What is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a substance found naturally in the body and plays important roles especially in joints and skin. Hyaluronic acid, one of the main components of joint fluid, provides lubrication between the joint surfaces, acts as a shock absorber and facilitates joint movements. It is widely used in the field of orthopaedics, especially in the treatment of joint diseases such as osteoarthritis, chondromalacia (cartilage softening), limitation of movement.

How is Hyaluronic Acid Applied?

Hyaluronic acid is usually applied as an injection into the joint. It is a frequently preferred method in the treatment of osteoarthritis, especially in the knee joint. Hyaluronic acid injected into the joint increases the viscosity of the joint fluid, allowing the joint surfaces to move more easily and reduces pain.

The amount and structure of hyaluronic acid in hyaluronic acid injections vary. Injections with high cross-linked density have a longer lasting effect. Not every hyaluronic acid is the same. In orthopaedics, the most suitable and effective injection should be selected for the patient with personalised applications. 

Use of Hyaluronic Acid in Orthopaedics

Hyaluronic acid is used to treat osteoarthritis in the knee, hip, shoulder and other joints. Osteoarthritis is caused by the wear of joint cartilage and leads to joint pain and stiffness. Hyaluronic acid injections reduce pain and improve joint mobility by improving the quality of joint fluid. Hyaluronic acid reduces friction by increasing lubrication between the joint surfaces. In this way, joint movements are more comfortable and pain is controlled. Hyaluronic acid injections offer an effective treatment option before or as an alternative to surgery, especially in cases of mild and moderate osteoarthritis. Hyaluronic acid plays a shock absorbing role in the joint fluid. It reduces the pressure in the joint by balancing the loads on the joint.

What are the Advantages of Hyaluronic Acid Application?

– Minimally Invasive: Hyaluronic acid injection can be applied without the need for surgery and the patient can quickly return to daily activities after the procedure.

– Fast Effect: After injection, patients usually observe a reduction in pain and improvement in joint function within a few weeks.

– Repeatable Treatment: Hyaluronic acid injections can be repeated at regular intervals and provide long-term symptom control.

In conclusion, orthobiological applications such as hyaluronic acid offer non-surgical and regenerative solutions in the field of orthopaedics, providing effective results in joint diseases, tendon injuries and other soft tissue problems.