Cortisone injections are a first-line anti-inflammatory injection therapy that may relieve pain and inflammation. They are most commonly injected into joints - such as your ankle, elbow, hip, knee, shoulder, spine or wrist.

These injections contain a corticosteroid medication and a local anesthetic to make the process more comfortable. When deemed appropriate, these procedures are best done under ultrasound guidance to maximize safety and efficacy.

Cortisone is considered first line therapy in many doctors’ offices because it is inexpensive, safe, and provides valuable diagnostic information without requiring a patient to commit to several rounds of injections.

Cortisone shots are most effective in treating inflammatory arthritis, but they can also be a part of treatment for other conditions including but not limited to: bursitis, tendinitis, trigger finger, carpal tunnel syndrome, gout, and all forms of arthritis including and especially osteoarthritis.

Prolotherapy, also known as prolifereative therapy, is a medical treatment that involves injecting a solution into an area of the body to stimulate healing and repair of damaged or injured tissue. Often an entry-point and first-line of natural therapy for pain management, prolotherapy is a cost-effective non-surgical treatment option for most injuries and pain syndromes.

Prolotherapy may reduce pain and inflammation, and may be expected to improve function and mobility to the affected joint or limb, by stimulating the body's natural healing processes. Prolotherapy is a non-surgical treatment option for some pain- and sports-related conditions.

Trigger Point Injections involve a small dose of local anaesthetic being injected into tissues to help alleviate pain. They can be used as a first-line therapy for pain management, and may be helpful in confirming diagnoses as a diagnostic injection.

Intramuscular stimulation (IMS), sometimes referred to as “dry needling” involves the use of acupuncture needles to stimulate, and trigger a “reset” in muscle trigger points. It may be a highly effective teatment for muscle-derived pain syndromes and chronic pain in general.

Hyaluronic acid injection therapy, sometimes referred to as viscosupplementation, is a medical treatment used to relieve joint pain, especially associated with arthritis, tendonitis or ligament injuries & sprains.

Various hyaluronic acid injection therapy products are Health Canada approved for: Osteoarthritis, ligament & tendon injuries (ie. strains and sprains)

Benefits: Hyaluronic acid acts as a lubricant in the joints, reducing friction and pain and has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce joint inflammation and pain. Hyaluronic acid can improve joint mobility by increasing joint fluid viscosity and reducing joint stiffness.

Minimal side effects: Hyaluronic acid injection therapy has minimal side effects compared to other pain relief treatments such as corticosteroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Long-lasting effects: The effects of hyaluronic acid injection therapy may last for several months, providing long-term pain relief.

Non-surgical: Hyaluronic acid injection therapy is a non-surgical treatment option, which means patients may avoid the risks and recovery time associated with surgery.