Aftercare Following Steroid Injection- Information for Patient

This easy‑read, high‑quality Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) has been developed to support both patients and clinicians following musculoskeletal corticosteroid injection (CSI) in clinical settings. Providing patients with clear, consistent aftercare advice following CSI is recognised as best recommended practice and should form part of standard care.

Key features:

• EASY-READ- Written for a reading age of 11. This leaflet ensures clarity and promotes accessibility to patients with varying literacy. Empower patients with better understanding and adherence to treatment plan and onward rehabilitation.
• EVIDENCE- & EXPERT-INFORMED- Co-produced and developed with clinical expertise, patient feedback and current evidence.
• PROMOTE BEST PRACTICE & EMPOWER PATIENTS- Provision of high standard and consistent aftercare advice following steroid injection is vital and essential for safety, quality patient care and onward rehabilitation.

This PIL is supported by leading MSK professional bodies/ networks including SOMM, MACP, FSEM UK, APPN, PCRMM, and the UK MSK Partnership Group.

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