Healthy joint fluid contains hyaluronic acid, which provides shock absorption and lubrication to keep those joints moving and pain-free. When arthritis sets in, those same joints lose some of their hyaluronic acid, causing them to become stiff and painful.
Traditional treatment options like anti-inflammatory medicines and cortisone injections can actually have harsh effects on your body, and repeated cortisone injections have even been shown to speed the progression of arthritis and lead to cartilage loss. Physical therapy is another treatment option, but is often painful when the joint has limited mobility.
How does Supartz help?
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The solution is made of sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid), and helps to replace what was lost as a result of arthritis. It can even help protect the joint from further damage by restoring the cushioning effect of your joint fluid. While this therapy does not cure arthritis, it can provide the necessary pain relief and restore motion so that you can return to daily activity. The injection is given on a weekly schedule, ranging from 3-5 weeks. Some patients may start to see relief after their first injection, and the effect can last 6+ months.
To learn more about Supartz joint injections, schedule a consultation with one of our doctors at (516) 636-2341 or submit an online request.
Suffering From Joint Pain in Your Feet or Ankles?
Arthritis is often to blame. Healthy joint fluid contains hyaluronic acid, which provides shock absorption and lubrication to keep those joints moving and pain-free. When arthritis sets in, those same joints lose some of their hyaluronic acid, causing them to become stiff and painful. Traditional treatment options like anti-inflammatory medicines and cortisone injections can actually have harsh effects on your body, and repeated cortisone injections have even been shown to speed the progression of arthritis and lead to cartilage loss. Physical therapy is another treatment option, but is often painful when the joint has limited mobility.
The solution is made of sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid), and helps to replace what was lost as a result of arthritis. It can even help protect the joint from further damage by restoring the cushioning effect of your joint fluid. While this therapy does not cure arthritis, it can provide the necessary pain relief and restore motion so that you can return to daily activity. The injection is given on a weekly schedule, ranging from 3-5 weeks. Some patients may start to see relief after their first injection, and the effect can last 6+ months. To learn more about Supartz joint injections, schedule a consultation with one of our doctors at (516) 741-3338 or submit an online request.
