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If local anaesthetic is also used the pain should be less within a few minutes, though it may return after about an hour. The steroid usually starts to work within 24-48 hours but may take longer.

Not particularly, as your therapist has had intensive training in the technique. Sometimes it can be sore for a few hours, but you will be told what to do about this.

These are very rare and your clinician will discuss them with you: You will be asked to wait for 30 minutes after the injection to ensure there is no allergic reaction to the drug.

Yes, if you:

You can, but the side effects of these are much more common and can cause stomach upsets and bleeding. These injections bypass the stomach and are much more effective.

A medicine which can relieve swelling, stiffness and pain by reducing inflammation.