This ebook will provide an in-depth look at steroid injections for plantar fasciitis. It includes helpful information about the types of injection available, the risks and potential side effects, as well as a post-injection care plan.
With this ebook, you can expect to gain a better understanding of your treatment options and how to best manage your foot pain.
What Are Steroid Injections?
Steroid injections are administered directly to the painful area.
Corticosteroids reduce inflammation and swelling, relieving pain and speeding up the healing process.
Steroid injections are effective in foot and ankle conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Morton's neuroma, bursitis, and also early arthritis.
How Do Steroid Injections Work?
Steroid injections reduce swelling and pain by suppressing the immune system's inflammatory response.
It is important to note that steroid injections should only be administered under medical supervision due to their potential side effects.
Should I have a Steroid Injection?
If you have inflammation around their foot and ankle you may benefit from a steroid injection.
They can alleviate chronic pain, swelling or inflammation that doesn’t respond to other treatments such as medications or physical therapy.
Prof Ros Miller is a leading female Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon based in Scotland and London's Harley Street Medical Area.
She specialises in Minimally Invasive, Keyhole and Joint Preservation Foot and Ankle Surgery, and also offers Joint Replacement procedures.
She graduated from the University of Aberdeen, completed her surgical training in Scotland. She is a member of multiple Foot and Ankle Societies, and is regularly faculty at international conferences.
Ros Miller's philosophy of optimum foot health and wellbeing is reflected in her bespoke, tailored treatment plans.
Ros Miller provides personalised treatment plans for her patients and has an all-female medical team available if desired.

Years experience treating patients
with Foot and Ankle problems
Foot and Ankle procedures performed
Clinic locations across Scotland
and Harley Street, London
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