Introduction

The knee is the most commonly injected joint in musculoskeletal medicine. When performed correctly, intra-articular corticosteroid injections can provide meaningful pain relief, reduce inflammation, improve function, and delay more invasive interventions such as knee replacement surgery.

In this module we will discuss 

  • Indications and contraindications

  • Supplies and injectate

  • Patient positioning

  • Landmark identification

  • Injection technique

  • Troubleshooting

  • Post-procedure counseling