Ultrasound-guided steroid (corticosteroid) injections at our Station House clinic in Sandbach, Cheshire. A targeted way to calm inflammation and ease joint pain from osteoarthritis, bursitis and some tendon problems, often within days.
- £275 for an ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injection
- Every injection placed under live ultrasound
- Station House, Sandbach, next to the station
- No GP referral needed
What is a steroid injection?
A corticosteroid, or cortisone, injection delivers an anti-inflammatory medicine directly into a joint or the soft tissue around it. By reducing inflammation at the source it can relieve pain, swelling and stiffness, which makes it a quick and effective option for osteoarthritis, bursitis and some tendinopathies.
It is not a cure, but a steroid injection can settle a flare-up and give you a window to get moving again. It works best alongside physiotherapy and a rehabilitation plan for longer-term joint health.
Benefits of steroid injections
- Rapid relief. Many people feel less pain and inflammation within 24 to 48 hours, which makes steroid injections useful for acute flare-ups.
- Less inflammation. Targeting the joint directly reduces swelling, stiffness and warmth, common in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout.
- Better movement. With less pain, joint function and range of motion often improve, so daily activities feel easier.
- Targeted treatment. The medicine goes straight to the affected area, which limits its effects on the rest of the body.
- A non-surgical option. For many patients an injection can delay or avoid surgery, particularly with degenerative joint conditions or repetitive strain.
- Fewer tablets. Relief can last up to several months, so some people can cut down on oral painkillers such as anti-inflammatories.
- Minimal downtime. The procedure is quick and most people return to normal activities soon after.
- Helpful for diagnosis. If pain improves significantly after the injection, it helps confirm that inflammation in the joint is the cause.
Combining a steroid with other injections
If your joint needs lubrication as well as calming down, a steroid can be given alongside Ostenil Plus hyaluronic acid in the same appointment. For knee osteoarthritis, Cingal combines both in a single injection. If a joint is very swollen, a joint aspiration to drain the fluid first can help the steroid work.
Before a steroid injection
We cannot give steroid injections within two weeks either side of a vaccination, including flu and covid jabs, in line with guidance from the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance. If you have type 1 diabetes or your blood sugars are not always stable, if you have glaucoma, or if your INR is above 2.4, please check with your GP before booking. We cannot offer injections during pregnancy. Our registration form asks about all of these.
Steroid injection price
An ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injection costs £275. Given together with an Ostenil Plus hyaluronic acid injection, it is £450.
Who will treat you
Every injection is performed by Ben Harper, our Injection Service Lead, under live ultrasound imaging so the needle is placed exactly where it is needed. Ben was a lead clinician for Team GB at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games and holds a postgraduate certificate in musculoskeletal ultrasound.
How to get started
- Register for an injection. The form covers your symptoms, medical history and consent.
- Our team reviews your registration. If you have recent imaging or a consultant referral that confirms your diagnosis, you may be able to book your steroid injection directly.
- Not sure what is causing your pain? Book a pre-injection consultation, where Ben uses ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis and talks you through the options.
- After your appointment you will receive a letter outlining the findings and treatment, including any medication and dosage, to pass on to your GP.
Steroid injections near Crewe, Holmes Chapel and Middlewich
Looking for a steroid injection in Cheshire? All of our injections take place at Station House in Sandbach, on the corner of Sandbach station and less than a minute’s walk from the platform. It is the first stop after Crewe and there is plenty of parking.
Patients travel to us from Crewe (about six miles), Middlewich (about four miles), Holmes Chapel, Northwich and across Cheshire, and you do not need a GP referral. Find out more about our joint injection service.
