Ultrasound-Guided Injections & Orthobiologics
A Closer Look with Dr. Munif Hussain, Board- Certified Sports Medicine Physician
Located in Cedarhurst and Rockville Center
If you’ve ever struggled with joint pain, tendon injuries, or chronic inflammation, you may be familiar with cortisone shots or other injections. But how do doctors make sure the medication goes exactly where it’s needed?
At South Island Orthopedics, Dr. Munif Hussain uses musculoskeletal ultrasound technology to ensure precision in every injection. Whether you’re receiving orthobiologic therapy (like PRP or stem cell injections) or anti-inflammatory medications, ultrasound guidance can significantly improve accuracy and outcomes.
What Are Ultrasound-Guided Injections?
Ultrasound-guided injections use live imaging to help physicians visualize muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints in real time. Imagine a bag of Twizzlers®: each individual Twizzler® represents a structure like a muscle, tendon, nerve, or ligament, while the bag itself represents the joint or soft tissue space that contains them. This allows the medication or orthobiologic substance to be delivered with high precision to the injured or inflamed area.
Unlike a traditional “blind” injection that relies on landmarks or anatomical guesswork, an ultrasound-guided approach ensures the needle reaches the intended location—and can avoid structures like nerves or blood vessels.
Physician performing an ultrasound-guided shoulder injection
Conditions Treated with Ultrasound-Guided Injections
Dr. Hussain uses this technology to treat:
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Frozen shoulder
- Hip bursitis
- Knee arthritis
- Tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow
- Tendonitis in the wrist or ankle
- Plantar fasciitis
Whether you’re dealing with an acute sports injury or long-term joint pain, this approach may help you recover faster and with fewer complications.
Why Dr. Munif Hussain Recommends Ultrasound for Injections
Dr. Hussain is certified in musculoskeletal ultrasound-guided injections and orthobiologic therapies. When you choose Dr. Hussain, you get a carefully targeted, evidence-based treatment plan.
Benefits of ultrasound-guided care can include:
- Better accuracy
- Less pain during the injection
- Lower risk of complications
- Quicker recovery
- Ideal for patients not ready for surgery
Whether you’re receiving cortisone, lidocaine, PRP, or another regenerative treatment, ultrasound can make a significant difference in both the experience and the results.
Q&A with Dr. Munif Hussain
Q: What makes ultrasound-guided injections more effective than traditional injections?
A: The biggest advantage is real-time accuracy. Instead of estimating where the needle needs to go, I can see exactly where the inflammation or injury is—and deliver the treatment directly to that site.
Q: Are these injections painful?
A: Most patients describe them as quick and tolerable. Because the needle is precisely guided, we avoid sensitive areas and minimize discomfort.
Q: How long does it take to feel relief?
A: That depends on the condition and the type of injection. Cortisone may offer relief within a few days, while orthobiologic treatments like PRP may take a few weeks to show full benefit.
Q: Are these injections an alternative to surgery?
A: In many cases, yes. These treatments are often used to delay or avoid surgery altogether, particularly for patients with mild to moderate injuries. However, if the damage is severe or if symptoms don’t improve, surgical options may be explored.
Find Out if Ultrasound-Guided Injections Are Right for You
Ultrasound guidance helps take the guesswork out of joint and tendon injections—making them safer, more accurate, and more effective.
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, struggling with arthritis, or looking to avoid surgery, Dr. Hussain and the team at South Island Orthopedics can help you explore non-surgical treatment options tailored to your condition.
Dr. Munif Hussain, Non-Surgical Sports Injury Care on Long Island
About Dr. Munif Hussain
Dr. Munif Hussain is a fellowship-trained physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation at South Island Orthopedics. He is certified in musculoskeletal ultrasound-guided injections and orthobiologic treatments, with a focus on helping patients recover from injury using the most advanced non-surgical techniques available.
Ready to learn more? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Hussain at our Cedarhurst or Rockville Centre office today.
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