Quote Originally Posted by caseysmom
I got a steroid shot last week and it did help for a few days, I am not sure how often you can get them. My husband doesn't want me to get it anymore because there are risks involved, I just want out of pain.
I have tendonitis in my rotator cuff and bursitis in my hips. So I'm a pro at steroid shots, pain killers, etc. Losing sleep is the worst when you can't get cozy.

The shots are local and according to my rheumatologist don't go into the bloodstream the same way the predisone pils do. However, one doctor gave me so many shots in my hips whenever I needed them (often), I developed a "crater" on my right hip. But the orthopedic said the shots weren't done incorrectly, gave me a shot 8 months ago and I've been pain free since. If you have to take a 7 day prednisone pack, I suggest you go for it, as it will, hopefully relieve the pain and welling. 7days isn't too bad. As painful as it may be, physical therapy has always been a life saver for me. If you stick with it, the results can be amazing.

You have my sympathy. Hope you find relief soon. A good orthopedic and PT will do wonders. Hugs to you!