Viscosupplementation

Viscosupplementation refers to the intra-articular administration of hyaluronic acid. The treatment aims at pain relief and improvement of mobility by enhancing viscoelasticity of the synovial fluid in the joints.
Multiple studies document the pain relieving effect, improvement of joint function and disease-modifying properties of viscosupplementation.

Viscosupplementation is an excellently well-tolerated treatment option with few side effects. If this treatment is given in time it can already achieve maximum therapeutic effects in mild to moderate cases of arthritis.
A therapy with hyaluronic acid helps to reduce the need for analgesics and non-steroidal antirheumatic agents and improves the quality of life.