Publications by authors named "Tim Woodhead"
BMC Musculoskelet Disord
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- Cortico-Steroid Injections (CSI) are commonly prescribed for Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS), but their effectiveness in improving pain varies among patients.
- A systematic review of 466 studies identified 8 key studies involving 643 participants, revealing that demographic factors like age or obesity do not significantly impact pain outcomes post-CSI.
- Patients with other musculoskeletal conditions are likely to experience less pain relief from CSI, while injections into the Trochanteric Bursa provide longer-lasting benefits compared to other injection sites. Further research is encouraged to explore the role of ultrasound imaging in treatment effectiveness.
