What are NSAIDs? Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (or NSAIDs, for short) are the most commonly prescribed medications for treating joint pain. Popular over-the-counter NSAIDs include ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) and naproxen (Aleve). These medications differ from acetaminophen (Tylenol) and other analgesics, or pain relievers, in that NSAIDs work on the painful joint itself by reducing the
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What is MRI and what is it used for? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging technique which uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed, computer-generated pictures of your body’s organs and tissues.
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When are Ultrasound-Guided Injections Necessary? When non-invasive treatments for joint pain have failed to provide lasting relief, your doctor might suggest an ultrasound-guided cortisone injection to relieve inflammation and pain. Unlike non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs), cortisone is a steroidal anti-inflammatory that acts locally in joints to reduce inflammation rather than
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Hyaluronic acid is a long, branched polysaccharide that naturally exists in our bodies. It can be very large, consisting of thousands of carbohydrates. It is formed in the plasma membrane of our cells and distributed throughout neural, epithelial, and connective tissues.
What is cortisone? Cortisone is a type of medication that reduces inflammation. It belongs to a larger group of steroid hormones known as glucocorticoids
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What is lateral epicondylitis? Lateral epicondylitis, more commonly called tennis elbow, is the inflammation of the tendons that join the forearm muscles on the outside of the elbow.