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Our Joint Injection Services

Chronic joint pain and sporting injuries respond very differently to treatment, which is why every patient at our Joint Injection Clinic starts with a thorough assessment before any injection takes place. Here is what we offer:

Ultrasound Guided Steroid Injection
Ultrasound Guided Steroid Injection

Direct delivery of corticosteroid medicine to the affected joint using live ultrasound imaging for pinpoint accuracy. Effective for osteoarthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, and inflammatory joint conditions — with same-day relief possible and benefits lasting between 3 and 6 months.

Ultrasound Guided Hyaluronic Acid Injection
Ultrasound Guided Hyaluronic Acid Injection

A gel-like substance injected directly into the joint to lubricate and cushion the affected area — particularly effective for knee osteoarthritis, where the natural joint fluid has broken down. Delivered with ultrasound guidance for precise placement.

Joint Pain Consultation & Assessment
Joint Pain Consultation & Assessment

A thorough consultation, physical assessment, and examination of the affected joint. If an injection is not clinically suitable or required at that stage, you will leave with a clear understanding of your condition and the best path forward.

Sports Injury Assessment & Treatment
Sports Injury Assessment & Treatment

Specialist assessment for sporting injuries affecting joints, tendons, and soft tissue, led by a doctor with direct experience treating athletes at the highest competitive level.

Multi-Joint Assessment
Multi-Joint Assessment

If more than one joint is causing problems, we can assess multiple areas in a single appointment and advise on the most appropriate treatment plan for each.

Our Packages

Using ultrasound guidance, our doctors can see precisely where to deliver treatment, making every injection more accurate, more effective, and safer than a blind injection approach.

Meet Our Specialists

A dedicated team of experienced professionals focused on your health, comfort, and confidence.

Dr. Damien O'Donnel
Dr. Damien O'Donnel

Sports Medicine

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FAQs

Get quick answers to common questions about our services.

Ultrasound-guided joint injections are commonly used to treat osteoarthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, and joint pain caused by sporting injuries. The injection delivers medicine — steroid, hyaluronic acid, or pain relief — directly to the source of pain, reducing inflammation and improving mobility. If you are unsure whether your condition is suitable, our consultation and assessment appointment will give you a clear answer.

A standard joint injection is performed without imaging — the doctor estimates the correct point of entry based on anatomy alone. With ultrasound guidance, your doctor can see the affected joint in real time and deliver treatment to the exact point needed. This significantly improves accuracy, reduces the risk of missing the target, and leads to better outcomes for the patient.

Many patients experience meaningful pain relief on the day of the injection, particularly with steroid injections. The full anti-inflammatory effect typically develops over the following days. Benefits generally last between 3 and 6 months, depending on the severity of the condition and the type of injection used.

A steroid injection reduces inflammation and pain directly, making it effective for a wide range of joint conditions. A hyaluronic acid injection works differently — it lubricates and cushions the joint, making it particularly well suited to knee osteoarthritis, where the natural joint fluid has deteriorated. Your doctor will recommend the most appropriate option based on your assessment.

We treat most major joints, including the knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, and elbow. Please note that we do not carry out back injections at this clinic. If you are unsure whether your joint can be treated, please get in touch before booking and our team will advise you.

Blood thinners can affect the safety of injection procedures. If you are currently taking blood-thinning medication, please call the clinic before booking your appointment so our team can advise whether any adjustments are needed ahead of your procedure.

Same-day relief is possible. You do not have to keep living with the pain.

Back injections are carried out under MRI Guidance in Omagh, contact us directly about booking this specialist service. If you are currently taking blood thinners, please call the clinic before booking, as additional assessment may be required.

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