What is Viscosupplementation?
Viscosupplementation is a treatment for the condition known as osteoarthritis that traditionally uses gel injections. By replacing and promoting the creation of synovial fluid, a dense, gel-like substance that cushions the joint and provides lubrication to reduce friction, a thick fluid called hyaluronate is injected into the knee joint during the technique known as viscosupplementation.
Synoviocytes, the knee’s fluid-producing cells, are stimulated by hyaluronate to produce thicker, better-lubricating fluid, which forms a cushioning, shock-absorbing barrier between the cartilage surfaces. Hyaluronate effectively performs an “oil change” for the joint by enhancing its functionality. As a result of these gel injections, knee discomfort is reduced, mobility is enhanced, and a higher and more pleasant level of activity is made possible.
Gel Injections and Treatment Methods
Viscosupplementation isn’t only applicable to knee joint osteoarthritis. This treatment, offered by Phoenix Integrated Medical, is effective for osteoarthritis elsewhere in the body, such as the shoulder and hips.
Our viscosupplementation treatments contain only the most effective FDA-approved supplements. In addition, the procedure itself is different at Phoenix Integrated Medical. We utilize fluoroscopic guidance, which enables our team to accurately guide the gel injections so that the fluid supplement is directed exactly where it needs to be into the knee joint, with a 99% success rate. This makes the viscosupplementation as effective as possible for knee arthritis. When the procedure is performed without guidance, even the most experienced provider can miss the knee joint up to 30% of the time. Accuracy is crucial for the procedure to be effective and for you to obtain the results you deserve.
Consultation for Viscosupplementation In Orlando
At Phoenix Integrated Medical, we offer consultations in the Orlando region. This involves a thorough evaluation of your osteoarthritis condition. We evaluate how long it has been progressing, how far it’s progressed, and how much pain you are experiencing, as well as the source of that pain.
A differential diagnosis is prepared, where we determine if this breakthrough medical treatment might be a good solution for your specific situation.