irisheyes 0 #1 September 8, 2008 In an effort to postpone some nasty knee surgery, my doc had prescribed a course of Synvisc (Gel Shots). I have read some pretty mixed reviews on Synvisc. So, I was just wondering if anyone here has had any experience with it and, if so, how did it go. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites cvandam 0 #2 September 9, 2008 My experience was a good one. I'm a gym-rat (running, cycling, stairs, etc etc) with an arthritic right knee that was becoming increasingly painful late last year. I did the Synvisc injections in January not really expecting much; my doctor had told me they work for some folks but not everyone. I was absolutely amazed at the results - the pain was almost totally eliminated. It's been eight months now and my knee's still doing fine. Good luck to you whatever you decide! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites moodyskydiver 0 #3 September 9, 2008 I've had rather extensive experience with synvisc (and Hyalgan..ie hyaluronic acid...which is compairable to synvisc) injections into my knees to postpone an inevitable surgery aswell.I've had 7 in my left knee and 5 in my right.My mom has also had numerous injections in her knees and back as well as my late grandmother in her knees and back.Its GREAT! Its a little squishy/bouncy feeling at first when you first move the joint around after the initial injection but as it works into the joint and does its magic its wonderful.I usually have full range of motion and no pain after an injection and usually starts working within 1-3 days after the first injection and stays strong for weeks even months later after a series (usually 5-7injections) is completed. I'd definitely go for it if I were you.Its really increased my quality of life.I unfortunately lost my insurance coverage in my divorce so I cant get them anymore and thus am slowly backsliding into chronic knee pain.hope that helped! if not PM me and I'll try to explain more. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites irisheyes 0 #4 September 9, 2008 That is great to hear. Thanks! I'm glad you knee is doing better! If you don't mind me asking, how soon after the first injection did you start to feel better? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ladydyver 0 #5 September 9, 2008 As a patient I have not had it, but during my ortho rotation it was used a lot....saw a lot of positive results and few who said it wasn't helpful...but overall I saw good things with it.DPH # 2 "I am not sure what you are suppose to do with that, but I don't think it is suppose to flop around like that." ~Skootz~ I have a strong regard for the rules.......doc! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites irisheyes 0 #6 September 9, 2008 Thank you for the info! It is nice to hear you saw results so quickly! I have a high deductible, but an MRI a couple of moths ago took care of that. So, luckingly this will be coverd by insurance. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites irisheyes 0 #7 September 9, 2008 This is seeming more and more like a promising option. It's funny, I'd never heard of it before my doc recommended it last week. Thanks for the response! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
cvandam 0 #2 September 9, 2008 My experience was a good one. I'm a gym-rat (running, cycling, stairs, etc etc) with an arthritic right knee that was becoming increasingly painful late last year. I did the Synvisc injections in January not really expecting much; my doctor had told me they work for some folks but not everyone. I was absolutely amazed at the results - the pain was almost totally eliminated. It's been eight months now and my knee's still doing fine. Good luck to you whatever you decide! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #3 September 9, 2008 I've had rather extensive experience with synvisc (and Hyalgan..ie hyaluronic acid...which is compairable to synvisc) injections into my knees to postpone an inevitable surgery aswell.I've had 7 in my left knee and 5 in my right.My mom has also had numerous injections in her knees and back as well as my late grandmother in her knees and back.Its GREAT! Its a little squishy/bouncy feeling at first when you first move the joint around after the initial injection but as it works into the joint and does its magic its wonderful.I usually have full range of motion and no pain after an injection and usually starts working within 1-3 days after the first injection and stays strong for weeks even months later after a series (usually 5-7injections) is completed. I'd definitely go for it if I were you.Its really increased my quality of life.I unfortunately lost my insurance coverage in my divorce so I cant get them anymore and thus am slowly backsliding into chronic knee pain.hope that helped! if not PM me and I'll try to explain more. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irisheyes 0 #4 September 9, 2008 That is great to hear. Thanks! I'm glad you knee is doing better! If you don't mind me asking, how soon after the first injection did you start to feel better? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladydyver 0 #5 September 9, 2008 As a patient I have not had it, but during my ortho rotation it was used a lot....saw a lot of positive results and few who said it wasn't helpful...but overall I saw good things with it.DPH # 2 "I am not sure what you are suppose to do with that, but I don't think it is suppose to flop around like that." ~Skootz~ I have a strong regard for the rules.......doc! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irisheyes 0 #6 September 9, 2008 Thank you for the info! It is nice to hear you saw results so quickly! I have a high deductible, but an MRI a couple of moths ago took care of that. So, luckingly this will be coverd by insurance. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irisheyes 0 #7 September 9, 2008 This is seeming more and more like a promising option. It's funny, I'd never heard of it before my doc recommended it last week. Thanks for the response! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
