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Intra-articular Injections for Musculoskeletal Pain in a Cancer Rehabilitation Clinic: A Cross-Sectional Study
Victor F Leite1, Jesuel Padro-Guzman2
1Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, A.C.Camargo Cancer Center, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Summary
Intra-articular injections for musculoskeletal pain in cancer patients are safe for short-term use. This study analyzed patient demographics and procedure safety in a rehabilitation clinic setting.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Pain Management
Background:
- Musculoskeletal pain is a common issue for cancer survivors.
- Intra-articular injections are a potential treatment option.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize patients receiving intra-articular injections for musculoskeletal pain within a cancer rehabilitation setting.
- To evaluate the safety and outcomes of these procedures.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective cross-sectional study design.
- Data collected from July 2017 to May 2018.
- Inclusion of 157 patients undergoing 546 intra-articular injections.
Main Results:
- Osteoarthritis was the primary indication for injections (82.1%).
- Ultrasound guidance was utilized in 62.2% of procedures.
- Six adverse events (AEs) were reported, with four procedure-related and none serious.
Conclusions:
- Intra-articular injections demonstrate short-term safety in cancer patients undergoing rehabilitation.
- These findings support the use of intra-articular injections as a safe management strategy for musculoskeletal pain in this population.
