Dr. Barry Dworkin

Small study with caveats suggests that osteoarthritic knees worsen after steroid injections. I am not convinced but open to further evidence to establish veracity.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for December 1, 2022

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Source:
A common treatment for your knee osteoarthritis may be making it worse, studies say

Reference:
Steroid Injections Worsen Knee Arthritis

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