Ultrasound Guided Injection

Ultrasound Guided Injection available at:

PRP Adamstown ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Bathurst ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Castle Hill ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Charlestown ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Cumberland ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Dee Why ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Dubbo ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Eastwood ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Erina ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Frenchs Forest ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Gordon ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Gosford ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Gosford North ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Hornsby ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Maitland ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Mona Vale ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Moore Park/City East ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Norwest ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Orange ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Shellharbour ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Toukley ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Tuggerah ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Westmead ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Wollongong ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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PRP Woy Woy ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

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Ultrasound Guided Injection Explained

When performing guided injections into joints, tendons and bursas, Ultrasound is extremely helpful in heightening accuracy of needle placement which improves the effectiveness of the injection.
Please advise us beforehand

If you are on anticoagulants such as Warfarin or if you are a diabetic as some injections may effect your sugar levels.
If you are, or may be, pregnant.
Preparation

Please bring your referral, Medicare and/or Pension Health Care Card and any previous imaging relating the the region being scanned.

No preparation is required.
What happens during the procedure

You may be asked to change into a gown and be comfortably positioned so that the area being examined is most accessible. Ultrasound scans are taken to locate the exact position. The skin in the area is sterilised with antiseptic and a local anaesthetic is given. The injection is then performed, being guided into the correct area via ultrasound.
How long does it take

Approx 15-30 minutes.
After Your Examination

If local anaesthetic has been used, you may not feel any pain for a few hours. Depending on the type of injection, you may not be able to drive for approx 6 hours afterwards.
Possible Complications

There is a minor risk of infection post injection. Plese seek medical advice if you experience a high temperature.
Female patients who have a steriod injection may notice changes in their menstrual cycle.
Diabetics should closely monitor their blood sugars for 5 days after an injection
Please ask our staff for further information on this topic.

This content is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you would like any clarifications, please contact your local practice.