Ultrasound-Guided Injection Therapy
An Injection Is Only as Good as Its Placement
Studies show that “blind” joint injections — done by feel alone — miss their target a surprising percentage of the time, especially in the hip and shoulder. Every injection at Treasure Coast Non-Surgical Orthopedics is performed under live ultrasound guidance, so Dr. O watches the needle reach the exact target before anything is delivered. Precision isn’t a luxury; it’s the difference between relief and a shrug.
Injection Treatments We Offer
Honest Talk About Cortisone
Cortisone works — quickly. But it’s a tool with a right and a wrong use. Repeated cortisone in tendons can weaken them, and frequent injections into arthritic joints may not help long-term. We use cortisone where evidence supports it — calming a hot joint, breaking a pain cycle, enabling rehab — and we’ll tell you when an orthobiologic approach is the smarter investment.
What to Expect
Most injections take minutes, in-office, with patients returning to light activity the same day. You’ll know what we’re injecting, why, what it costs, and what result to expect — before we start.
Answers from Dr. Ogunsola
The questions Treasure Coast patients search most — answered with the same honesty you'll get in the office.
Do ultrasound-guided injections hurt more?
No — typically less. Guided placement means fewer repositioning attempts and avoids sensitive structures. Most patients describe brief pressure rather than significant pain.
How long does a cortisone shot last?
Typically weeks to a few months depending on the condition and severity. If relief is consistently short-lived, that’s a signal to discuss longer-horizon options like PRP rather than repeating cortisone indefinitely.
What do knee gel injections do?
Hyaluronic acid supplements the joint’s natural lubricant. For mild-to-moderate knee arthritis, gel injections can reduce pain for several months — results vary, and we’ll be candid about whether you’re a good candidate.
Are injections covered by insurance?
Cortisone and gel injections are typically covered by Medicare when medically indicated. PRP, BMAC AND MFAT are generally self-pay; you’ll receive exact pricing before treatment.
Disclaimer: “Individual results vary. PRP and BMAC are autologous treatments performed under FDA regulations for same-day use of a patient’s own tissue; they are not FDA-approved to treat specific orthopedic conditions. Information on this site is educational and is not a substitute for an in-person medical evaluation.”