Wrist Injection

I had the injection on Monday for tenosynovitis of the wrist.  As most of you indicated, it was painful, but it did not last as long as I thought.   Prior to the appointment I had myself fooled into thinking he would inject the wrist in the snuffbox area.  I guess that was wishful thinking.   I did not look at what he was doing, but when I felt him push on the needle I knew it was going through a much "harder" structure.   He asked me if I heard a "pop."  He said that means it was a "home run" and that he got it exactly where he wanted it.  It actually felt worse on the way home, which I know is normal.   Some hours later that resolved and reverted back to the original symptoms.

I  am disappointed so far with the results, as it is not much better at all.  I asked him what to expect after the injection.  He said "You'll know tomorrow if it worked."   Much to the contrary, the postinjection instructions I was given by the nurse indicates it may take up to 7-10 days.   He did not order physical therapy.   I am going to give it several days and then call the office if there is still no improvement.   Some websites say after one failed injection they proceed with surgery.   I hope I see at least some  improvement in the next few days.    Thanks again.