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Originally Posted by Barefoot
I recently had cortisone injections in both knees which worked marvelously, but only lasted for six weeks. My years of playing squash every day and jogging have taken their toll.
My doctor is now suggesting Synvisc injections. I'd love to hear some comments from people who've tried Synvisc.
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Hi Barefoot,
I went the same route as you with my knee. Cortisone was fantastic but temporary. After awhile the pain relief only lasted for a few days. Tried Synvisc but it didn't work for me. According to some literature I got from the company they claim about 80% of patients get relief.
There are horror stories out there about the shots being extremely painful. I didn't have that experience. They stung pretty much like any other injection. Had they worked I would have kept getting them for as long as they were effective. Unfortunately my only option was a total knee replacement which I had done two years ago. The replacement was a good choice. Sometimes now I have trouble remembering just how much pain I was in.
Good luck. Hope the Synvisc works for you if you decide to go that route.