I’m due to have a guided steroid injection in the big knuckle joint on my foot to alleviate pain, stiffness and immobility caused by my rheumatoid condition. . I’m hoping it may also help the tendinitis and Enthetitis that resulted from a severe leg muscle injury that was untreated due to the pandemic. Can anyone tell me what to expect please.
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There is nothing to it….you will probably taken to a a minors theatre ,…be given a local anaesthetic…..& then the guided US Injection.It won’t take very long ….. I had the last one quite awhile ago so I can’t remember how long you have to rest afterwards, but it’s not very long.
Good Luck…I hope it brings you some relief.
Thanks, my concern is being mobile immediately as I’m currently caring for my Mum 87 who fell and broke her femur, 13 hour wait on the cold floor, existing peripheral neuropathy and AS making things difficult for her to recover but I do t want to delay my appointment as it’s taken 18 month to get it.
A sharp scratch! Had loads. You can walk as normal after. Xx
I’m duly reassured thank you
I've had a few now but not in foot though, you will be fine and hopefully it will bring some relief! I've had one in my elbow this afternoon..praying it works! Best wishes. X
Good luck , let’s us know
Thanks you too
Hi stills I've had a few over the years I've always been told take it easy upto a week and don't over do it
And after a few days gentle exercise etc
You have waited this long and want it to work
Hope you get the relief from it
Nothing to worry about. I’ve had several in different joints on my feet. Although I’ve never been told not to drive I always try to get a lift. Personally I don’t feel safe driving with a foot which is numb from local anaesthetic. You will be able to walk straight away (although it can feel a bit strange sometimes) however bear in mind the more you can rest it for 24-48 hours afterwards the better the results will be.
No problem..yes a sharp scratch and boy they can work tremendously. I hope everything works for you and your Mum. Big Hugs xxxx
Thank you
I was given one in my ankle, and was advised to take it easy afterwards. I think the fear is that, if you are too active, the steroid can be forced out of the joint. That is my understanding, anyway.
Over the years I've had quite a few. Hips, fingers,shoulders. All done in a hospital consulting room by a Dr. Some helped some so so . Hope it helps you.
Fingers crossed
Hi. Did it help long term or just until it wore off and back to the same?🤔
Helped hips until Surgery. Fingers are eroded due to RA and shoulders no problem now.
Hi. I had one through the top of my foot using a camera. I don't know how different this will be for yours but it seemed to take a while and was a bit painful but not unbearable and I then had to wear a boot with a heel on it, the kind you see people like footballers wearing when damaged something. for 6 weeks. Obviously you won't need the boot as it's your toe. I could move around ok. This was several years ago now and it cured my problem. Good luck.
Was it arthritis do you know pls? It's great it cured
Hi. No-one actually said but as I had had rheumatoid arthritis for years I presumed it was. My ankle used to give way a lot but they had to go in through the instep for some reason. My ankle gets sore if I walk too much but it hasn't given way since and it's at least ten year ago now, i hope you get the same result.
nothing to worry about , it like havig ultrasound, they find right spot, numb th area then give injection
Can I ask what type of injection is? for example I'm on Etanercept steroid therapy and for every medication, our body reacts in their own time. So far after 2 weeks, I've not had to take any painkillers or oral steroids to help me through the day. The steroid injection is weekly and so far I can last a week far easier than before.
Before the injections I was taking all sorts of prescribed meds daily just to make it through the week/days. Which was stress for managing and paying for restock. Hope this gives you some hope and ease on the mind.
I think you are slightly confused. Entenercept isn’t a steroid it is a biologic disease modifying medication. The NRAS website has lots of information on the different types of medication used to treat RA. nras.org.uk/information-sup...
Regardless it's an injection I'm taking. It includes steroids in the medication package that I receive every week.
Now I’m very confused. I’ve never heard of steroids and entenercept combined into one injection. Entenercept is usually administered subcutaneously (ie an injection into the fatty part of your tummy or thigh) and most people do these themselves. Steroids are usually given intramuscularly (ie into a large muscle, most often your buttock), by IV (into a vein) or directly into a joint and they have to be given by a medical professional.
I don't know what to tell you man. The brand is Benepali. Could be a new thing, maybe explains why I took nearly a year to be put onto it.
I don't have regular checks with my hospital as its 3 months apart so I can't really ask until next appointment.
I could be completely wrong dw that's a high possibility. I do all these medical meetings and tests etc alone as I don't have anyone else, plus I'm only 24. Got alot of information going in and out my head every day.
Benepali if definitely Entenercept (my daughter took that brand so I know it well) and Entenercept is definitely a biologic and not a steroid. It works well for lots of people. Entenercept works by stopping the inflammation in the first place rather than steroids which treat inflammation.
Regardless I’m glad it’s working for you!
Extract from NRAS website
No steroids in Benipali injection pens.Ive been on it for 17 months. Great results
I’ve had 2 in the foot, never even felt the first one, and the second one I felt but only briefly and it wasn’t painful. It is over quickly, I was told not to drive afterwards with mine for 24 hours in the letter that was sent so I had a friend take me. Hope it brings you relief.
The shots in the foot hurt, but I find they can help for several months.
I've had quite a few of these into various joints...shoulders, hips, sacroiliac etc. Not into toes though. I've had great relief since, and the procedure wasn't bad. I caught bus home on all occasions. I hope it's successful for you, and your Ma is OK.
Thanks 🙏
Hi. Was it RA or osteo? I had hip one which was extremely painful and lasted one week
Hello. It was for inflammatory arthritis.
How long has it relieved you👍🏼
I had the guided hip steroid about 2 and a half years ago. It's been fine unless I overdo things. The same for the sacroiliac joint guided steroid. The guided steroid into shoulders didn't work the first time, but is much better after the second. I occasionally have the odd twinge. I suspect success depends on the tech doing it. The second one in my shoulders was very painful during the actual procedure, but I got instant relief.
I had one in my thumb joint last year. Tingling sensation as the steroid went in otherwise fine. They had warned me I might experience a flare of pain in the following 24 hours- I did get a rather painful throbbing for a bit a few hours after but the relief after that- which lasted about 6 months- was amazing!!😃😃
Good to know thank you
I’m hopeful
Hi.
I’ve had guided injection in my ankles, knees and shoulders but not in the last 3 years. The relief they gave was great but its not immediate (up to a week to fully take effect) and you need to rest the joint as much as poss for 24hrs after to get the best result.
Thank you I will follow your advice
I’m afraid I’ve only had a guided one into the tendon in my wrist. The nurse held my arm still. it hurt like hell but only briefly. But it worked great. That was several years ago & although it gets sore if I overuse that thumb I havnt needed another one. I’ve had my hips injected many times for bursitis but they have not been guided injections with ultrasound. They suggest to rest for 24 hours after. I hope it goes well.
hi stills , I am due to have same procedure, no idea when .
Saw a foot surgeon yesterday and he said try this first then contemplate an operation. Revovery time is months! But, I have heart problems let alone extensive osteo arthritis . For 5 years I have been told I have rheumatoid arthritis . It gets one down . Will be interested to see how you get on . L
Hi Stills
You will be fine. There is nothing to worry about. I've not had one in my foot, but in my spine. I hardly felt anything and was told to not overdo it for a few days afterwards. Other than that, it's an easy procedure to have.
Good luck. I hope it gives you some relief xx
Sorry for the late reply. I'm sure you will be able to continue to care for your mum as long as you aren't doing really heavy work, running around all the time and lifting her. I hope it goes well xx
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