Injection Clinic

About Our Ultrasound-Guided Injection Clinic

Our clinic offers a consultant-led service for treating a wide range of joint and muscle conditions using ultrasound-guided injections. These include Corticosteroid and Hyaluronic Acid injections.

Our Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultants are highly experienced in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal issues, working with everyone from the general public to elite athletes.

Why Choose Ultrasound-Guided Injections?

Ultrasound-guided injections allow the consultant to see exactly where the needle is going, ensuring the injection is placed in the right spot. This makes the treatment safer, more effective, and longer-lasting, while reducing the risk of complications.

Conditions we treat

Hip

· Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

Knee

· Osteoarthritis

· ITB Syndrome

· Meniscus Damage

· Patellofemoral Joint Issues

Foot & Ankle

· Ankle Joint Osteoarthritis

· Plantar Fasciitis

· Tenosynovitis

· Morton’s Neuroma

Shoulder

· Shoulder Bursitis

· Frozen Shoulder

· Acromioclavicular Joint Issues

· Rotator Cuff-Related Pain

Elbow

· Tennis Elbow

· Golfer’s Elbow

· Osteoarthritis

Wrist & Hand

· Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

· TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Issues

· Trigger Finger

· De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

What Are Steroid Injections?

Steroids can reduce inflammation and pain, and some occur naturally in the body. The steroids used in injections mimic these natural ones to target inflammation and provide pain relief.

Steroid injections are often used for conditions that involve pain and inflammation, such as:

· Osteoarthritis

· Soft tissue injuries

It’s important to note that these steroids are different from the anabolic steroids used by bodybuilders. While steroid injections provide quick relief, the effects are usually temporary.

What Is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance used to treat Osteoarthritis and tendon-related conditions. In our clinic, we use Ostenil Plus during treatment.

Hyaluronic acid helps restore the balance of joint fluid, easing pain and improving movement. It’s a safe treatment option and can be part of a wider rehabilitation program. Like steroids, the effects are temporary, but it’s a great option for active individuals looking to manage joint pain naturally and continue exercising.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

1. Initial Consultation At your first appointment, the consultant will assess your condition using ultrasound to determine if an injection is right for you. If recommended, you’ll receive detailed information to take home, so you can understand the procedure’s risks and benefits. If the consultant feels an injection isn’t the best option for you, they’ll discuss other treatments that are more suitable for your condition.

2. Injection Appointment If you decide to proceed, you’ll book a second appointment for the injection. Afterward, physiotherapy is often recommended to help you get the best results from the treatment.

Our Clinicians

Dr Sam Thistleton MBCHB, MRCP, DSEM, MFSEM, MCISMSPA

Dr Thistleton qualified from the University of Sheffield in 2012 and went on become a consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine.

After gaining experience working in an acute hospital setting, he now specialises in Sports and Exercise Medicine.

He holds a role working for a Premier League football academy as well as the FA. He is on the National Sports Medicine Register and works as a Consultant Sports Medicine Doctor for Bupa.

His areas of expertise include musculoskeletal medicine and rehabilitation, as well as medical issues and symptoms relating to exercise participation such as concussion, cardiac screening, breathlessness and undue fatigue.

Dr Roshan Gunasekera MBChB BMedSci (Hons) MRCP MSc (SEM) FFSEM PgCert (Lead) PgCert (MedEd) PgCert (MSKUS) FHEA

Training: Roshan was awarded the prestigious National Institute for Healthcare and Research (NIHR) Academic Clinical Fellowship allowing him to complete specialist training at esteemed institutions such as the UK Institute of Sport and the National Centre of Sport and Exercise Medicine in Sheffield.

Professional Experience: Roshan has built an extensive career since 2013, working in elite sport and managing recreational sports enthusiasts alike. Currently based at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, he stands out as the only Sport, Exercise & Musculoskeletal Medicine Consultant within NHS Secondary Care in Yorkshire. His expertise has been developed through roles in various high-profile sports and major international events. These include, Commonwealth Games, Super League Rugby, Championship Rugby and Premier League Football, where he served as Club Doctor for Sheffield United Football Club.

Academic Contributions: In addition to his clinical work, Roshan is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at The University of Sheffield. His has shared his academic work internationally through publications in scientific journals and chapters in sport medicine textbooks. He is also a dedicated tutor for post graduate qualifications in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound at Brunel University, sharing his knowledge and expertise with the next generation of medical professionals.