If you’re experiencing persistent joint pain caused by bursitis, tendonitis, or inflammation, bursa injections can provide targeted relief and help restore mobility without surgery. At TOPS Institute, our board-certified interventional pain management specialists offer advanced bursitis injections in Los Angeles, including cortisone injections and high-dose PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy, to reduce pain, improve function, and support long-term healing.
Whether you’re suffering from hip bursitis, shoulder bursitis, knee bursitis, or elbow bursitis, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan based on your condition and recovery goals.
A bursa injection is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat inflammation within a bursa—a small, fluid-filled sac that cushions the bones, tendons, and muscles around your joints. When a bursa becomes irritated or inflamed, a condition known as bursitis, it can cause significant pain, swelling, and reduced mobility.
Bursa injections deliver medication directly into the affected area to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and improve movement.
Depending on your diagnosis, treatment may include:
Our physicians use ultrasound-guided or fluoroscopic-guided injections whenever appropriate to maximize precision and treatment effectiveness.
Common treatment areas include:
Bursa injections are performed in our outpatient office and typically take only 15 to 30 minutes.
Before the procedure, the treatment area is cleaned and numbed with a local anesthetic. Using advanced image guidance, your physician carefully positions the needle within the inflamed bursa before administering the prescribed medication.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during treatment and are able to return home shortly afterward.
Depending on the type of injection performed:
Your physician will provide personalized aftercare instructions to help maximize your recovery.
You may be a candidate for a bursitis injection if you have:
During your consultation, our pain specialists will perform a comprehensive evaluation and recommend the most appropriate treatment based on your symptoms, imaging studies, activity level, and overall health.
Cortisone injections reduce inflammation quickly and are often recommended for patients experiencing painful bursitis flare-ups.
Benefits include:
Cortisone injections are an excellent option for patients seeking immediate symptom relief while participating in rehabilitation or physical therapy.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy uses a concentrated solution of your own platelets to support the body’s natural healing response.
High-dose PRP may help:
PRP therapy is commonly considered for patients with chronic bursitis, tendon injuries, and degenerative soft tissue conditions who are looking for regenerative treatment options.
At TOPS Institute, we provide advanced, personalized treatment for cervical and lumbar facet joint pain.
Patients choose our practice for:
Every patient’s condition is different. We carefully evaluate your diagnosis, symptoms, activity level, and treatment goals to recommend the injection therapy most likely to provide meaningful relief.
Our specialists utilize ultrasound and fluoroscopic guidance to ensure accurate needle placement, improving treatment effectiveness while minimizing discomfort and complications.
Bursa injections are outpatient procedures that require little downtime, allowing most patients to return to normal daily activities shortly after treatment.
Our board-certified physicians specialize in interventional pain management and regenerative medicine, providing evidence-based care using the latest minimally invasive treatment techniques.
Bursa injections are commonly used to treat:
Targeted injections help reduce pain while improving mobility and daily function.
Corticosteroid injections quickly reduce inflammation and are highly effective for patients experiencing acute bursitis pain.
Many patients begin noticing improvement within several days following treatment.
PRP therapy utilizes your body’s own growth factors to promote tissue repair and long-term healing. While improvement develops more gradually than cortisone, PRP may offer lasting benefits for selected patients with chronic inflammation.
Using ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance allows our physicians to accurately target the inflamed bursa, increasing treatment precision and helping optimize outcomes.
Patients often choose bursa injections because they offer:
Bursa injections are generally very safe when performed by experienced specialists.
Possible side effects may include:
Our physicians review all risks, benefits, and post-procedure instructions during your consultation to ensure a safe recovery.
A bursa injection delivers medication directly into an inflamed bursa to reduce swelling, relieve pain, and improve joint movement. Depending on your condition, treatment may involve cortisone, PRP therapy, or a combination of medications.
Patients with persistent bursitis pain that has not improved with rest, medications, or physical therapy may benefit from a bursa injection. A consultation with one of our pain specialists will determine whether this treatment is appropriate for your condition.
Results vary depending on the underlying condition and the type of injection used. Cortisone injections may provide relief lasting several weeks to months, while PRP therapy may offer longer-term improvement in appropriately selected patients.
Bursa injections commonly treat:
A trochanteric bursa injection treats inflammation affecting the outer hip. It is commonly recommended for patients with chronic hip pain caused by trochanteric bursitis when conservative treatments have not provided sufficient relief.
The best treatment depends on your diagnosis and goals. Cortisone injections typically provide faster short-term pain relief, while PRP therapy aims to stimulate the body’s natural healing response and may provide longer-lasting improvement in selected patients.
Yes. Bursa injections are considered safe when performed by experienced physicians using image guidance. Serious complications are uncommon, and most side effects are mild and temporary.
Most patients experience only mild discomfort. A local anesthetic is used to numb the area, and the procedure is completed quickly.
The frequency of injections depends on your diagnosis, response to treatment, and the type of injection being used. Your physician will recommend an individualized treatment schedule that balances symptom relief with long-term joint health.
Most patients return home immediately after the procedure. Mild soreness may occur for a day or two, while pain relief typically begins within several days after cortisone injections or develops gradually over several weeks following PRP therapy.
Living with bursitis doesn’t have to limit your lifestyle. Whether you need fast pain relief with a cortisone injection or are interested in the regenerative benefits of high-dose PRP therapy, our experienced pain management specialists are here to help.
At TOPS Institute, we provide personalized, minimally invasive treatments designed to relieve pain, improve mobility, and help you get back to doing what you love.
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