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Cortisone injections benefit a range of musculoskeletal conditions
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Cortisone injections benefit a range of musculoskeletal conditions
Wednesday 18 July 2018, 04:10 PM

The more localised the problem, the more effective a cortisone injection directed to the site will be
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Medical opinion on cortisone injections is varied; this outline represents a mainstream view of experienced clinicians managing patients with musculoskeletal disorders
Key points, A cortisone injection is not a cure-all but works as part of a total treatment package.
The most common side effects of cortisone injections are dim
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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