when a joint is swollen sometimes joint fluid is removed before cortisone is injected. if fluid is removed it can be analyzed to determine what caused the joint to swell. this is a big advantage as it is a powerful and accurate diagnostic test. a distinct benefit of a corticosteroid injection is that the relief of localized inflammation in a particular body area is more rapid and powerful than with traditional anti-inflammatory medications given by mouth such as aspirin. a single injection also can avoid certain side effects notably irritation of the stomach that can accompany many oral anti-inflammatory medications. cortisone injections can be administered easily in the doctor's office. other advantages include the rapid onset of the medication's action dependability and minimal side effects.
what are the advantages of cortisone injections?