Viscosupplementation

Viscosupplementation is a procedure by which a lubricating fluid is injected into a joint and is often used to treat symptoms of osteoarthritis.

Canada Diagnostic Centres offers three types of viscosupplements:

Monovisc®

Monovisc® is a single dose hyaluronic acid injection approved for treatment of osteoarthritis and requires only one appointment per joint. Monovisc® delivers the highest total dose of hyaluronic acid available and is not manufactured from animal parts, lowering the risk for allergic reactions.

More information can be found on KneePainRelief.ca

Orthovisc®

Orthovisc® is a single dose hyaluronic acid injection approved for treatment of osteoarthritis and requires only one appointment per joint. Orthovisc® delivers the highest total dose of hyaluronic acid of any options currently available and is not manufactured from animal parts, lowering the risk for allergic reactions.

More information can be found on KneePainRelief.ca

Cingal^™

Cingal^TMis indicated for the treatment of pain in osteoarthritis of the knee in patients who have failed to respond to other treatments.

Cingal^TM is a single injection containing borth a steroid + hyaluronic acid. The steroid provides immediate relief by reducing inflammation while the hyaluronic acid provides long-lasting pain relief.

More information can be found on KneePainRelief.ca