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Knee injection - viscosupplementation treatment information and international destinations
Viscosupplementation treatment or knee injection is recommended for individuals who are experiencing symptoms of osteoarthritis or arthritis and have not found relief with other treatment methods.
Osteoarthritis is a condition characterized by the deterioration of cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling that restricts joint movement. The knee injection procedure involves the introduction of a thick fluid into the knee joint, with the goal of alleviating symptoms and enhancing knee mobility. While the knee is the most commonly treated joint, viscosupplementation treatment can also be administered to other joints like the hip, wrist, and shoulder.
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Benefits
Find relief from symptoms
Potentially delay the need for surgery
Undergo a minimally invasive procedure
Explore the option of treatment for various joints
Potentially delay the need for surgery
Undergo a minimally invasive procedure
Explore the option of treatment for various joints
Knee injection
Procedure:
30 min.
Hospital stay: 5 - 15 min.
Cleared to fly: 1 day
Hospital stay: 5 - 15 min.
Cleared to fly: 1 day
After surgery
Out of town patients do not require follow-ups with the orthopedic surgeon after the procedure. Patients are clear to fly after one day of the knee injection.
Note: Follow-ups can be arranged as face-to-face or virtually. If needed, you can go to your primary care physician to remove sutures or get medication adjustments.
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Dr. Gustavo A. Bacca
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Knee injection surgery frequent questions
Get answers to our most frequently asked questions and what to expect after the procedure.
Am I eligible for a knee injection?
Candidates for knee injections typically have osteoarthritis or other types of arthritis.
How should I prepare for a knee injection?
How should I prepare for a knee injection?
What should I anticipate during the recovery period?
Following the procedure, it is common to experience mild pain and swelling. It may take several weeks before noticeable improvement occurs.
Will I require multiple knee injections?
Knee injections, or viscosupplementation, can be repeated every six months. If the desired results are not achieved, your specialist may suggest alternative treatments, such as knee replacement surgery.
Disclaimer: This information does not reflect the medical advice from our clinics. All cases are different and this treatment may not suit you. Always refer to a medical professional with the certification and experience. All of our physicians are fully qualified to perform these procedures. For more information and diagnosis contact one of our top specialized clinics.
In all medical procedures, there are chances of complications, the specialist will provide you detailed information about the risks of the procedure, talk to the specialist directly.
In all medical procedures, there are chances of complications, the specialist will provide you detailed information about the risks of the procedure, talk to the specialist directly.