Injectable Corticosteroids in Sport

Conclusions: Corticosteroid injections should be used cautiously in athletes and only after a full consideration of the pharmacology, pathogenesis of disease, potential benefits, complications, factors specific to the athlete, and rules of athletic governing bodies. Corticosteroid injections are just one component of a comprehensive rehabilitation plan available to the physician providing care to athletes.
Source: Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Tags: General Review Source Type: research