When it comes to the next phase in your knee OA treatment, choosing between today’s best hydrogel injections means assessing your goals and how your options measure up.
Professor Paul Lee, consulting orthopaedic and regenerative surgeon and founder of the MSK Doctors clinics, breaks down the pros and cons of today’s primary choices, hyaluronic acid (HA) and Arthrosamid, explaining their side effects and efficacies in his latest article: Arthrosamid Injections for Knee Pain: Benefits, Side Effects, Cost, FDA Approval.
Get the information you need to make the best choice for your knee OA treatment plan by reading https://mskdoctors.com/doctors/thula-chelvan/articles/arthrosamid-injections-for-knee-pain-benefits-side-effects-cost-fda-approval
WHAT IS HYALURONIC ACID & HOW DOES IT WORK?
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring substance in your body’s synovial fluids that provides lubrication and cushioning in your joints. HA injections supplement this fluid to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness, with effects that can last up to six months. The treatment may involve one or several injections, with studies indicating up to 75% of patients reporting noticeable improvement. However, around 1 to 2% of patients may experience an increase in pain, which is often managed with pain relief medication – something many prefer to stay away from.
WHAT IS ARTHROSAMID & IS IT BETTER THAN HYALURONIC ACID?
Arthrosamid is a synthetic hydrogel designed to integrate with your knee’s synovial tissue and remain in the joint, offering long-term mechanical support and lubrication. Administered as a single-dose injection, Arthrosamid provides symptom relief for three to four years vs. 6 months. In addition, an impressive 80% of patients report significant improvements in their knee function along with reduced pain and stiffness. Common side effects include temporary swelling or a sensation of fullness in the knee.
WHAT THE EVIDENCE TELLS US
Professor Lee notes that while both treatments are supported by clinical evidence, Arthrosamid demonstrates superior outcomes in pain and stiffness relief, and joint function, too. This is supported by 20 years of research and data provided in a 2018 study by Bliddal et al, among others.
Professor Lee explains:
“Both hydrogel injections offer important benefits in OA care. But, for patients seeking longer-term relief without multiple injections, Arthrosamid may offer a preferable solution.”
WHAT REAL-WORLD PATIENTS ARE SAYING
As awareness of the risks associated with pain relief medications grows, so too does the demand for non-surgical solutions to knee OA.
In his article, Professor Lee points to real-world applications of Arthrosamid, where personal perspectives complement clinical data. An Olympic athlete who was suffering from knee OA and chose to undergo Arthrosamid treatment reported the hydrogel not only alleviated their pain, but also enabled them to continue competing at the highest level. Similarly, another patient, who is also a Harley Street GP, reported remarkable improvements in their daily activities and quality of life.
If you’re looking to avoid surgery and regain control of your mobility, hydrogel injections could be your next move. And with MSK Doctors clinics across London offering both treatments, your personalised care plan is just a click away.
Learn more by visiting https://mskdoctors.com.
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