Alternative treatments
The FDA first approved prescription viscosupplements in 1997 to treat mild to moderate OA of the knee. (The FDA has not approved viscosupplementation for treatment of OA in any other joint in the body.) (6) Today, five viscosupplements are available. Each one is slightly different, but each one is designed to help people looking to treat the signs and symptoms of OA find relief.
Generic Name |
Brand Name |
hylan G-F 20 |
Synvisc |
hyaluronate |
Euflexxa, Hyalgan, Orthovisc, Supartz |
Other treatments for OA include:
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Braces or shoe inserts
- Lifestyle changes
- Rest
- Exercise – Talk to your doctor before trying any new exercise
- Lose weight – Talk to your doctor about healthy ways to lose weight
- Use of heat and cold to manage pain
- Over–the–counter pain creams
- Acupuncture
- Tai chi and yoga
Resources
Please visit these resources for more information:
Viscosupplementation for Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Center for Evidence-based Policy. March 17, 2010. Oregon Health Sciences University
Osteoarthritis. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Mayo Clinic
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