How long do viscosupplementation injections last?

Your relief from symptoms may last for several months. If viscosupplementation is effective for you, you may be able to repeat the injection (or series of injections) in 6 months or so. The procedure doesn’t help everyone, though.

How long does hyaluronic acid knee injections last?

Treatment with knee osteoarthritis injections ranges from a one-time injection to weekly injections for three to five weeks. Pain relief is usually obtained by four to 12 weeks, and the effect has been shown to last for up to several months.

How long does a gel one injection last?

Synvisc-One is an injection that supplements the fluid in your knee to help lubricate and cushion the joint, and can provide up to six months of osteoarthritis knee pain relief.

What are side effects of viscosupplementation?

What are the side effects of viscosupplementation injections? The most commonly reported side effects associated with the injections are temporary injection-site pain; swelling, heat, or redness; rash and itching; bruising around the joint; and fluid accumulation in the injected knee.

Can I walk after knee gel injection?

Do not strain your knee joint for two days after receiving this medicine. Avoid activities such as jogging, soccer, tennis, heavy lifting, or standing on your feet for a long time. Temporary pain or swelling in the knee joint may occur after receiving hyaluronic acid injection.

What should I do after gel-one injection?

Q: What do I need to do after I get the Gel-One knee injection? A: For 48 hours after you receive the injection, avoid any strenuous activities (such as jogging, tennis, other active sports, heavy Iifting) and prolonged weight bearing activities (such as standing on your feet for more than one hour).

How many times can you get gel shots in your knee?

You can have hyaluronic acid injections every six months or so. Many patients find that the injections provide enough relief that they can delay or even avoid knee replacement surgery.

What should you not do after hyaluronic acid?