Injections for joint
inflammation and pain

We offer steroid injections for joint inflammation and soft tissue problems in several areas of the body, as well as hyaluronic acid (HA) injections to relieve pain in an osteoarthritic knee joint.

Steroid Injection (also known as cortisone) suitable for several different joints in the body

Relief for acutely inflamed joints from sports injury or osteoarthritis

Relief for soft tissue problems such as certain tendon or muscular issues.

Appointments booked with specialist doctor and if an injection is the best course of action for the issue, then it is adminstered on the same day

Hyaluronic Acid Injections for knees using Durolane & Cingal

Durolane is a single-injection hyaluronic acid treatment designed to relieve Osteoarthritis (OA) pain of the knee by cushioning and lubricating the joint.

Cingal is a combined hyaluronic acid and steroid injection for the knee, designed to offer the benefits of cushioning & lubricating the joint as well as releiving inflammation and swelling.

A knee injection appointment is booked in with one of our specialist doctors and there will be time to discuss the best treatment for your knee issue. Injections are given on the same day.

Which joints can be treated and what is the cost?

Steroid injection - for all joints listed below

Available at our Bournemouth, Ashley Cross & Poundbury Clinics

One joint injection is £145 and Two joint injections at same appointment is £197

Elbow Joint (Including Tennis Elbow and Golfers Elbow)

Small joints of the hand and feet

Finger tendons for trigger finger and trigger thumb

Wrist (De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis) Knees

Carpal Tunnel

Thumb Joint

Big Toe arthritis

Plantar Fascia (Plantar Fasciitis) – sole of foot

Outer hip for Trochanteric Burstitis

Shoulder Joint (Including Rotator Cuff Syndrome and Frozen Shoulder) & Sub Acromial pain syndrome

Durolane injection - for knees only

Available at our Bournemouth, Ashley Cross & Poundbury Clinics

One knee injection is £241.50. Both knees at same appointment is priced at £390

Durolane is a Hyaluronic Acid which acts like a lubricant and shock absorber in the synovial fluid. A Durolane injection may cushion your joint and manage your symptoms

As early as 2 weeks after an injection, Durolane can reduce OA joint pain and improve the physical activity and quality of life.

If you have osteoarthritis joint pain in your knee and you are not getting enough pain relief from oral medications, physical therapy or steroids, then Durolane might be right for you.

Cingal injection - for knees only

Available at our Bournemouth, Ashley Cross & Poundbury Clinics

One knee injection is £295.50. Both knees at same appointment is priced at £498.

Cingal is a combined Hyaluronic Acid & steroid injection designed for rapid, long-lasting pain relief (up to 6 months) in patients with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis. 

It works as a viscosupplement that lubricates the joint while treating inflammation, offering a non-animal-based solution for improved mobility. 

If you have osteoarthritis joint pain in your knee and you are not getting enough pain relief from oral medications, physical therapy or steroids, then Cingal might be right for you. 

Meet our joint injections team

Dr Andrew Summer

Bournemouth, Ashley Cross, Poundbury

Andrew has been a GP for over 30 years and has many years under his belt administering all types of joint injection including the hyaluronic acid injections for knees.

Dr Eoghan de Burca

Bournemouth

Eoghan has many years of experience performing joint injections and has seen first-hand the difference they can make for patients with painful joints. Eoghan is always happy to talk through the available options so patients can make an informed decision about their treatment.

Dr Zara Mufti

Bournemouth

Zara has been a GP for over 10 years and as well as the other services she offers, she is very proficient in administering steroid injections for inflamed joints.

Dr Tim Alder

Bournemouth

Dr Alder has been a GP in the local area for 30 years. He has many years experience administering all types of joint injection.