Orthovisc for Osteoarthritis User Reviews (Page 3)

• Fanny
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 30, 2019

"I had Orthovisc injections to my left knee a little over two years ago with seemingly good results so I repeated them April-May 2018 but to both knees. What a mistake. Both of my knees have been stiff ever since and my mobility has been significantly compromised, even a year later. Cortisone injections and therapy have given me very little relief. Now I will be having a knee replacement on my “good knee” next week. Both of my knees have taken a significant downward and irreversible spiral since the injections. I would not recommend them to anyone. It’s just not worth the risk. Now I need to have bilateral knee replacements."

• Tskir...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 9, 2015

"Just had first injection (both knees) For the third series of orthovisc. The first injection is always the worst- more painful and I feel lazy the remainder of the day. I recommend getting the shots at the end of the day vs first thing in the morning if you can. The shots have been amazing for me. I am able to ski, ride my dirt bike, hike with very little, if any, discomfort the majority of the time. Walking up and down stairs is no longer an excruciating experience."

• Capt...
• October 28, 2016

"Had my fourth and final shot 3 days ago. Walked 2.25 miles this morning about 95% pain free. I was told it does take time to get the full effect, and I sense it is really starting to kick in. Hopeful and grateful."

• Lulu
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 20, 2020

"I have had a horrible experience with this medication. 3 shots and no relief! If anything it has hurt more than I did before the Injections. This medication might have helped others but for me it's been a nightmare!! The stiffness and pain is unbearable It hurt before... I regret doing this.."

• Tammyr
• May 19, 2011

"I was diagnosed with lupus 4 years ago and have been living in constant pain. My knees have been the worst especially my right knee. I was offered the Orthovisc injections for the first time in May 2011. I just received my 3rd injection and I could tell immediately after the first one my knee was 95% better. I cannot express how good it feels to walk pain free for the first time in 4 years. I was near using a wheelchair every time I had to leave the house. I am so happy looking forward to seeing how long it lasts. My back quit hurting as well due to knee pain changing my gait caused back pain! I wish I had known about this sooner! I would recommend this to anyone. I'm so thrilled to feel like I use to and to be able to function."

• BandaB
• April 27, 2011

"I am 48 years old with osteoarthritis in both knees. Had my first injection of a series of 4 weekly, then will go to twice a year. I can already tell a tremendous difference. Was able to do over 30 minutes on the elipitical machine and recumbant bike each for the past week with no pain. Amazing. The injections pinch a little bit, but probably won't this week as the doctor advised me to not over do it the day before. If you are considering this treatment plan, I think you will be happy with the results. I am."

• Randy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 20, 2015

"I'm 58 and have Osteoarthritis in both knees but have moderate pain in my right knee. My Ortho Doctor recommended the typical 3 weekly injections for the right knee and said realistically they were around 50% effective. I just finished the third injection yesterday and went from a 3-4 pain level to zero pain. I can now walk normally without limp. Wow ..... what a difference! The injections were not painful, just a little pressure and took around 1 - 2 minutes to complete. I highly recommend to try at least the first injection. If there's no relief, don't bother with the remaining. Fortunately insurance covered all but $50 for the Orthovisc prescription plus my office co-pay. Can't wait to get back to a good exercise routine."

• Grammie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 30, 2015

"Bone Spur with Osteoarthritis and severe pain in my left knee before I began the 3 injections. Received the last of the the 3 today. I am amazed at this treatment. I am noticing a difference and it is huge. I went from using a cane to walking on my own, pain free."

• Hiker...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 5, 2018

"This is my 3rd time getting the Orthovisc injections. I have also had Synvisc, Uflexa and Hyalgen in the past. The Orthovisc gives me the most relief out of all of them. My doctor uses a fluoroscope to ensure the needle is in the right place. He usually does a pain free injection. If it does hurt it’s minor and doesn’t last long. I make sure to ice my knees several times after each injection and take it easy for 48 hours. Within a few weeks of finishing the series I am almost pain free! I get the injections about every 6 months. I am hoping to avoid knee replacement by doing the injections. I’ve heard it’s possible so I’m going for it. I really appreciate the Orthovisc for the quality of life I have with it."

• SNOW...
• September 29, 2016

"I had these injections two years ago in my right knee i have been pain free ,but my left leg also started with the same symptoms recently so i went back to my doctor got my confirmation i was a candidate and i just finished my third injection today i must say its helped me regain 100% control again thank you so much..❤"

• Menis...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 26, 2013

"Had my left knee meniscus removed 30 years ago. I was told then "If you don't have it removed you will get arthritis when you are older". Well I have Mild to Moderate arthritis now anyway. Had my first series of injections in May of 2012. After 4 weeks I was 99% pain free for 8 months. Had the second series in March of 2013. Both times the middle shot was painful for a couple of hours. And then sore two days. No issues with the other 4 shots. With the start of snowboard season, I am looking at doing my third series. "

• PR-Lou
• August 19, 2011

"It's 9 days before Iron man Louisville and I just had my second shot. I'm 33, and ran 10 marathons last year and this year I'm feeling it. I have received the steroid shots in the past but two weeks ago got the first Orthovisc shot. That was on a Friday and I swam 2.4 miles and biked 70 with no pain. This week I've run over 20 miles, one 13 mile run, and am still feeling good. The shot was no big deal - I just put ice on my knee the hour before I went in and right after and this helped. I didn't need any assistance walking after - it just feels a little swollen. Oh well - time to go run!"

• Seven...
• August 19, 2010

"I'm a 41 year old male, been playing volleyball for many years, and had a minor knee injury and went to the orthopedist to get it checked out. He said I had moderate osteoarthritis in both knees and gave me Orthovisc. One injection per week for 3 weeks, not too bad. A little pinch during the injections but no pain afterward. After a few weeks, I noticed a lot less crunching in the knees, and can squat normally again. I believe it has helped a lot, and I hope it continues! I also started taking cod liver oil (with meals) as I read this helps with joint repair and function. They're pretty cheap at any vitamin store. Good luck and I hope this helps someone."

• Sporty...
• May 10, 2017

"This has given me my life back! I have had these injections now for the past 4 years and would not be walking without them. THE QUALITY OF THE TECHNICIAN ADMINISTERING THE SHOTS IS VITAL! The first few shots I received were incredibly painful (I almost fainted) and only lasted a couple of months. Apparently the technician got close...but didn't get ALL of the gel INTO the all-important knee capsule and some got wasted. I went to another doctor who used an x-ray machine to verify that the fluid was going in EXACTLY where it needed to go and what a difference! Hardly any injection pain and the shot lasted 7 months before I needed more. L"

• pudyb...
• February 19, 2010

"I've been using Orthovisc for 3 years. The pain during injection was minimal, no biggie. For my last set of shots I used another doctor. (Both doctors are rheumatologists.) The shots were very painful. Needless to say that next time I am going back to the first doctor for my next series. I know knee replacement is in the future for me (both knees) but so far I am having very good success with the Orthovisc though I must admit that each time I do it it’s not as successful as the last. Well I guess that only stands to reason but let's face it, with therapy and Orthocisc I've been able to postpone surgery for 3 years and still counting."

• betsy
• December 3, 2015

"I don't know if this has anything to do with orthovisc, but I have had continual shortness of breath, exhaustion and waves of nausea, especially following the second dose (I had 4). These symptoms have continued for weeks and the hospital and doctors can find no other cause."

• Suze
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 30, 2016

"11-23-15 I got shot #1of Orthovisc. The shot itself was not painful, but afterwards the pain became intense. There was swelling, redness at the injection site and at times, excruciating pain. 11-30-15 I was given a cortisone shot to get the reaction under control. 12-3-15 I got shot #2. The injection wasn't painful but afterwards was horrible. There was redness at the injection site; swelling from the thigh to the ankle; fatigue; weakness; mild edema; pain body-wide, with arthritis type pain in my joints and the excruciating pain in the knee. 12-7-15 Given a prescription for Prednisone. Did not receive shot #3. Finally, the last couple of days I can say the symptoms are about half gone. 1-29-16 Do your research."

• Antuca
• December 10, 2016

"I received one injection in both knees for four weeks a month ago. Have RA, OA and had tibia plateau fixation in both legs in 2009 after a car hit me. The injections DID NOT give me any kind of pain relief AT ALL. As a matter of fact today, my right knee feels worse than before the injections because it's hurting even though I didn't walk or stand up…"

• Rock-...
• January 1, 2016

"I've been getting the injections in both knees for several years from my Ortho and have experienced some relief from the pain in my knees. Both the doctors and MA's on staff are extremely proficient in performing the procedures and I have never had any discomfort during the procedure. I have also been diagnosed with "end-osteoarthritis" in both shoulders and look forward to receiving the injections to either put an end to or reduce the pain that I experience."

• the...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 5, 2013

"Have arthritis in my right knee. I kneel a lot so my knee is always hurting, had the shot done today. 5 hours later crazy to say but my knee feels pretty good. 3 more shots to go. Hopefully this works, tired of the pain."

• BB45701
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 1, 2015

"I had Synvisc injections in my knees last year and they didn't seem to help much, this year I got the Orthovisc injections and they have really made my knee joints hurt much worse than before taking them"

• Tattoo
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 16, 2018

"Had three knee surgeries in 2005. Since thenI have been getting Injections the past seven years with orthovisc. A great sports doctor surgeon gives them to me every six months. Lay around for two days with ice. Sure they hurt but not for long. It is touchy in the injection spot for three or so days. I get three over three weeks. I would say yes doing this is better than surgery and months of rehab. I'm 63 now and plan on shots until they stop working on me. Doc told me I'm a record for her. Going into 13 years on injections since 05. OUCH LOL. But yes Orthovisc is the ticket."

• Catlyn
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 14, 2019

"Orthovisc was one of the biggest mistakes I ever made. The doctor said this would help my osteoarthritis but it is much worse than when we started. The first shot was very painful, second much worse. The doctor convinced me to have all four shots. Now I can hardly walk, in constant pain. So sorry I had the orthovisc shots. They should be off the market."

• former...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 17, 2016

"I just had my first injection both knees a few days ago. When I came home from the clinic, I ran down to the basement to get something and noticed right away my knees felt better. I had really bothersome aching in my knees at night, that is gone. So far, I am very impressed."

• Rich
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 4, 2019

"I have been very active in many sports all my life. I am now 80 and for the last 30 years I have played tennis 2 to 4 times a week. Eight months ago my right knee was bone on bone and I was having trouble maintaining my tennis regimen. So I had 3 shots of Orthovisc over 3 weeks with remarkable results. The shots were minimally painful and worked like a charm as I was soon back on the courts. It has now been almost 9 months and I continue to be pain free. My doctor has recommended another 3 shots, which I just started, to maintain my good results."