Intra-articular steroid injections are considered a safe and effective treatment option for patients suffering from painful and inflamed joints associated with a variety of conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, and tendonitis. There are relatively few side effects associated with this procedure and for most patients the benefits of the medication outweigh the potential risks. Patients suffering from joint pain and inflammation should discuss their symptoms with a physician at Colorado Pain Care to determine whether an intra-articular steroid injection would provide pain relief for their condition.