Hyaluronic Acid Injections for Osteoarthritis in Pikesville, MD
If you suffer from osteoarthritis (OA), you know that joint pain caused from this type of arthritis can be debilitating and persistent, causing you to limit your level of physical activity. Unfortunately, relying on rest to find relief from OA can make the problem worse, because physical activity may be an integral step in reducing inflammation and strengthening the muscles that support the joints. With chiropractic care through Fidel Integrated Medical Solutions, you can explore advanced non-surgical solutions to find relief from OA and increase your mobility. Hyaluronic acid injections are one possible treatment you might choose, particularly if you suffer from knee pain and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis.
How does osteoarthritis damage the joints?
In order to understand the benefits of hyaluronic acid injections, it is helpful to get a clear picture of how OA damages the joints. When you have osteoarthritis, also known as wear and tear arthritis, the cartilage that protects and pads the bones in the joints will wear away. Over time, the bone may begin to grind against bone during everyday movements, causing severe pain, stiffness, and inflammation. Cartilage does not naturally regenerate like other tissues in the body, so it is not likely that pain will improve without some type of treatment.
How does hyaluronic acid treat damaged joints?
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body as well as a natural lubricant. It is often used as a treatment for signs of aging like wrinkles, but it can be an effective form of relief from OA as well. Hyaluronic acid can lubricate joints to ease movement and reduce inflammation, often with more success than anti-inflammatory medications. Hyaluronic acid injections for the joints are approved by the FDA, and they are often most successful in frequently-moving joints like the knees. There have been extensive studies supporting the efficacy of hyaluronic acid injections for OA, as this treatment was originally proposed nearly 80 years ago, though it was not made available in the United States until about 20 years ago.
What can you expect from hyaluronic acid injections?
Before beginning any treatment for OA at Fidel Integrated Medical Solutions, you will undergo a complete diagnostic visit to identify any co-occurring disorders or unique symptoms that your treatment should address. Hyaluronic acid injections will likely be provided alongside spinal manipulation, massage therapy, physical therapy, and other therapies that will ensure complete healing rather than simple management of symptoms.
To learn more about hyaluronic acid injections and the other innovative therapies provided by Fidel Integrated Medical Solutions in Pikesville, call our office or browse our website.