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Hyaluronic acid injection into the joint

How are hyaluronic acid injections used?

Hyaluronic acid injection into the joint is a unique procedure that allows you to get rid of pain and regain the comfort of movement.

In the case of various degenerative joint diseases, after experiencing physical trauma or due to the effects of time, the cartilage tissue inside the joint wears out and its quantity decreases. This is a very important tissue, the reduction of which leads to friction and can cause inflammation of the joint, as well as dysfunction, pain, and discomfort during even the simplest movements.

Hyaluronic acid injections into the joint are recommended in order to improve the condition of the joint, restore quality movement function and improve the patient's well-being.

Who can have this procedure?

Hyaluronic acid injections are used if the patient suffers from chronic joint pain and conservative treatment (for example, physical therapy or medication) does not help, or if a degenerative disease affecting the joint condition (for example, osteoarthritis) or other inflammation is diagnosed.

Statistics show that joint pains and damage affect both the elderly and the young, so this procedure is relevant regardless of age.

How to prepare for the procedure?

Special preparation for this procedure is not required, but it is important to take into account certain aspects: when applying any medication, the doctor must carefully assess the patient's physical condition, find out whether there are any specific allergies. It is also worth doing general health tests.

How are hyaluronic acid injections performed in a joint?

It is a minimally invasive procedure during which you will not feel any pain. After the necessary preparation and disinfection of the injection site, hyaluronic acid is injected into all diseased or injured joints (knee, shoulder, wrist, hip, ankle, etc.).

With the help of this treatment, joint synovial fluid is restored, tissue lubrication is improved, and inter-articular friction is reduced. At the same time, the regeneration of the cartilage tissue is stimulated and the inflammation surrounding the joint is reduced. All this helps to restore the function of the joint and the comfort of movement.

The period after the procedure

After the treatment, you can immediately return to the normal rhythm of life, but you should not load the injected joints for 2-3 days after the procedure. For the first week (or longer, depending on the doctor's instructions), avoid vigorous physical activities such as jogging, football, tennis, etc. Do not lift heavy objects or spend a lot of time on your feet.

After the injection of hyaluronic acid, temporary swelling, pain or swelling of the knee joint may occur - this is normal, these sensations will pass soon.