Joint Injections in Palm Beach Gardens & Stuart, FL
Available at both our Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations
Joint Injection Therapy for Pain Relief
True Compassion Urgent Care offers joint injection therapy at both our Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations for patients seeking relief from arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, and other painful joint conditions. Corticosteroid injections can provide significant and often rapid relief by reducing inflammation directly at the source of your pain. Our experienced providers perform joint injections in a comfortable, clinical setting using proper technique and sterile protocols. Many patients experience noticeable improvement within 24-48 hours, with effects lasting weeks to months depending on the condition being treated. Walk-ins are welcome, or you can call ahead—no referral is needed to receive this treatment at our urgent care clinic.
Conditions Treated with Joint Injections
- Osteoarthritis pain and inflammation
- Rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups
- Bursitis (shoulder, hip, knee, elbow)
- Tendinitis and tendon inflammation
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Knee pain from degenerative changes
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
- Tennis elbow or golfer's elbow
- Trigger finger
- Joint pain not responding to oral medications
- Hip bursitis (trochanteric bursitis)
Our Joint Injection Approach
Before recommending injection therapy, our providers perform a thorough evaluation to ensure this treatment is appropriate for your condition. We review your medical history, perform a physical examination, and may obtain X-rays if not recently done. The injection procedure itself is quick—typically completed in just a few minutes. We use local anesthetic techniques to minimize discomfort, and most patients tolerate the procedure very well.
What to Expect During Your Joint Injection
Diagnostic Capabilities
After Your Joint Injection
Most patients can resume normal activities immediately after a joint injection, though we recommend avoiding strenuous use of the treated joint for 24-48 hours. You may experience temporary soreness at the injection site, which typically resolves within a day. Pain relief often begins within 24-48 hours and can last several weeks to months. The duration of relief varies by individual and condition. If your symptoms return, repeat injections may be appropriate—typically no more than 3-4 injections per joint per year. Contact us if you experience fever, severe pain, or significant swelling after your injection.
Available at Both Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
No appointment is required. Walk in to either our Palm Beach Gardens or Stuart location during regular hours (8am-8pm daily). We can often perform joint injections the same day after evaluation.
Most patients experience only mild discomfort during the procedure. We use techniques to minimize pain, including proper positioning and sometimes local anesthetic. The injection itself takes only seconds, and many patients say it's less uncomfortable than they expected.
Relief duration varies by individual and condition. Many patients experience relief for several weeks to several months. Some conditions respond better than others, and repeat injections may be appropriate when symptoms return.
We commonly inject knees, shoulders, hips (trochanteric bursa), elbows, wrists, and ankles. Our providers will evaluate your specific condition to determine if injection therapy is appropriate for your joint.
Side effects are generally mild and may include temporary pain at the injection site, skin lightening near the injection area, or a temporary increase in blood sugar for diabetic patients. Serious complications are rare when proper technique is used.
We typically recommend no more than 3-4 corticosteroid injections per joint per year. Frequent injections may weaken cartilage and tendons over time. Your provider will discuss an appropriate treatment schedule for your condition.
No referral is needed. You can walk in to our urgent care clinic for evaluation and treatment. We accept most insurance plans, and self-pay options are available.
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Walk-ins welcome at both locations. Open daily 8am-8pm.