Description

Intra-articular injections involve the administration of medication directly into a joint space. This technique is commonly used to deliver corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid to relieve pain and inflammation associated with various joint conditions.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this procedure in various ways, but 'inyección intraarticular' is the formal term to use in clinical settings. Avoid colloquial terms that may not be understood universally, and ensure clarity when discussing the specific joint being treated.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor recommended intra-articular injections to manage the patient's arthritis symptoms.

ES: El médico recomendó la inyección intraarticular para manejar los síntomas de la artritis del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'intra-articular' with 'intra-muscular'; mispronouncing 'inyección' as 'infección'; using informal language instead of formal medical terminology.