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Athletic Training |
Cortisone Injections10/01/2009 |
would cortisone injections help with torn ligaments
It depends on the severity of the ligament tear. Cortisone injections are most commonly used to control inflammation and swelling. An injection should be supplemented with ice, activity modification, and physical therapy.
Cortisone injections can also limit pain, which in addition to the anti-inflammatory affect, may allow for quicker healing, but they do not have a direct effect on healing. I would follow-up with your local physician to ascertain if there would be any benefit versus risk to having this done.
Good Luck!
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Kristen Bretz, MS, ATC Assistant Athletic Trainer Athletic Training Division at OSU School of Allied Medical Professions College of Medicine The Ohio State University |
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