Joint injection can be an effective treatment for painful swollen joints and is often used to reduce the pain and swelling associated with arthritis. It can also be used to treat painful tendons and bursitis (when the fluid filled sac over some joints becomes inflamed and painful). The injection usually involves cortisone which is a powerful anti-inflammatory targeted at the area that may be causing you pain or swelling. You are welcome to make an appointment with any of our doctors if you would like to explore this treatment further.