Do I need an X-ray before my ultrasound-guided cortisone injection?
The article discusses whether there is a need for an X-ray before having an ultrasound-guided cortisone injection.
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Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
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Treatment for Baker's Cyst: A Comprehensive Guide
Explore the advantages of ultrasound-guided aspiration as a Treatment for Baker's cyst. Opt for a safer, more efficient approach.
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Arthrosamid Injection Cost in the UK
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Hyaluronic acid injections
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance within our bodies/joints. It is increasingly recognised as an effective treatment option.
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Platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) injections in the knee
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Pain on the outer side of the knee, what are the causes?
Many structures cross the outer aspect of the knee (also called the lateral aspect of the knee). These include ligaments, tendons,...
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- Feb 12, 2023
Pain at the front of the knee, what are the causes?
What are the causes of pain at the front of the knee? Pain at the front of the knee is not uncommon, particularly in active people. Pain...
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- Feb 12, 2023
Pain at the inside of the knee, what are the causes?
Pain at the inner aspect of the knee (also referred to as medial knee pain) can be the result of a variety of conditions. It can happen...
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- Feb 12, 2023
Intra-articular Durolane injections for osteoarthritis
What is intra-articular (joint) Durolane injection? Durolane is a purified form of Hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a substance...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Feb 11, 2023
What is a Knee MRI examination?
What is an MRI scan? An MRI examination is a special machine (big magnet) that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Feb 11, 2023
What is a knee ultrasound scan?
What is an ultrasound? Ultrasound is high-frequency sound waves produced by a special machine. They can provide very useful images of the...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Feb 11, 2023
Do I need a knee x-ray for my knee pain?
What is a knee x-ray? A knee x-ray (or knee radiograph) is the black and white image produced by sending an x-ray beam through the area...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Feb 11, 2023
Knee pain; choosing the right scan!
What are the different types of scans used to assess for knee pain? The main types of scans used to assess knee pain are x-rays...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Feb 7, 2023
Stages of knee arthritis
What are the stages of knee joint arthritis? Knee joint osteoarthritis is the most common disease affecting the musculoskeletal system,...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Feb 7, 2023
What is knee aspiration?
When there is excess fluid within the knee, this is referred to as joint effusion. It can result in knee swelling, pain and restriction...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Feb 7, 2023
Lump around the knee, what is the cause?
There are a few causes for a lump around the knee joint. Assessment by a specialist doctor followed by the appropriate imaging is...
Dr. Zeid Al-Ani
- Jan 24, 2023
Ultrasound-guided knee corticosteroid injection
What is a steroid/cortisone injection? Corticosteroid (cortisone) is a well-established anti-inflammatory medicine routinely used to...
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