KNEE ARTHRITIS

2016-08-08 18:30:27
My dad has been detected advanced arthritis in both his knee as his age is 75 yrs we do not want to go for knee replacement,so want to try visco-supplementation injection for his knees,but the cost quoted to us is Rs 15000,but on researching the medicine market the injections are available from Rs 750 to Rs 15,000,so now I need little suggestion like which brand injection need to be bought of which quantity for eg,10 mg,is there any course to be followed a month or one injection per knee is enough till the pain erupts again in next 6 month or so.
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Avoid sitting Cross legged. Avoid Squatting- Quadriceps Exercises- Lie straight, make a towel role and put it under the knee, press the keen against the role, hold it for 20 secs. Repeat 20 times twice a day. This will help relieve some pain. Core Strengthening Exercise- Straight Leg Raised With Toes Turned Outward, repeat 10 times, twice a day. Hams Stretching- lie straight, take the leg up, pull the feet towards yourself, with a elastic tube or normal belt. repeat 10 times, twice a day. Sports Taping- stretch the tape from both ends and apply on the affected area Contrast Fomentation (Hot and Cold).

Answered2016-08-09 04:38:47

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Hi. Many injections are available. They are either single shot 💉 or multiple shot 💉. Depending on which you choose the cost varies. Single shot ones are typically available for 10-20000. I think your ortho has given you the mid range one. I personally like the one sold by Lupin as it is imported and around 15000. Cheaper ones are made in India but I have not got that great results with them.

Answered2016-08-09 04:22:58

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