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Foot and Ankle Injections

At Care Podiatry, we offer foot and ankle injections as an effective option for managing pain and inflammation. These targeted treatments deliver medication directly to the affected area, helping to provide faster relief and improved function. Injections may be recommended for conditions such as arthritis, tendonitis, or nerve-related pain when other treatments have not provided enough relief. Our team carefully evaluates your condition to determine if this approach is right for you, with the goal of reducing discomfort and helping you move more comfortably in your daily activities.

What are Foot and Ankle Injections?

Foot and ankle injections are simple procedures that involve placing medicine directly into a painful joint or area of soft tissue. The medicine may include a local anaesthetic (to temporarily numb the area) and a corticosteroid (to reduce swelling and inflammation). These injections can help identify the source of pain and provide instant relief. They are often recommended when other treatments have not improved the symptoms. 

There are two main purposes of injection therapy – 

  • Diagnostic: A temporary numbing agent that confirms the exact source of pain
  • Therapeutic: Corticosteroids reduce inflammation and often relieve pain for weeks to months. It helps patients return to activity.

What Are the Conditions Commonly Treated with Injections

Foot and ankle injections can benefit a range of painful conditions:

  • Osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease
  • Pain from bursitis or joint synovitis
  • Inflammatory arthritis
  • Plantar fasciitis and soft tissue inflammation
  • Capsulitis, tendon sheath irritation, and neuromas

How The Procedure Works

A clinician reviews the history and examines the painful areas

  • The skin is cleaned, and a local anesthetic can be applied.
  • Injections are administered directly into the affected joints or soft tissues.
  • In most cases, image guidance such as ultrasound or X-ray is used to improve accuracy.
  • A mix of numbing agent and steroid is used.
  • Patients are kept under observation before discharge.

What Are Its Benefits

  • Targeted pain relief by reducing inflammation
  • Temporary relief to allow rehabilitation
  • Potential delay of surgery
  • Diagnostic value when the pain source is unclear

What To Expect After Your Injection

  • Mild soreness or discomfort at the injection site for 1-2 days.
  • Pain relief can be immediate from the anesthetic, but anti-inflammatory effects often take days to weeks.
  • Avoid strenuous activities involving the injected joint for 1-2 days
  • Follow-up with your podiatrist is essential.

What To Expect During the Appointment

The procedure is quick and performed in the clinic. The area is thoroughly cleaned, and the injection is given using a needle. Most patients describe only mild discomfort. They are advised to rest the foot for 1-2 days afterwards and then return to normal activities. At Care Podiatry, injections are used as a part of the treatment plan, not as a standalone solution. We aim to reduce pain, improve mobility, and support long-term recovery so you can return to daily activities with confidence. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Painful are Ankle Injections?

Usually, the cortisone injections are performed with a small needle that causes very little discomfort. 

Walking short distances is safe after having cortisone injections. However, if these are injected into your knee, ankle, or another leg joint, you may need to limit walking distances. 

It usually lasts 4-10 weeks, influenced by weight-bearing and footwear.