How Long Does It Take For Cortisone Injections To Work?
I had cortisone injections in both elbows a week ago; painless for two days. My doctor said there were no restrictions; I could resume normal activities
Now pain is worse. Has anyone else had a similar experience?
You should feel relief within a day or so. Mine typically lasts for about 6-8 weeks depending on the area
I seem to have longer-lasting relief from my cortisone shots than most. I have had them in my back for degenerative disc disease, spondylosis, and spinal stenosis and it takes a few days to get the relief that is minimal at best. I can get them in my thumb and relief is almost immediate. Also, I get them in my right shoulder for excruciating pain. It starts to work in a day or so and lasts for 3 or more months. My shoulder and the right thumb are where I realize that I am lucky when reading some of your responses. I also take Orencia. That took about 3 months to notice any results. But I think it helps my shoulder a lot.
What are you taking for your RA itself. Are you on any course of treatment?
PattiHendreson I was on the max.dose of Methotextrate,I had to go to the injection because I was being nauseated often.You want believe the difference in the injection.I will take it any day over the tablets.
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