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Knee pain is killing me from oa. unable to sleep. naproxen 500 mg not helping at all. i want to sleep i have to wake up early. what do u advice me dr?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Cortisone shot: Cortisone shots are injections that may help relieve pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis. the physician use local anesthetic solution what makes injection more comfortable. Take care and feel better.

Answered 5/19/2014

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