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Hyaluronic acid injections for osteoarthritis

Grant Cooper
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Grant Cooper, MD, is an interventional spine and joint...

Grant Cooper

Monday, November 10, 2008
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The easiest way to think of hyaluronic acid injections is that they help replace the joint's natural fluid, which is otherwise lost in osteoarthritis. Hyaluronic acid injections don't "cure" osteoarthritis. It is sort of like changing the oil in your car. Or, another way to think of hyaluronic acid...
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    cubbieduke
    Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at 05:03 PM

    I had my first shot monday, before i got the shot my doc had to aspirate fluid from my knee.  my problem is this, how often can my doc aspirate more fluid from my knee? I am going back this monday for my second round, but this left knee is even more swollen and stiff.  I just can't stand to have all of this fluid buildup on my knee. I tried icing the knee but to no avail. I also tried riding my stationary bike, hoping that this would help flush out the fluid. Please help! I am so miserable with all of this fluid on board!  Thanks!

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    Anonymous
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009 at 11:09 AM

    these injections are painfull and expensive. i was told that nothing is guaranteed with these injections and if you have an egg allergy or sensitivity be carefull. nothingh cure s osteoarthritis. but the docs are ready to give you the injections with the first appointment. i would rater suffer and and exercise and pamper me than have something injected in my body.

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The breakdown of cartilage in the knee can lead to bony protrusions called spurs and considerable joint pain.

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