£370 all-in · No GP referral needed · Usually seen within days
A private cortisone (steroid) injection at Premier Private GP costs £250, plus a £120 Pain Clinic Consultation, so £370 in total. It is given at our CQC-registered clinic in Bagshot, using ultrasound guidance where needed, to ease joint and soft-tissue pain in areas such as the knee, shoulder and hip. You do not need a GP referral, and appointments are usually available within days.
A cortisone injection, also called a steroid injection, puts a corticosteroid medicine directly into or around a painful joint or soft tissue. It reduces inflammation in that area, which can ease pain and help you move more comfortably.
Because the medicine goes straight to where it is needed, the dose is low and it mainly acts around the joint rather than through the whole body.
We use cortisone injections for joint and soft-tissue pain in the knees, shoulders, hips and smaller joints. Examples include:
Your clinician will check whether an injection is right for your condition at your consultation.
At Premier Private GP, a cortisone injection costs £250. Every treatment starts with a £120 Pain Clinic Consultation, so the total is £370.
We always confirm the full cost before anything goes ahead.
Pain Clinic Consultation: assessment of your pain and a check that an injection is right for you.
Cortisone injection, using ultrasound guidance where needed.
The full cost, confirmed with you before treatment.
Most people notice the effect within a few days. Some have a short flare of pain for a day or two before it starts to work.
Relief can last from a few weeks to several months, and it varies from person to person. If your pain comes back, your clinician can advise whether another injection is suitable. Usually no more than 3 are given into the same joint in a year.
For knee osteoarthritis, a longer-lasting non-steroidal option is also available. Read our guide to the Arthrosamid knee injection.
| Feature | Cortisone | Arthrosamid |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Steroid medicine | Non-steroidal hydrogel |
| Used for | Many joints and soft tissues | Knee osteoarthritis |
| Number of injections | Can be repeated, usually up to 3 a year per joint | Usually one |
| Typical aim | Short to medium-term relief | Long-lasting relief |
| Treatment price | £250 | Confirmed at consultation |
Every treatment starts with a Pain Clinic Consultation from £120.
Ultrasound shows the joint and surrounding tissues on a screen during the injection, so the medicine can be placed accurately. We use ultrasound guidance where needed, and your clinician will explain how your injection will be given.
Read more about our ultrasound-guided injections.
A Pain Clinic Consultation to assess your pain and check that an injection is right for you. The full cost is confirmed.
The injection is given at our Bagshot clinic, using ultrasound guidance where needed. It is usually a short appointment.
Rest the area for 24 to 48 hours and avoid strenuous activity. If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar for a few days.
£370 in total, including your consultation. No GP referral needed, and appointments are usually available within days.
At Premier Private GP, a cortisone injection costs £250, plus a £120 Pain Clinic Consultation, so £370 in total. We confirm the full cost before anything goes ahead.
It usually starts to work within a few days. Relief can last from a few weeks to several months, and it varies from person to person.
Usually no more than 3 into the same joint in a year, because repeated injections can affect the joint and surrounding tissues. Your clinician will advise what is right for you.
Most people find it tolerable, and any discomfort is brief. Some people have a short flare of pain for a day or two afterwards.
Most people have no problems. Possible side effects include a temporary flare of pain, facial flushing and, in people with diabetes, a short-term rise in blood sugar. Infection is rare. Your clinician will go through the risks with you before treatment.
No. You can book directly, and appointments are usually available within days.
Our CQC-registered clinic is at 6 Tanners Yard, London Road, Bagshot, Surrey GU19 5HD. We see patients from Bagshot, Guildford, Camberley, Ascot, Woking and the surrounding areas.
Dr Muddassar Ahmed is the founder and lead clinician at Premier Private GP. He reviews our health guides to make sure they are accurate, clear and up to date.
Injections are given by experienced specialist injection practitioners, working under our CQC-registered clinic.
This page is for general information and does not replace advice from a clinician. Results vary from person to person, and suitability is confirmed at your consultation.
