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Hyaluronic acid knee and hip injections for pain
Also known as: OSTENIL PLUS, Durolane, hyaluronic acid injection, intra-articular injection, viscosupplementation
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What is it for?
Non-surgical treatment for osteoarthritis
Hyaluronic acid knee and hip injections for pain consultation at The London Clinic
Hyaluronic acid knee and hip injections help treat pain in your joints if you have osteoarthritis.
In a healthy joint, a thick, slippery substance called synovial fluid provides lubrication. This allows bones to glide easily against one another.
Synovial fluid is important in preventing wear and tear by keeping the bones slightly apart and acting as a shock absorber. When you have osteoarthritis, the hyaluronic acid in synovial fluid breaks down. And having less hyaluronic acid can lead to joint pain and stiffness.
FAQs
Our specialist orthopaedic surgeons can inject hyaluronic acid into your hip or knee joint, in the part which contains synovial fluid.
The non-surgical treatment works by restoring the normal balance between the breakdown and production of hyaluronic acid. Injecting hyaluronic acid into the joint is also known as ‘viscosupplementation’.
What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that holds on to water. It is present in the body where moisture is stored, and it acts as a lubricant between layers of tissue to stop friction.
Examples are inside the eyeball, the tear film, the joint cartilage, the synovial fluid in the joints plus all the mucous membranes of the body.
Your skin is made up of around 55% hyaluronic acid too, to help maintain its structure and stop it from drying out.
Hyaluronic acid is an essential part of synovial fluid, allowing the fluid to act as a lubricant, a shock absorber and a filter.
This controls the movement of cells and large molecules within the joint. This is very important in weight-bearing joints such as the hips and knees.
The benefits of hyaluronic acid knee and hip injections include:
- Pain relief that lasts for many months
- Delaying the need for surgery
- It’s a quick procedure, which you can do again if you need to
- Being able to move around more easily
- High chance of improving other osteoarthritis symptoms, like swelling or inflammation
One brand we use at The London Clinic is OSTENIL PLUS® which can decrease pain and stiffness and improve the other symptoms of osteoarthritis.
The hyaluronic acid in OSTENIL PLUS is very pure and is manufactured using a process called fermentation. It has been used to successfully treat thousands of our patients.
The exact make-up of the hyaluronic acid in this injection has been carefully chosen so that it’s as effective as possible in treating osteoarthritis. An alternative brand of hyaluronic acid injections we use is called Durolane, which can provide long term osteoarthritis pain relief too.
There are very few side effects from an injection with OSTENIL PLUS. Some patients have some pain and swelling for 24-48 hours after treatment, which normally settles down quickly.
OSTENIL PLUS has no animal proteins in it, so is unlikely to cause an allergic reaction, and is suitable for vegetarians.
You will be advised to rest the joint from any strenuous activities, like running or jumping, for a few days.
Consultants
We offer Fixed Price Packages
Where possible, we’ll provide a fixed-price package for your hospital care. This covers your hospital stay, nursing, and use of our facilities, giving you a clear guide to what those costs will be.
- Pre-op assessment
- Hospital stay, nursing care and meals
- Tests, scans and physio during your stay
- Take-home medication (up to 5 days)
- Post-op follow-up appointments
- Standard equipment or prosthesis (if needed)
- Unplanned extended stay or ITU (if clinically required)
- Initial consultation and any tests done during it
- Consultant and anaesthetist fees (quoted separately)
- Physio or therapy before or after your stay
- Diagnostics before admission (unless agreed in your plan)
- Specialist medication beyond 5 days
- Ambulance transport or bespoke prosthetics
Your consultant’s fees are quoted separately and shared directly by their office after your consultation. These professional fees cover the time, expertise, and care provided by your consultant before, during, and after your treatment. See our full terms and conditions
Timeline
At The London Clinic, we understand the journey you have been through to get here and we want to be with you every step of the way. Here is what you might expect as one of our patients:
Book an appointment
Our dedicated appointments team will arrange for you to meet with one of our renowned orthopaedic surgeons.
Consultation
You’ll discuss your current health, symptoms and expectations with your surgeon.
Enhanced pre-assessment
We will review your general health ahead of your treatment. This will help your care team plan your treatment safely.
The day of your treatment
You’ll meet your care team who will prepare you for treatment and let you know exactly what to expect throughout the day. After your treatment, your surgeon will give you advice on how best to start your recovery.
Follow-up
After six to eight weeks, you’ll have a follow-up with your surgeon to discuss any concerns and ensure that your treatment is working.
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We’ve teamed up with Chrysalis to offer you funding options that allow you to spread the cost of your treatment.
If you choose to pay for your treatment at The London Clinic over 12 months, you can make use of a great 0% interest option and pay nothing extra. Or you can choose to pay over two to five years at 14.9% APR.
Trustees of the London Clinic Ltd trading as The London Clinic is an Appointed Representative of Chrysalis Finance Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The London Clinic is a credit broker, not a lender. The provider of a payment scheme which is not offered through or by Chrysalis Finance Limited may not be so authorised and regulated. Cancer treatments or transplants aren’t covered by finance packages. Finance options are only available for UK patients.