Injections, Drips & Treatments
About this service
Joint injection or aspiration is a procedure performed in our rooms at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek to relieve pain and swelling in a joint. Aspiration involves removing built-up fluid from the joint, which can ease pressure and discomfort, while an injection delivers medication directly into the joint to reduce inflammation.
Your doctor will examine the affected joint first and explain which approach is appropriate for your situation. This procedure is often used for joints such as the knee, shoulder, or elbow when swelling or pain is limiting movement, and it is typically completed within a single visit to our rooms.
What to expect
- The area is cleaned and may be numbed before the procedure
- A needle is used to remove fluid, deliver medication, or both
- The injection or aspiration itself takes only a few minutes in our rooms
- Some mild soreness at the site is possible afterwards
- Your doctor will advise on aftercare and any activity restrictions
Who is it for?
You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:
- Persistent joint pain and swelling
- A joint that feels tight, stiff, or fluid-filled
- Reduced range of movement in a joint
- Ongoing joint inflammation from arthritis or injury
- A doctor's recommendation after examination
Frequently asked questions
How soon does a cortisone joint injection start working?
Some relief can come within a day or two as the medication settles the inflammation, though it can take up to a week. Your doctor will tell you what is realistic for your joint.
Which joints can be injected or aspirated in the rooms?
Commonly the knee, shoulder and elbow, though other joints can be treated too. Your doctor examines the joint first and decides whether an injection, an aspiration or both is the right approach.
Do I need to rest after a joint injection?
Taking it easy for a day or two afterwards is usually recommended, avoiding heavy use of the joint. Your doctor will give you specific advice on activity and when to return to sport or work.
Ready to book your joint injection / aspiration?
Choose a date and time online and we will confirm your appointment at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek. Medical aid and private patients welcome.