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Interventional Procedures

Bright Radiology Interventional Procedures Diagnostic Imaging Service

Our experienced team performs targeted image-guided pain management injections, joint aspiration, tissue biopsies, and therapeutic procedures under ultrasound or CT guidance for maximum precision and patient relief.

Why You Might Need an Interventional Procedure

Image-guided interventional procedures deliver therapeutic medication directly to affected joints or nerves under real-time imaging, maximizing treatment accuracy and minimizing recovery time.

Bright Radiology Care Feature Icon - Relieve chronic joint, bursal and spinal pain

Relieve chronic joint, bursal and spinal pain

Bright Radiology Care Feature Icon - Target nerve root blocks and epidural injections

Target nerve root blocks and epidural injections

Bright Radiology Care Feature Icon - Aspirate fluid collections or bursitis swellings

Aspirate fluid collections or bursitis swellings

Bright Radiology Care Feature Icon - Obtain precise image-guided tissue biopsies

Obtain precise image-guided tissue biopsies

Bright Radiology Care Feature Icon - Reduce joint inflammation from osteoarthritis

Reduce joint inflammation from osteoarthritis

Bright Radiology Care Feature Icon - Accelerate rehabilitation and mobility recovery

Accelerate rehabilitation and mobility recovery

What to Expect During Your Procedure

Before Your Procedure

  • Inform staff if taking blood thinners or diabetes medications.
  • Arrange for a driver if receiving a joint or spinal injection.
  • Wear comfortable, loose clothing.
  • Bring your referral and any prior joint scans.

During Your Procedure

  • Local anaesthetic is applied to numb the target site.
  • Real-time ultrasound or CT guidance ensures millimeter precision.
  • The procedure takes approximately 15–30 minutes.
  • Our clinical team ensures your comfort throughout.

After Your Procedure

  • Rest the treated area for 24–48 hours.
  • Mild soreness may occur initially before pain relief takes effect.
  • Comprehensive post-care guidelines are provided upon departure.

Additional Information

  • Bulk billing available for eligible Medicare services
  • Same-day appointments available where possible
  • Free onsite parking for a convenient visit
  • Wheelchair-accessible clinic with easy access throughout

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question before your visit? We've answered some of the most common questions to help you feel prepared. If you can't find what you're looking for, our team is always happy to help.

These are targeted pain relief injections, joint aspirations, or biopsies performed using real-time CT or ultrasound guidance for maximum accuracy.

Local anaesthetic is used to numb the area, making the procedure as comfortable and pain-free as possible.

Most interventional procedures take around 15 to 30 minutes, followed by a short recovery period.

For spinal or major joint injections, we recommend having a family member or friend drive you home afterwards.

A full procedural report is sent to your referring doctor on the same day or by the next business day.

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