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Cortisone (glucocorticoids) Injection changes – fact sheet (athlete)

Last updated: 20 January 2026

Glucocorticoids Fact sheet - Athlete

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Overview

Doctors prescribe and administer Glucocorticoid (GC), “cortisone”, injections for the management of medical conditions. From 1 January 2022, all GC injections will be prohibited in-competition

  • The flow chart explains the process for athletes who require GC both in and out-of-competition
  • This fact sheet is themed towards athletes.

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