A 63-year-old man with OA asks if an intra-articular steroid shot can replace exercise. What should you advise?...

Question

A 63-year-old man with OA asks if an intra-articular steroid shot can replace exercise. What should you advise?

Accepted Answer

Exercise remains foundational; steroid injection provides short-term relief only

Answer

Steroid shots cure OA

Answer

Avoid all activity

Answer

Chronic systemic steroids are preferred

Answer

Hyaluronic acid is mandatory

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Osteoarthritis (Counseling)