Isolated Glenohumeral Corticosteroid Injection Versus Concomitant Capsule Preserving Hydrodilatation

Using a 21-gauge spinal needle, the predefined steroid solution was injected under ultrasound guidance using 5- to 13-MHz linear probe into the glenohumeral space through the posterior approach.

Using a 21-gauge spinal needle, the predefined steroid solution with additional 15 mL of normal saline was injected under ultrasound guidance using 5- to 13-MHz linear probe into the glenohumeral space through the posterior approach.

1mL of Triamcinolone 40mg/1mL solution was included in the injection/hydrodilatation regimen.

4mL of 1% Lidocaine solution was included in the injection/hydrodilatation regimen.

15mL of 1% Lidocaine solution was included in the hydrodilatation regimen.