Viscosupplementation supplements the body’s natural fluids through the injection of hyaluronic acid, a gel-like substance. It is used to treat conditions that decrease the elasticity and viscosity of lubricating fluids of a joint. This injection is currently approved to treat patients with osteoarthritis of the knees. The patient may experience some local pain, tenderness, and minor swelling at the site of injection for a few days after the injection. The effects of this treatment usually last for approximately six to twelve months.
We offer viscosupplementation for patients who suffer from osteoarthritis of the knees.
sources: http://arthritis.about.com/od/kneetreatments/g/viscosupplement.htm