There is also a risk of developing an infection at the injection site.
Always double-check to discuss the risks of knee injections with your healthcare provider before any procedure.
Corticosteroid injections are performed under local anesthesia.
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The evidence for the effects of cortisone shots in treating knee osteoarthritis is mixed.
Who Should Not Get Cortisone Shots?
Frequent corticosteroid usage can cause weakening of the muscles, tendons, and ligaments surrounding the knee.
Brand names for hyaluronic acid injections include Synvisc-One, Orthovisc, Euflexxa, and Supartz.
Hyaluronic acid used for injections is derived from the combs of chickens.
Who Should Get Hyaluronic Injections?
Hyaluronic acid injections may be repeated about once every six months.
Platelets release substances called growth factors that stimulate healing after an injury.
When injected into the knee, platelet-rich plasma has the potential to help damaged cartilage heal.
More research is needed to determine the clinical efficacy of using Botox injections for knee osteoarthritis.
The knee is the most frequently aspirated joint.
Removing the fluid by aspirating the joint with a needle can help reduce pain and improve swelling.
Pain relief from fluid aspiration can last for six months or more.
This can help manage symptoms and prevent further pain from returning.
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