When knees are sore, stiff, and swollen from osteoarthritis, several treatment options are available.
Treatment for knee osteoarthritis (OA) may start with non-drug interventions like exercise or weight loss. Another option is over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), aspirin, or ibuprofen (Motrin, Aleve).
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If these treatments don't work, a doctor may recommend injections. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have approved two injections to treat knee OA: hyaluronic acid and corticosteroids.
Here's a look at how both types of injections work.
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Hyaluronic acid injections are also known as viscosupplementation.People with OA have lower than normal amounts of hyaluronic acid in their joint fluid. Hyaluronic acid injections can restore what may be missing. These injections not only lubricate the joint but may also reduce inflammation and protect the cartilage from further wear and tear.
A doctor or other healthcare provider will give between one and five shots in the knee. The number of shots needed depends on which brand of hyaluronic acid the doctor uses. The injections are given 1 week apart.
Before giving an injection, the doctor may remove some of the fluid from the knee joint with a needle to bring down swelling. This procedure is called aspiration.
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For a few days after a shot, the patient should avoid putting a lot of weight on the affected knee. They should not jog or run, stand for long periods of time, or lift heavy objects.
Treatment for knee osteoarthritis (OA) may start with non-drug interventions like exercise or weight loss. Another option is over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), aspirin, or ibuprofen (Motrin, Aleve).
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If these treatments don't work, a doctor may recommend injections. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have approved two injections to treat knee OA: hyaluronic acid and corticosteroids.
Here's a look at how both types of injections work.
Contents of this article:
- Hyaluronic acid injections
- Corticosteroid injections
- Talking to a doctor about injections
Hyaluronic acid injections are also known as viscosupplementation.People with OA have lower than normal amounts of hyaluronic acid in their joint fluid. Hyaluronic acid injections can restore what may be missing. These injections not only lubricate the joint but may also reduce inflammation and protect the cartilage from further wear and tear.
A doctor or other healthcare provider will give between one and five shots in the knee. The number of shots needed depends on which brand of hyaluronic acid the doctor uses. The injections are given 1 week apart.
Before giving an injection, the doctor may remove some of the fluid from the knee joint with a needle to bring down swelling. This procedure is called aspiration.
tao xoan
For a few days after a shot, the patient should avoid putting a lot of weight on the affected knee. They should not jog or run, stand for long periods of time, or lift heavy objects.