Cortisone injections

HaZe_X · 11-08-2010, 10:27 PM

Does any one here get cortisone injections? I get about 3 injections into my shoulder a year to help with an injury from about 4-5 years ago, had a torn rotator cuff; had surgery to correct the problem, then a year later had a 2nd surgery to remove inflammation in the same shoulder.

Anyway, a good friend was telling me how bad it is to get these injection since over time the cortisone will eventually eat way the tissue in the shoulder muscle. Had anyone ever heard of this? I already take enough oxycodone for those bad days and when the shots starts to wear off and would hate to have to up my dose of pain killers if the injections will lead to future problems.

Again, I know you all aren't doctors, just seeing if anyone has any input or long term use.

Xanthos · 11-08-2010, 10:41 PM

Good reading on the subject:

http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercis...uries-worth-it
- X

LoneStar · 11-08-2010, 11:13 PM

I'm a medical student, but I am in no way a doctor yet. I'll attemp to answer your question:

Cortisone can eat away the muscle (called muscular atrophy) but this is a VERY rare side effect that occurs with prolonged (daily) use. Since you only receive the injection 3 times a year, you shouldn't have any problems. The next time you visit your doctor let him know your concerns; he should give you more information pertaining specifically to you!

2ndgenz28 · 11-08-2010, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by LoneStarCamaro

I'm a medical student, but I am in no way a doctor yet. I'll attemp to answer your question:

Cortisone can eat away the muscle (called muscular atrophy) but this is a VERY rare side effect that occurs with prolonged (daily) use. Since you only receive the injection 3 times a year, you shouldn't have any problems. The next time you visit your doctor let him know your concerns; he should give you more information pertaining specifically to you!

Did you stay at a HolidayInn Express last night????

LoneStar · 11-08-2010, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 2ndgenz28

Did you stay at a HolidayInn Express last night????

...... I don't get it.

Xanthos · 11-08-2010, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by LoneStarCamaro

...... I don't get it.

He was referring to a line of commercials...
- X

LoneStar · 11-08-2010, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Xanthos

He was referring to a line of commercials...
- X

Ahh. Just youtubed "Holiday inn". I hadn't seen one of those commercial...

v6sonoma · 11-08-2010, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 2ndgenz28

Did you stay at a HolidayInn Express last night????

No but give him 15 minutes and he might save you 15% on car insurance.

LoneStar · 11-09-2010, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by v6sonoma

No but give him 15 minutes and he might save you 15% on car insurance.

What's in YOUR wallet?

2ndgenz28 · 11-09-2010, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by LoneStarCamaro

What's in YOUR wallet?

Farfegnugen

PQ · 11-09-2010, 12:36 PM

I always heard Cortizone was bad long term. Maybe something has changed in the passed 17 years. But I tore my shoulder up doing incline bench presses with 225 lbs. No spotter is what did it. Had to lift the bar from behind me and then rotate it forward then start the reps.

The cortizone shot DEFINITELY worked. But be VERY aware that it masks the injury pain, and if you don't take it easy, you'll do more damage. I did. PISSED my orthopedic doctor off. He basicaly told me that if I don't listen to him, he can't help me. And he showed me the door. lol

2ndgenz28 · 11-09-2010, 01:02 PM

See any of that new physical therapy study stuff???

Said that in the past when you got hurt, they would work the injured area but a new study shows that folks heal quicker if you put the focus of physical therapy on the un-injured side.

Like you hurt your right shoulder, well if they focus the therapy on your left shoulder instead, your right heals quicker...........

PAUL SS · 11-09-2010, 01:52 PM

My doctor thought a cortizone shot may help with my neck problem, but he called it a double edge sword. Yes it may help, but it may also be a short term solution with side effects that are worse than the original problem. See PQ's post above, #11.

11-08-2010, 10:41 PM	#2
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11-08-2010, 10:27 PM	#1
HaZe_X Drives: Trailblazer SS & Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: North Jersey Posts: 758	Cortisone injections Does any one here get cortisone injections? I get about 3 injections into my shoulder a year to help with an injury from about 4-5 years ago, had a torn rotator cuff; had surgery to correct the problem, then a year later had a 2nd surgery to remove inflammation in the same shoulder. Anyway, a good friend was telling me how bad it is to get these injection since over time the cortisone will eventually eat way the tissue in the shoulder muscle. Had anyone ever heard of this? I already take enough oxycodone for those bad days and when the shots starts to wear off and would hate to have to up my dose of pain killers if the injections will lead to future problems. Again, I know you all aren't doctors, just seeing if anyone has any input or long term use. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS/LS3 -Black on Black - Kooks 1-7/8 Headers, Dyno Tuned, ADM Race CAI, QTP Cutouts, Hurst Short Throw, SJM Line Lock, Alpine PDX 1.1000, (2) Alpine Type R's, ...Soon to be cammed!

11-08-2010, 11:13 PM	#3
LoneStar Drives: 2011 IOM Camaro Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 3,446	I'm a medical student, but I am in no way a doctor yet. I'll attemp to answer your question: Cortisone can eat away the muscle (called muscular atrophy) but this is a VERY rare side effect that occurs with prolonged (daily) use. Since you only receive the injection 3 times a year, you shouldn't have any problems. The next time you visit your doctor let him know your concerns; he should give you more information pertaining specifically to you!

11-09-2010, 12:36 PM	#11
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,717 View My Garage	I always heard Cortizone was bad long term. Maybe something has changed in the passed 17 years. But I tore my shoulder up doing incline bench presses with 225 lbs. No spotter is what did it. Had to lift the bar from behind me and then rotate it forward then start the reps. The cortizone shot DEFINITELY worked. But be VERY aware that it masks the injury pain, and if you don't take it easy, you'll do more damage. I did. PISSED my orthopedic doctor off. He basicaly told me that if I don't listen to him, he can't help me. And he showed me the door. lol __________________

11-09-2010, 01:02 PM	#12
2ndgenz28 Thread Killer Drives: All Black Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NWO Toledo Area Posts: 4,720	See any of that new physical therapy study stuff??? Said that in the past when you got hurt, they would work the injured area but a new study shows that folks heal quicker if you put the focus of physical therapy on the un-injured side. Like you hurt your right shoulder, well if they focus the therapy on your left shoulder instead, your right heals quicker...........