Musculoskeletal injuries are common among athletes and active individuals, ranging from acute traumatic events (eg. fractures, dislocations, and ligament tears) to chronic overuse conditions (eg. stress fractures, tendinopathies, and joint osteoarthritis).
When diagnosis is delayed or inaccurate, patients may be directed down inappropriate treatment pathways — some of which offer little benefit, while others may inadvertently worsen the injury. This can contribute to the development of chronic pain and long-term functional limitations, with flow-on effects for physical health, employment, relationships, and quality of life.
Early and accurate assessment is key. A clear diagnosis and tailored management plan not only support optimal recovery, but also reduce the risk of long-term complications and unnecessary healthcare costs — helping patients return to activity safely and with confidence.
Cortisone injections may be recommended when both diagnostic clarity and symptom relief are needed.
All cortisone injections are ultrasound-guided for precision. When cortisone is combined with local anaesthetic, a successful reduction in pain after injection confirms the targeted area is the source. If not immediately clear, we may monitor your response over time or with the aid of a pain chart.
Cortisone helps reduce inflammation and relieve pain in conditions like bursitis, tendinopathy, and joint irritation. However, repeated cortisone injections can weaken tendons or cartilage, so we use them sparingly and strategically.
We use cortisone:
✔ To confirm diagnosis when the pain source is unclear
✔ To support rehabilitation when pain limits progress
Sprains, strains, and dislocations affecting the ankle, knee, wrist, elbow, shoulder, AC joint, back, and fingers. Typically occur due to trauma, sudden movements, or impact during sports or daily activities.
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Caused by repetitive stress without sufficient recovery.Over time, the rate of tissue breakdown is faster than the body’s capacity to repair itself. Common in manual laborers, athletes, and individuals engaging in high-repetition movements.
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Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee), tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis), rotator cuff tendinopathy, gluteal tendinopathy. Caused by repetitive overload/microtrauma and insufficient recovery.
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Hip pain due to chronic gluteal tendon overload resulting in tendon degeneration and associated burial inflammation.
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Shoulder pain from impingement +/- chronic overload of the rotator cuff tendons leading to tendon degeneration and tearing or rotator cuff damage.
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A condition causing stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint.
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Injuries to stabilizing ligaments, common in contact sports and sudden twisting motions.
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Common in high-impact and high-speed sports.
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Achilles tendinopathy, foot and ankle injuries, knee injuries, patellofemoral pain, bone stress injuries.
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Often related to high-impact sports and running.
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Overuse injuries causing small cracks in bones, common in runners and high-impact athletes.
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TESTING
X-rays, MRIs, CTs, SPECT, ultrasound, and compartment pressure testing if required.
PLAN
Tailored strategies that may include rehabilitation, injections, bracing, or referrals for surgical consultation.
RECOVERY
Progressive rehabilitation programs to restore function and prevent recurrence.
PREVENTION
Strength training, (movement pattern) biomechanical assessment and corrections, and education to reduce future injury risk.
