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Got a steroid injection after having tennis elbow for over 4 months. read that steroids can do more harm than good for tendonitis. input?
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Yes but not: for occasional small dose of steroid injection , go for physical therapy and follow with your doctor.
Answered 11/8/2015
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You already: Got the injection so don't drive yourself crazy. I would not recommend getting another. I have read the same studies.
Answered 11/28/2015
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