Information on viscosupplementation, joint fluid therapy and hyaluronan injections. These procedures involve the injection of gel-like substances (hyaluronates) into a joint to supplement the viscous properties of synovial fluid. Currently, these injections are approved for osteoarthritis of the knee joint, when more conservative treatments have failed. Use for other joints is being investigated.
A brief explanation and fast facts about viscosupplementation.
A brief explanation and fast facts about Euflexxa injections.
A brief explanation and fast facts about Hyalgan injections.
A brief explanation and fast facts about Orthovisc injections.
A brief explanation and fast facts about Supartz injections.
A brief explanation and fast facts about Synvisc injections.
Sodium Hyaluronate effective for treating chronic shoulder pain according to study.
Synvisc appears effective against pain in some patients with osteoarthritis of the knees and may delay the need for replacement surgery.
A brief explanation of Synvisc and viscosupplementation.
A step-by-step look at knee pain caused by arthritis.
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Stabilizing and reinforcing the knee joint is important for people with arthritis of the knee. Knee supports can help with joint protection and pain reduction.
A sticky or squeaking hinge can be "cured" with a drop of oil, so it makes sense that a hinge joint, like the knee, would also benefit from a little lubrication. That is the premise behind one new form of treatment for arthritis of the knee. The procedure, called viscosupplementation, injects a preparation of hyaluronic acid into the knee joint, from AAOS.
Hyalgan injections are given as a series of 5 injections. Each injection is given once a week. Although the procedure may vary from medical provider to medical provider, the following is a general description of the injection technique, from The Center for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
Viscosupplementation for symptomatic osteoarthritis of the knee is a newly available option. Experience with this treatment is growing as it becomes more widespread among orthopedic surgeons and rheumatologists, from American Academy of Family Physicians.
