Knee Injections in Queens, NY

What Is Knee Injection Therapy?

Knee injections deliver medication directly into the joint to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and improve flexibility. They are often recommended to help patients delay or avoid knee replacement surgery.

As the body’s largest and most complex joints, knees are highly vulnerable to injury and wear-and-tear. Ligament tears, arthritis, tendonitis, and degenerative changes can all cause pain that limits daily activities. At Axis Pain and Sports Management, Dr. Yakub Abrakhimov, MD provides advanced interventional treatments, including knee injections, to restore mobility and reduce discomfort.

Types of Knee Injections

• Corticosteroid Injections
  Reduce inflammation and swelling for short- to medium-term pain relief.
  
• Viscosupplementation (Hyaluronic Acid Injections)
  Provides lubrication to improve joint function and reduce stiffness.
  
• Genicular Nerve Block Injections
  Interrupt pain signals from the nerves around the knee. Often paired with radiofrequency ablation for longer-lasting relief.
  
• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
  Uses growth factors from your own blood to stimulate healing, improve lubrication, and slow cartilage degeneration.
  

Dr. Abrakhimov selects the appropriate injection based on your diagnosis, ensuring the treatment is tailored to your condition and activity goals.

Conditions Treated with Knee Injections

Knee injections may be used to treat:

• Osteoarthritis
  
• Ligament tears
  
• Meniscus injuries
  
• Knee bursitis
  
• Tendonitis and patellar tendonitis
  
• Iliotibial band syndrome
  
• Patellofemoral pain syndrome
  
• Rheumatoid arthritis
  
• Sports and overuse injuries

What to Expect During the Procedure

• Your physician reviews your medical history and performs diagnostic imaging, if needed.
  
• The injection site is cleaned and numbed with a topical anesthetic.
  
• Under fluoroscopy or ultrasound guidance, medication is precisely injected into the joint.
  
• The procedure usually takes less than 20 minutes.
  
• Some soreness at the injection site is normal and fades quickly.
  

Most patients experience relief within a few days, and results can last weeks to months depending on the treatment type.

Benefits of Knee Injections

• Quick, minimally invasive treatment
  
• Reduced pain and inflammation
  
• Improved flexibility and mobility
  
• No downtime or hospital stay
  
• May delay or eliminate the need for surgery
  
• Effective for a wide variety of knee conditions

Why Choose Axis Pain and Sports Management?

• Experienced physician: Dr. Yakub Abrakhimov is board-certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine with fellowship training in interventional pain management.
  
• Advanced precision: All injections are performed using image guidance for accuracy and safety.
  
• Personalized treatment: Each plan is customized to your specific diagnosis and goals.
• Convenient location: Comprehensive care provided at our Queens, NY office.