arthritis. Joint inflammation, often accompanied by pain, swelling, stiffness, and deformity. Arthritis is very common, affecting millions. The most prevalent type, osteoarthritis or degenerative arthritis, increases in incidence with age but is not considered a part of normal aging.ystemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis. A form of JIA that accounts for 20% of all cases; boys are affected 60% of the time. Fever and rash may be the presenting symptoms, either with or without joint involvement.
More in Arthritis. Medrol (methylprednisolone) dose pack (also spelled dosepak) is a corticosteroid used to treat and control inflammation associated with arthritis and other conditions. Medrol is marketed by Pharmacia and Upjohn. Indications for Medrol Dose Pack. Medrol is used to quickly suppress inflammation.
WHAT IS A DEPOMEDROL INJECTION? Depomedrol is a steroid. An injection of depomedrol and long-acting local anaesthetic (freezing) is done to pinpoint the source of pain and to achieve some pain relief. Some areas that can be injected: â¢ lumbar spine facets (joints in the lower back) â¢ hip joints â¢ knee joints â¢ shoulder joints