TREATMENT OF ARTHRITIS:

There are millions of people who are afflicted with arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a disease which affects the joints of the body. There are many factors which contribute to the cause of osteoarthritis, they include overuse or stress of the joint, bone malalignment, obesity, sports injuries, prior surgery and family history, just to name a few.  
 
Our  physicians and staff currently offer a wide variety of treatment options for the pain and stiffness commonly caused by this inflammatory condition. Certain cases warrant surgical intervention, but most do not. There are non-drug treatments available including physical therapy, exercise and weight loss. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications known as NSAIDS are frequently utilized. Another treatment alternative is injection therapy or viscosupplementation.
 
When injected into the knee joint, a natural chemical substance called Hyaluronan acts like a lubricant or shock absorber. Recent studies have shown that these compounds have stimulated cartilage growth, thereby decreasing inflammation and subsequently alleviating pain.  
 
A significant number of our patients have benefited greatly
from these treatments.

For more information visit: www.hyalgan.com