Ultrasound-Guided Injections: Targeted Relief Where You Need It Most  

When you're in pain, the right treatment starts with precision. At Third Coast Foot & Ankle, we use ultrasound-guided injections to deliver medications exactly where they’re needed—maximizing relief, reducing discomfort, and speeding up recovery for a variety of foot and ankle conditions.

This advanced technique allows us to treat pain more accurately and safely than traditional “blind” injections, giving you better outcomes and faster results.

What Are Ultrasound-Guided Injections?

Ultrasound-guided injections use real-time imaging to visualize soft tissue structures—such as tendons, ligaments, and joints—while the injection is being administered. This allows us to see exactly where the needle is going and ensures the medication is delivered directly to the site of inflammation or injury.

These injections may include:

  • Corticosteroids to reduce inflammation

  • Anesthetics for temporary pain relief

  • Regenerative treatments, such as PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) or Amniotic fluid-based products

Conditions Treated with Ultrasound-Guided Injections

Ultrasound guidance is especially helpful for treating conditions that involve small, complex structures in the foot and ankle, including:

  • Plantar fasciitis

  • Achilles tendonitis

  • Ankle joint pain or arthritis

  • Peroneal or posterior tibial tendon injuries

  • Morton’s neuroma

  • Bursitis

  • Capsulitis or ligament sprains

If you’ve tried conservative treatments without relief, this technique may offer a more effective path forward.

Benefits of Ultrasound Guidance

Compared to traditional injection methods, ultrasound-guided injections offer several advantages:

  • Greater accuracy – We can see the exact location of the injection

  • Improved effectiveness – Medication reaches the intended area

  • Less discomfort – Avoids multiple needle sticks or missed targets

  • Minimized risk – Reduces the chance of damaging nearby tissues

  • Faster results – Targeted delivery promotes quicker symptom relief

What to Expect During the Procedure

The process is simple, quick, and done right in our office:

  1. We'll clean and prepare the injection site.

  2. A small amount of ultrasound gel is applied.

  3. Using a handheld ultrasound device, we locate the exact treatment area.

  4. The injection is performed with real-time visual guidance.

Most patients report only mild pressure or a brief pinch during the injection. There is little to no downtime, and you can return to daily activities shortly after the procedure.

Experience the Precision of Modern Pain Relief

If you're dealing with ongoing foot or ankle pain, an ultrasound-guided injection may provide the targeted treatment you've been searching for. At Third Coast Foot & Ankle, we combine expert care with advanced technology to help you move forward—comfortably.

📞 Call 262-821-1588  to schedule your evaluation and find out if ultrasound-guided injections are right for you.

We're here to help you take the next step—with clarity and confidence.