Service
Joint Injections for Arthritis
Ultrasound-guided platelet-rich plasma for arthritis in any joint. In the office, home the same day.
Arthritis can hurt in any joint. At Mississippi Motion, the injection Dr. Penton uses is platelet-rich plasma, guided by ultrasound and done in the office.
That includes the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle. You go home the same day.
- Shoulder
- Elbow
- Wrist
- Hip
- Knee
- Ankle
Why people come in
Something Other Than Cortisone
Many patients have already had cortisone. They come to Mississippi Motion because they want a different option. Dr. Penton discusses the downsides of cortisone with every patient.
For arthritis, platelet-rich plasma is the injection he uses. It is prepared from your own blood and placed in the joint that hurts. PRP is not a guarantee of pain relief or restored function.
The visit
What Happens in the Office
- 1The Conversation
Dr. Penton talks through why you are here, including cortisone injections you may have had somewhere else.
- 2Exam and Ultrasound
A focused exam and in-office ultrasound show which joint is arthritic and where an injection should go.
- 3PRP Injection
Platelets are prepared from your blood and placed in the joint under ultrasound guidance.
- 4Home the Same Day
You leave the office the same day. Soreness for several days is common.
The blood draw, the double-spin preparation, how to get ready, and the risks are on the Platelet-Rich Plasma page, along with the patient handout.
Cost
Insurance and the Fee
PRP is considered an elective or self-pay treatment by many insurance plans. Coverage varies by company and policy. The fee is due at the time of treatment unless other arrangements have been made.
Call (601) 620-6225 for current pricing and payment options.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which joints can be treated?
Dr. Penton uses platelet-rich plasma for arthritis in any joint, including the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle.
Do you use cortisone for arthritis?
People often arrive because they want something other than cortisone. Dr. Penton discusses the downsides of cortisone with every patient. For arthritis, PRP is the injection he uses.
Is the injection ultrasound-guided?
Yes. Diagnostic ultrasound is part of the visit, and the PRP injection is guided so it reaches the joint that hurts.
How many PRP injections will I need?
There is no set number. Some people need one treatment, and some need more. The plan depends on the diagnosis and how you respond. PRP is not a guarantee of pain relief or restored function.
Will insurance pay for a PRP joint injection?
PRP is considered an elective or self-pay treatment by many insurance plans. Coverage varies. The fee is due at the visit unless other arrangements have been made. Call the office for current pricing.
Next step
Talk Through Arthritis in the Joint That Hurts
Dr. Penton can examine the joint, look with ultrasound, and tell you whether platelet-rich plasma is the right injection.
- Any Arthritic Joint
- Ultrasound-Guided PRP
- Home the Same Day
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