
Musculo-skeletal Steroid Injections
Fast Relief for Joint, Tendon, and Nerve Pain
If you're living with ongoing joint, tendon, or nerve-related pain, a steroid injection or nerve block might provide the relief you've been looking for. At our Steroid Injection Clinic, Dr Miriam Martin offers skilled diagnosis and targeted treatments for a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological pain conditions, right here at Village Health Lincoln Road, Christchurch.
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Common Conditions We Treat:
Dr Martin is experienced in performing corticosteroid injections and nerve blocks for a wide range of conditions, including:
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Joint & Soft Tissue Injections
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Shoulder pain – Sub-acromial bursitis, Gleno-humeral joint arthritis
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Elbow pain – Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
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Hand & wrist pain – Trigger finger, Carpal tunnel syndrome, De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, Base of thumb arthritis (1st MCP joint)
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Hip pain – Greater trochanteric bursitis
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Foot pain – Plantar fasciitis, Gout in the big toe joint (MTPJ)​
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Do You Qualify for Funding?
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ACC-covered injuries: The injection is fully funded by ACC – you just pay the consult fee.
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Enrolled patients: You may be eligible for a subsidised steroid injection depending on your condition.
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Casual patients: You're welcome too — just ask us about costs.
Why Choose Dr Miriam Martin?
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Experienced in musculoskeletal pain management
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Skilled in both steroid injections and nerve blocks
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Gentle, precise technique
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Friendly, professional care in a trusted general practice setting
Book Your Appointment Today
Whether it’s shoulder pain, nerve pain, or persistent migraines, we’re here to help you get back to feeling your best.