Dr Ram provides knee injections at the Rodney Street Clinic in Liverpool. This comfortable and accessible location is ideal for those who prefer not to have a home visit. Whether you choose the clinic or home service, Dr Ram ensures the same personalised care to relieve your knee pain.
Our home visit knee arthritis treatment service is ideal for patients managing knee osteoarthritis or those on long NHS waiting lists for surgery. Cortisone injections can help bridge the gap, providing temporary relief while you wait. In addition, those with certain knee conditions like runner’s knee (IT band bursitis) may also benefit from targeted cortisone injections.
Please check with your surgeon’s office, as depending on the surgeon they will want a 4-6 month gap before operating.
Our mobile service provides expert care and convenience. Here’s what you can expect during the home visit knee injection process:
After your injection, mild soreness may occur but usually subsides within a day or two. Pain relief typically begins within 48 hours, with the full effect felt within a week.
**Additional fees may apply based on your location.
If you need two or more injections on the same day, enjoy a 20% discount on each additional joint. You will be reimbursed on the day of the injection.
In certain cases, we cannot provide knee injections, including:
For questions about these conditions, please reach out to discuss your case.
**Additional fees may apply based on your location.
If you need two or more injections on the same day, enjoy a 20% discount on each additional joint. You will be reimbursed on the day of the injection.
Knee steroid injections, using cortisone, are administered directly into the knee joint to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain associated with conditions like osteoarthritis.
Knee steroid injections are ideal for individuals with pain from osteoarthritis, bursitis, or other inflammatory conditions. They can also provide temporary relief for those awaiting surgery.
Please check with your surgeon’s office, as depending on the surgeon they will want a 4-6 month gap before operating.
If you are suffering from chronic knee pain, swelling, or reduced mobility, you may be a candidate for knee steroid injections. A consultation with Dr Ram will help determine if this treatment is appropriate for your condition.
If you don’t have a prior diagnosis, Dr Ram will examine the joint to confirm suitability for an injection. The area is then cleaned, a local anaesthetic is applied, and the injection is administered quickly. Mild soreness may follow but usually fades within a few days.
Most patients experience pain relief within 48 hours of the injection, with the full effect usually felt within a week. The relief can last from months to years, depending on individual circumstances.
Dr Ram will send you some important information prior to the injection with details of the benefits and risks (mostly minimal).
The number of injections depends on your condition and its severity. Some people find relief with a single injection, while others may need additional treatments. Dr Ram will review your treatment plan with you during your consultation.
Typically, injections can be given every 3 months per joint.
Yes, most patients can return to normal activities shortly after the injection. However, it’s best to avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activities for a short period to allow the joint to recover. You may continue to drive as usual.
The cost for a joint injection consultation at home is £200.
Clinic injections at 88 Rodney Street, Liverpool are £150.
A diagnostic consultation at our Rodney Street location is £75.
Additional fees may apply depending on your location.
We provide our home visit knee injection services in Liverpool, Southport, Cheshire, and surrounding areas, including Formby, Crosby, and Wirral. If you’re unsure whether we cover your location, feel free to contact us for confirmation.
