I know I can't take NSAIDs since surgery but what about cortisone shots in my hips? Anyone know?

I am needing a cortisone shot in my shoulder right now. I was told I could not have one until several months after the surgery when the doctor gives the okay. They said it would cause problems with healing. I am having gastric sleeve surgery in 2 days. Your doctor may be different. Be sure to ask before you get a shot.

I know I can't take NSAIDs since surgery but what about cortisone shots in my hips? Anyone know?

I'm banded so I don't know if that makes a difference but I can tell you that I took NSAIDS and had cortisone shots until I finally had my hips replaced. Without the NSAIDS and shots, I wouldn't have been able to walk so I did what I had to do.

I'd suggest you discuss you pain and discomfort with your doctor to determine your own risk/benefit. Good luck...I certainly know what it's like to live with joint pain.

I am on daily prednisone due to rheumatoid arthritis and have been for about 6-7 years. I have had no issues. I have received shots in the side of my hip and in the joint space since the surgery. Again no issues. Just talk with both doctors about it.

I am almost 8 months out and had my first cortisone shot in my knee last week. It was a lifesaver! No NSAIDS except voltaren gel because I put it directly on the knee.

Thank you all for responding I have been a nervous wreck thinking that I can't have cortisone shots in my hips ever.

Just make sure to talk to the doctor and get his/her input.