Viscosupplementation or infiltration of hyaluronic acid has the objective of reducing joint pain. It improves the functional state of the arthritic joint and, more particularly, the knee. This treatment does not replace other recommendations. Such as controlling the weight, and not violating the joint with aggressive physical activity. Exercising it in moderation, and complying with the prescribed treatments. Otherwise, what you can gain with hyaluronic acid you will lose elsewhere and you will hardly notice any improvement.
What is hyaluronic acid?
Each of us has about 15 grams of hyaluronic acid in our bodies. It is a substance with a viscous texture, made up of large molecules, which abounds in the eyes, skin, and joints.
Given its properties, this element acts as a lubricant and filler in the joints, which is why it is beneficial for the treatment of knee arthritis and other joints and ligaments. The benefits for arthritis patients are evident since the treatment allows them to move without pain and friction.
What is infiltration?
The application of hyaluronic acid allows the patient to experience a rapid improvement in symptoms, especially pain associated with arthritis. Within 24 hours the patient begins to notice differences and its beneficial effects can last for more than six months. In this time, the pain associated with knee arthritis will disappear or be greatly reduced.
KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL KNEE ARTHROSCOPY
Today I present the case of Antonio, a patient who came to my office with significant pain in his knee after a sudden turn. The pain increased to such an extent that he could hardly walk, his knee was locked and he was in severe pain.
He came to my office looking for a solution to his problem. He was very demoralized and sad since he had just retired and could not do all the activities that he had planned. An examination and MRI of his left knee confirmed a medial meniscus tear.
I proposed to perform a knee arthroscopy and provide plasma rich in growth factors to improve recovery and more biological healing of his meniscus. Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive technique it is perform in the operating room. After couple of hours, the patient can be discharge to her home. The patient leaves the operation room support himself with the help of two crutches and knee mobilization exercises. Quadriceps strengthening exercises is perform on the same day of the operation.
Many patients come to my consultation very frightened by this type of intervention. It is a relatively standardized surgery and in expert hands, and with the most advanced devices, the result is usually satisfactory.
In the specific case of Antonio, in the first review after 5 days, you can see how completely mobile he is. He hardly has any pain and even his mood has changed. In literal words, he is hallucinating with the result.
I could not be prouder of his words, although it is usually the general tone of the comments of my patients when I perform post-surgical check-ups.
In my opinion, the basis of the success of surgery consists of:
Examine the patient well and make an accurate diagnosis of the patient prior to surgery.
Indicate a certain operation well and plan it thoroughly.
Put yourself in the hands of an expert surgeon in this pathology.
Use the most advanced technology and have an experienced surgical team.
Use associated biological products (plasma rich in growth factors or stem cells) to improve the result. Perform a good post-surgical follow-up of the patient.
Have a good physiotherapist to perform postural reeducation and return to social, work, and sports life.
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