint injections are a minimally invasive way to reduce pain, improve movement, and delay or avoid surgery. As a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (MBBS, MS Orth, MRCS, FRCS Orth) in North Wales, I offer a full range of joint injection therapies tailored to your needs.
Why Consider Joint Injections?
Joint injections can:
- Reduce inflammation.
- Provide rapid pain relief.
- Improve range of motion.
- Allow you to continue physiotherapy and exercise.
- Delay the need for joint replacement surgery.
They’re commonly used for knees, hips, shoulders, ankles, and small joints.
Types of Joint Injections We Offer
- Corticosteroid Injections: Reduce inflammation and pain.
- Hyaluronic Acid Injections (“viscosupplementation”): Improve lubrication in arthritic joints.
- Diagnostic Injections: Help confirm the source of pain before surgery.
All injections are performed under sterile conditions, sometimes with image guidance for precision.
Who May Benefit From Joint Injections?
- Patients with osteoarthritis or early arthritis.
- Inflammatory conditions like bursitis or tendinitis.
- People not yet ready for surgery but needing pain relief.
Benefits of Expert-Administered Joint Injections
- Consultant-led service.
- Evidence-based therapies.
- Personalised treatment plans.
- Quick procedure, often done in clinic settings.
Our Approach in North Wales
Our clinic combines advanced imaging and UK-approved injectable therapies to provide the highest standard of care. We’ll discuss your goals, explain the risks and benefits, and guide you on aftercare for the best outcome.
What to Expect During and After the Injection
- The procedure takes just a few minutes.
- Local anaesthetic is used for comfort.
- Most patients resume normal activity the same day.
- Full effects develop over days to weeks depending on the injection type.
FAQs: Joint Injections
Q1: Do joint injections hurt?
There may be mild discomfort, but local anaesthetic and small needles minimise pain.
Q2: How long do joint injections last?
Relief can last from weeks to several months depending on the condition and type of injection.
Q3: Are joint injections safe?
Yes, when done by a qualified orthopaedic surgeon under sterile conditions. Risks are minimal.
Q4: Can I have multiple injections in the same joint?
Yes, but frequency depends on the type of injection and your medical condition. We’ll advise individually.
Hi, I am a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in North Wales, United Kingdom.
I help people regain their mobility and live pain-free lives through advanced hip and knee surgery. As a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, I specialize in hip replacement, knee replacement, and revision surgery (re-do surgery for failed hip and knee replacements), offering both NHS (National Health Service) and private practice expertise.
I am also registered with leading private medical insurers, including AXA Health, BUPA, Vitality Health, WPA, Aviva, Cigna, Allianz Partners, and Healix Health Services Ltd, enabling seamless access to private orthopaedic care for insured patients.
For appointments or any other enquiries, please email secretary@dramirazam.com.
Dr Amir Azam
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
MBBS, MS (Orth), MRCS, FRCS (Orth)
