There’s one main type of injection used before hip replacement surgery, and it serves a dual purpose: diagnosis and pain management. Let’s break it down: Type of Injection: Corticosteroid Injection: This injection delivers a combination of medications directly into the hip joint. What it Does: Diagnosis: The injection’s effectiveness in reducing pain can help pinpoint the source of the pain. Under Anesthesia: In rare cases, the doctor might recommend performing the injection under anesthesia. Here’s why: Anxiety and Comfort: General anesthesia or sedation keeps you completely relaxed and pain-free throughout the procedure. This can be particularly helpful if you have a strong fear of needles or experience significant anxiety in medical settings. Accuracy: Anesthesia allows the doctor to perform the injection with greater precision. Since you’re completely still, any involuntary movements are minimized, ensuring the medication reaches the intended target within the joint space. #hipinjections #hippain #corticosteroid #orthopedicsurgeon