Hi ChaucerFan,

My increase in symptoms was temporary and I feel that for me the shots made a big difference in my pain and ability to function. I had a lot of scarring and adhesion gumming things up post-op. That said, not everyone gets a good response like I had and there are risks. Mine were done by a Physical Medicine and rehabilitation doctor with all kinds of certifications in ultrasound techniques. He not only looked at the area ahead of time but used US while guiding the needle and watched where the fluid went. I feel strongly that his training and technique played a role in my outcome. I have had injections in the past not go so well.

***Steroid injections for tendon issues are tricky as the tendon can rupture if steroid is placed in it. steroid placed in the tendon sheath to "bathe" the tendon has less risk and better outcome. find out where they would put it. Also find out what they use - Kenalog has a tendency to crystallize painfully and cause flare. If they don't follow the whole procedure on US find another ortho or PM&R who does.***