The knee block is the injection of a steroid with strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties into the knee joint. The procedure is justified in the case of inflammation of the knee bursa or the joint itself. The blockade can be given in the case of advanced knee degeneration - the steroid does not heal degenerative changes, but it significantly alleviates pain. The steroid is injected into the knee under ultrasound guidance.

A steroid blockade is the topical administration of a steroid-containing drug (e.g., Diprophos) that has strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The steroid is given as an injection under ultrasound or fluoroscopy guidance. Injection sites may include a joint, bursa, tendon sheath, nerve area, or subcutaneous tissue. A steroid blockade does not cure the cause of the disease, but inhibits inflammation and thus can effectively reduce the level of pain. It is recommended that blockages be performed only in case of severe pain that does not go away despite the use of other conservative treatments.

Due to the possible side effects in the form of weakening of the tissue structure, it is recommended not to administer the steroid to the same place more than 3-5 times during the year. The attending physician decides whether to repeat the injection.