Inject the knee joint with a corticosteroid shot Corticosteroid shots do not cure arthritis or make the cartilage grow back.15 A corticosteroid injection might temporarily reduce pain and joint stiffness.9,17,18 Advantages: • You might experience slight relief of symptoms for a month or so.9,17,18 Disadvantages: • It’s not clear that corticosteroid injection is better than a fake injection.9• Corticosteroid shots can harm the remaining cartilage.19,20• Potential disappointment if it doesn’t help. ResultsThe results of the studies vary, so it’s not clear how well corticosteroid shots work. A recent review of the best evidence suggested that one month after injection 44 people out of 100 people have less pain and can do more after a corticosteroid shot compared to 31 that receive a fake shot.17 Problems: Frequent and regular injection with corticosteroids speed the loss of cartilage.19,20 3 of 100 people have a minor problem such as discomfort or swelling following an injection.17 Approximately 1 of 1000 people have a major problem such as an infection in the knee or an allergic reaction. Questions? × Help Heeft u hulp nodig bij het invullen van de keuzehulp? Of heeft u vragen over de keuzehulp? Bekijk hier het overzicht van veel gestelde vragen of neem contact op met het CZ Zorgteam: 013 594 9110. Notes × Notes Previous Next