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Is there an alternative to knee surgery for bone on bone condition due to osteoarthritis and loss of cartilage?
There are a number of options, though a knee replacement is the only definitive treatment that provides long-term relief. Pain medications, including NSAIDs and narcotics are effective in treating pain. Physical therapy and weight loss (if overweight) can also help. 1. Steroid injections. I think these are only temp helpful. Plus I've heard they can eat up the joint cartilage. 2. SynVisc or Hyaluronic Acid injections. I've seen some things on European sites where they do this with some success. I've asked a few docs, they say insurance companies here won't cover. There is some limited research. 3. Prolotherapy. There is a research article on hand arthritis in a very small number of patients, but no large, controlled studies showing it works. 4. STEM CELLS. Most of these are out of the country and a bit hokey. One site in the US will transplant your own stem cells into the joint. Those who are providing the service say it works. This is an injection, so very limited recovery. There are no placebo-controlled trials showing it works. Most of their research saying it works is based on individual case reports where one person had a "too good to be true" result. This is also not covered by insurance and costs over $7,000.
What magnetic knee brace is good for osteoarthritis?
See the related link for info on magnetic Knee braces. Remember though that they may reduce the symptoms. They do not cure the disease.
Where is the popliteal artery locatd?
the popliteal artery is located in the knee, behind the kneecap
Can a wart on the knee cause cancer on the knee?
No...it cant! :)
How do you ease the pain of Arthritis in the knee?
You should stretch it out and be very careful. You should stretch it out and be very careful. You should stretch it out and be very careful. You should stretch it out and be very careful.
What is the hydro something acid that is injected into arthritic joints?
Hyaluronic Acid Injections Are FDA-Approved for Knee Osteoarthritis
What is durolane?
Durolane is a type of viscosupplement injection used to treat knee osteoarthritis. It contains a gel-like substance called hyaluronic acid that helps to lubricate and cushion the joint, reducing pain and improving mobility. It is typically administered by a healthcare professional.
What was the drug injection directly into the joint?
Hyaluronic Acid (Hyaluronan) is injected directly into the knee joint as a treatment for the pain in the knee associated with osteoarthritis. This treatment is normally reserved for those patients who have not responded to the traditional treatments for osteoarthritis pain.
What is the definition of Orthovisc?
Orthovisc is a fluid injected into the knee for treatment of osteoarthritis. Technically Orthovisc is a hyaluronic acid which is used in the treatment know as visosupplementation (reintroduction of health joint fluid).
Suggest a good Knee Injection Treatment in Melbourne?
Dr PJ Singh is a specialist knee orthopedic surgeon, providing injections treatment (Duralane) for patients with early knee arthritis to help with pain management.(03) 9428 4128
Can knee replacement get a cortisone shot?
I have often heard about cortisone injections as an alternative to knee replacement but it is un heard of to have injection after the knee replacement. What is the logic behind it? Usually injections are taken to subside the pain that arise from contact of arthritic articular surfaces of knee bones. But when knee replacement is already done I do not see a reason for cortisone injection. At the same time if there is sudden severe pain in your knee after replacement surgery doctor might give you a shot of knee injection. Another possibility is if you have partial knee replacement and non operated compartment of your knee joint troubling you. Hope it helps.
Could you please tell me non surgical solutions in any stream of medicine for chondromalacia patellae?
Prolotherapy for chondromalacia involves intra-articular (inside) injections as well as injections on the outside of the knee, stimulating the growth of many musculoskeletal structures around the patella. It is for this reason the knee gets stronger and the pain of chondromalacia is relieved. Hope this helps.
Why does Anthony davison have a good knee?
because his knee is dead good because he has eyebrow extentions
Where do you inject dye for a myelogram?
There are generally two injections of dye into the spinal cord.
What kind of pain medication do they use for knee problems?
Paracetamol alone or in combination with codeine, antiinflammatory drugs like brufen, and sometimes steroid injections.
What types of knee replacement devices are there?
WHICH COMPANYS BRAND IS GOOD FOR KNEE DEVICES PLEAse.
How good is attune knee replacement?
The attune knee replacement is the newest innovated, type of knee replacement. The attune knee replacement is so good that is provides more mobility and it eases the unstable feeling most all patients have with any other type of knee replacement.
