Viscosupplementation is a minimally invasive joint injection used to treat osteoarthritis, most commonly in the knee. The procedure involves injecting hyaluronic acid into the joint to restore lubrication, reduce inflammation, and improve mobility.
Hyaluronic acid acts as a natural lubricant and shock absorber within healthy joints. In osteoarthritis, levels of hyaluronic acid decrease, leading to joint pain, stiffness, and swelling.
Viscosupplementation replaces depleted hyaluronic acid in arthritic joints. By restoring joint lubrication, the injection helps:
Viscosupplementation is most commonly performed for knee osteoarthritis but may be used in other joints when appropriate.
Viscosupplementation is primarily indicated for:
It is often recommended for patients seeking to delay knee replacement surgery.
Patients with osteoarthritis may experience:
Viscosupplementation targets the mechanical and inflammatory components of these symptoms.
Viscosupplementation injections are performed in an outpatient setting.
The procedure includes:
The procedure typically takes only a few minutes.
If effective, viscosupplementation may be repeated approximately every six months depending on symptom recurrence.
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