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Ultrasound Guided Injections in Bakersfield & Newport Beach

Joint injections have been a staple for pain management for years, and the development of using ultrasound to guide them has greatly increased their efficacy. Now, Paragon Health Group can offer our patients in Newport Beach and Bakersfield ultrasound guided injections to ease a range of both acute and chronic pain concerns. Contact either of our two locations to book your visit and learn more about this effective treatment for managing pain.

What Are Ultrasound Guided Injections?

What makes ultrasound-guided injections unique is in its very name: the process of using ultrasound imaging to guide your physician in administering an injection. This process allows for an increase in precision and accuracy, allowing for pinpoint placement of the injection for maximum effect. Additionally, this guided approach greatly reduces the potential for, if not eliminates any risk of, complications or misplacement during the injection, making it a safe and effective way to administer an injection and provide patients with significant symptom relief.

Benefits of Ultrasound Guided Injections

When compared to traditional injection techniques, ultrasound-guided injections provide several benefits when used by an experienced pain management specialist. Some of the core benefits our patients experience from this method of joint injections include examples such as:

Enhanced accuracy: Due to the accurate and precise imaging of ultrasound technology, physicians can ensure that the injection will go exactly where it needs to be placed.
Faster healing time: Ultrasound guided injections allow for shorter healing times since they are more accurately placed and do not have to be re-administered if the injection is misdirected.
Little to no trauma: With ultrasound-guided injections, your physician can avoid any potential nerve or tissue damage that could be caused by traditional injection techniques.
Cost savings: Since ultrasound-guided injections require less time to administer and fewer resources, the cost savings can be substantial compared to traditional injection techniques.

Signs You Are a Candidate for Ultrasound Guided Injections

If you are experiencing chronic pain or inflammation in a certain area of your body and have not had success with traditional treatments, then you may find a solution in ultrasound-guided injections. The procedure is generally safe and effective, making it an ideal option for those seeking relief from their symptoms.

Your physician will evaluate your situation to determine if ultrasound guided injections are right for you. Some of these signs include:

You are experiencing chronic or lasting pain in a specific area of your body.
Your physician has determined that an injection is necessary for treatment.
You would like to avoid the potential risks and complications associated with traditional injection techniques.
Other non-invasive treatments (e.g., physical therapy) have not provided relief.
You prefer the accuracy, precision, and cost savings offered by ultrasound-guided injections.

What Is the Treatment Like?

The procedure is usually performed in your physician’s office and can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, but this range can vary depending on the number of injections and the location. During the procedure, you will be asked to lie down on a comfortable bed, and we take every measure to ensure your entire experience is as stress-free as possible. An ultrasound machine will be used to identify the area that needs to be injected, and the injection will then be administered with precision and care.

Once the injection has been completed, you will be asked to rest for a few minutes while the injection takes effect and your physician ensures the placement was ideal. Your physician will then assess the area and provide instructions on how to care for yourself afterward, and you can return how or to your routine right away.

How Long Is the Recovery?

While there is no real downtime required for these injections, some patients still prefer to take the day off to rest afterward. The recovery time for ultrasound-guided injections is generally very minimal, with side effects such as some soreness and swelling in the area that was injected. But these should subside within a few days and should not interfere with your daily routine. In most cases, you can resume your normal activities immediately after the procedure, but we do recommend waiting a few days before strenuous activity, according to your physician’s individual guidelines based on your situation.

What Results Can I Expect?

Ultrasound-guided injections can provide relief from chronic pain and inflammation in the majority of cases. Still, the results will vary depending on the type of injection that was administered, but most of our patients report feeling a significant reduction in their symptoms within just a few days after receiving the injection.

However, it is also normal to have more gradual relief, with some patients seeing incremental improvements over a couple of weeks before seeing their full pain relief results.

Schedule Your Visit Today!

If you are looking for relief from chronic pain or inflammation, ultrasound-guided injections may be the right treatment option for you. At Paragon Health Group in Bakersfield & Newport Beach, our experienced team specializes in providing safe and effective treatments to help relieve symptoms across a wide range of causes and conditions. Schedule an appointment today and take the first step toward seeing relief that makes a real change in your life through ultrasound guided injections.