Bux Pain Management
Board Certified Anesthesiologist located in Lexington, Cynthiana, & Danville, KY
Joint pain can stem from degenerative conditions, injuries or joint overuse. At Bux Pain Management, we specialize in providing joint injections—a minimally invasive treatment that effectively addresses joint pain without the need for surgery or potentially addictive drugs.
Bux Pain Management is committed to offering safe, FDA-approved injections as an alternative outpatient treatment for chronic pain. Experience the benefits of our specialized care designed to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from joint dysfunction. Visit us at our Danville, Cynthiana or Lexington, Kentucky locations.
Joint Injection Q & A
What are joint injections?
A joint injection is a non-surgical medical procedure that delivers medication directly into a joint, such as the knee, hip, shoulder or wrist. Also known as intra-articular injection, it involves the use of a steroid injection that includes both a corticosteroid (e.g., triamcinolone, methylprednisolone, dexamethasone) and an anesthetic numbing agent (e.g., lidocaine or bupivacaine).
This combination has anti-inflammatory properties and reduces nerve sensitivity, providing mid- to long-term relief for people suffering from chronic joint pain such as arthritis and bursitis.
At Bux Pain Management, joint injections only take about 15 minutes.
Types of Joint Injections
There are two types of joint injections—corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid. Both relieve painful joints but differ in how they work and how long their effects last.
Corticosteroids Joint Injections
Corticosteroids provide fast-acting pain relief by reducing inflammation, controlling the immune response, and decreasing nerve sensitivity. Corticosteroid injections are administered using a syringe and targeting the specific joint that’s in pain.
Corticosteroid joint injections can provide relief from pain as fast as a few hours, and the effect can last from weeks to months, depending on the severity of the condition.
Hyaluronic Acid Joint Injection
Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body through the synovial fluid in the joint capsule surrounding the joint. It acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for joints.
Aging and environmental factors like exposure to UV rays, tobacco use and pollution can cause a decline in the joints’ hyaluronic acid. When the cartilage and tissues within the joint break down due to wear and tear, as in osteoarthritis, it increases the friction between the bones, worsening the pain due to lack of lubrication and cushioning.
Hyaluronic acid shots can help with this problem by addressing joint pain caused by friction. The pain relief effects are relatively long-term.
At Bux Pain Management, we thoroughly evaluate each patient’s case so we can give a precise diagnosis and the most suitable treatment plan. In some cases, Dr. Bux determines that combining corticosteroid and hyaluronic joint injections is the best pain solution.
Benefits of Joint Injections
Targeted Treatment
Joint injections deliver solutions where it hurts. Whether it’s arthritis, bursitis, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome or injuries, injections for joint pain effectively provide relief at the source through their potent pain-relieving mechanisms.
Minimally Invasive
Joint injections for arthritis and other joint pain issues are an outpatient procedure that takes less than an hour to finish. After resting under observation, you can go home and resume normal activities after 24 hours or as your comfort level allows.
Longevity of Effects
Joint injection longevity can vary from person to person—lasting for weeks to several months, depending on the condition of the patient and the injection type. You can use this mid-to-long-term window of relief to undergo complementary therapy, exercise or lifestyle modifications that can help improve your range of motion and mobility.
Customizable Treatment Plan
At Bux Pain Management, we determine your joint injection treatment based on what best suits your specific condition. We also provide a caring and empathetic environment, right from initial assessment to post-procedure monitoring.
Step-by-Step Bux Pain Management Joint Injection Procedure
Preparing for Your Injection
- Provide your complete medical history to your healthcare provider and bring along any previous x-rays, CT-scans or MRI scans.
- Inform your healthcare professional if you have any allergies to medications.
- Wear comfortable clothing that gives easy access to the specific painful joint to be injected.
- If you shower before your procedure, do not apply any lotion or oil to your body.
During the Injection
- The doctor will ask you to lie down, after which they will prepare and clean the injection site with an antiseptic solution.
- The doctor will administer a local anesthetic to the injection site to numb the area.
- The doctor will touch and feel around the affected joint to determine the precise point for the shot.
- The needle containing the medication will be injected.
- Depending on the condition and injection type, the doctor may use ray guidance or fluoroscopy. This involves using x-ray beams for real-time visualization of the joint as the injection is being administered.
After the Injection
- The medical team will monitor you for any reaction after your procedure, such as dizziness, pain or nausea. If you don’t experience any symptoms, you will be permitted to go home. Depending on the treated joint, the medical team may advise you to have someone drive you.
- You will be advised to rest after your procedure.
- Some patients experience the effects as fast as a few hours after the injection and can resume their normal activities within 24 hours. The joint pain relief period varies per patient but generally ranges from weeks to several months.
- Depending on how long your medication works, you can schedule your next injection with the doctor after your assessment.
Who Needs Joint Injections?
Anyone suffering from joint pain, stiff joints, joints that feel warm to the touch or inflamed joints can benefit from joint injections.
Joint injections are also ideal for musculoskeletal issues like arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, injuries and undiagnosed conditions in the shoulders, hand and wrist, knee, ankle and foot.
If you feel pain and discomfort in your joints that prevents you from enjoying your day-to-day activities, visit Bux Pain Management. Our treatments can help you experience relief.
Why Choose Bux Pain Management for Joint Injections
As trusted pain management experts in Kentucky, we have provided life-changing solutions to our patients’ pain problems. Our standout services are designed to improve quality of life and showcase our commitment to delivering safe, effective and accessible non-surgical treatments.
Expert Guidance
With over 20 years of experience in pain management, board-certified anesthesiologist and pain expert Dr. Anjum Bux and his team bring extensive expertise and experience to all our locations.
Comprehensive Care
We offer a range of effective treatments aimed at providing long-term relief without the need for surgery or potentially addictive medications. We tailor the treatment to your specific condition and needs.
Improving Quality of Life
We advocate for a better quality of life for our patients by alleviating their pain and addressing its root cause using state-of-the-art equipment, advanced medical techniques and compassionate care.
Patient Education
We endeavor to help our patients understand their condition and the available treatment plan options for them so they can make informed decisions regarding their health.
Supportive Environment
Our dedicated and expert team is here to provide the support and tools necessary to address your health concerns and overall well-being through our holistic and tailored approach.
Regain control of your health and lifestyle. Schedule an appointment with us and begin your journey to a pain-free life.
