Costotransverse Joint Injections

These small joints at the junction of the rib and the vertebrae of the thoracic spine can become inflamed and painful in association with injury or degenerative change.  Pain is usually localised to the back and adjacent chest wall, and is worse with movement, activity and certain positions.

X-ray guided injection of local anaesthetic and steroid medication into the joint can provide both diagnostic information and pain relief for weeks to months, that can be repeated as necessary.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Northern Pain Centre can facilitate you obtaining a second opinion. Please discuss this with us.

Learn more

• Northern Pain Centre Patient Education Sheet – Costotransverse Joint Injection
• Northern Pain Centre Patient Education Sheet – Preoperative Medication List – Category A
• Northern Pain Centre Post Procedure Pain Diary

Disclaimer

The contents contained within this page are not a substitute for your own independent health professional’s advice, diagnosis or treatment. Northern Pain Centre treats every patient’s condition individually and provides evidence-based treatments to suit this.  Treatment’s may vary based on this individual assessment and your medical history.  If you would like to find out whether our treatments are suitable for your specific condition, please arrange a consultation with one of our team.  Please note there are risks associated with any procedure, and some are more common than others.  You should discuss the risks associated with any recommended treatment with your doctor. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Northern Pain Centre can facilitate you obtaining a second opinion. Please discuss this with us.