Orthovisc User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• JoJo
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 7, 2018

For Osteoarthritis "I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis and told I was bone on bone. I have had cortisone shots but now they are not working so my doctor recommended Orthovisc. I had the 3 shots in both knees and it was very painful. I am now 4 weeks since the final injection and my knees feel worse than they did when I started. I do need to lose weight and I thought for sure I would be able to get out and start walking and doing exercise to help in the process. Well I can't walk so I can't exercise. I really don't know what to do and my doctor says I need to go back in April for another round of shots. I am even taking HA in pill form but nothing is working. I really thought this would help me but I don't think it has unless I am one of those individuals that it takes longer to work on. I am 62 years old and until now very active. It is very depressing."

• Squas...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 23, 2016

For Osteoarthritis "Recently was told I needed both knees replaced but should try 4 Orthovisc injections. Had 3 so far beginning 3 weeks ago. First shot alleviated severe day to day walking pain. Am waiting to see if my condition improves much beyond where it is after all 4. Had no pain or swelling with any shots"

• The...
• September 11, 2018

For Osteoarthritis "I've had continuous knee problems and really want to share my story because hopefully doctors and insurances will see orthovisc as more of an acceptable treatment for younger people. I had orthovisc injections 5 years ago and was pain free for about 4 years. As far as I can tell I've had no side effects and after all the failed physical therapy and failed cortisone injections that left scar tissue I was so happy with the pain relief orthovisc left me in both my knees and the life I was able to lead on without pain. Now that I'm trying to get orthovisc injections again I'm being told that it's not an option. That I have to start from square one with physical therapy and cortisone. Unfortunately my options are cortisone and surgery. Hopefully my review on orthovisc will spread and more people may share their stories about it. Hopefully one day there will be enough success stories that orthovisc or similar treatments become more accepted by doctors and insurances."

• Shoefly
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2019

For Osteoarthritis "My knee pain was an 8 for the last several months. The first injection was a 10 on the pain scale. After several days I did notice more flexibility and less pain. My knee improved each day. The second injection was easy and painless. The relief was not as noticeable as the first. Today I received the third injection and the worst pain. I had to stay in the office with an ice pack. Walking was difficult. The pain has eased and I am hoping for great success."

• mb626
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2015

For Osteoarthritis "What a waste of money I paid a copay of $400 for 3 injections in my left and right knee. I am bone on bone they are worst now after the shots ortho visc should be investigated for false claims on what their product doesn't do, very dissapointed. I tryed to complain on their site but there is no contact us on their page"

• Anonymous
• November 6, 2009

For Osteoarthritis "I've had two of the three injections so far. After the first one last week, my knees were so noisy. They snapped, crackled, and popped when moving. I got the second ones yesterday and these felt alot more fuller and I felt unsteady walking. I have had pain relief, but have also had a few times when I felt a sharper pain when walking uphill. Not sure what that means or why yet. Maybe it's all part of my knee being more fuller with fluid and not having the healthy structures to rely on to keep it in place properly."

• HB Ru...
• April 25, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "I tore the lateral meniscus in my right knee when I took a spill on our stairs. Had a partial meniscectomy. MD also found a small amount of OA on the lateral femur and have it off during that arthroscopic procedure. He recommended gel injections. I had the series of 3 beginning 7 weeks post-op. I had swelling and decreased ROM with increased pain after each injection, second was the worst. I am 13 days post injections and still with some joint swelling, don't have full ROM back, and do not feel the injections helped; I think they regressed my recovery. If I had to do it over again, would NOT do the injections!!! So frustrated!!!"

• Cb101
• April 5, 2016

For Osteoarthritis "Had severe Osteo srthritis in right ankle. Could barely walk. Took three orthovisc shots over 3 week period in ankle (paid out of pocket as this isn't fda approved yet). Extremely effective. All pain went away for 6 months."

• Chris...
• June 22, 2015

For Osteoarthritis "I have had Orthovisc every 16-24 months for pain in my knees (osteoarthritis). It seems to really work a couple weeks to a month after the last of the three injections. I think, the main reason is my knees are healing from the multiple injections. I use ice on my knees on post-injection days one through four after walking over 2 miles. Ice seems to help feel the ache. I always start to feel better on Day Six, and the next day I start this all over again. It does help me. I go from barely walking 2 miles total a day to around 4. My swelling never totally goes away in my knees although, I think about the pain less. I use to get the injections for free but this time UnitedHealthcare PPO was $400 & you can ask to split payment over 4months."

• Capt...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 19, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "Just had my second injection yesterday. After the first injection I was somewhat sore and knee was swollen, however, since yesterday soreness has retreated and swelling has subsided. Feels good. It takes, as I understand it, 4-6 weeks to take full effect. So, we will see, but so far so good."

• JYSZ
• September 7, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "I found the reviews helpful, In March I had a shot of Cortisone in my right knee. It was effective for 5 months. When my pain returned the doctor recommended Ortho Visc. I had 3 treatments, each a week apart, I had relief after a few days, but it didn't last. I had the final injection on August 30th. It really hurt, and I was light-headed afterwards, and could hardly walk. The PA that gave me the last treatment had me rest until I felt OK to walk and drive. He told me to mark 3 weeks on the calendar, at which time I would feel no pain. (Did that mean I would be dead?!) After 8 days I am almost pain free! Now to see how long it lasts."

• Rich...
• March 25, 2010

For Osteoarthritis "I had Supartz shots two years ago with great success. I just had two of three of Orthovisc and so far my knees feel great. I hope Orthvisc lasts as long as Supartz. I would highly recommend both products"

• Jay...
• August 5, 2009

For Osteoarthritis "Have Osteoarthritis in both shoulders. Have received 3 sets of injections over 24 months, 6 months apart with no side effects. Excellent benefit after shot, diminishing proportionally over period. Decided to stop weight lifting after last shot to see what would happen (age 67) and found the pain has not returned. It has been 8 months now and pain level is quite tolerable with NSAIDs. Will start moderate exercise program next week to determine what level will be an acceptable compromise to inactivity."

• Capit...
• December 5, 2009

For Osteoarthritis "I completed the third shot in the series on Thursday before Thanksgiving. After the first and second shots I experienced about a 90% reduction in pain and did not need to take any pain medication at all. After the third shot I started experiencing more pain again and needed to start using pain medication again. I am hoping it goes back to the 90% with no pain medication."

• Bean
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 24, 2015

For Osteoarthritis "After years of experience dealing with back problems, I had assumed my knee pain was from the pain radiating down my leg and into my knee. I was actually surprised to hear the diagnosis of severe arthritis . My orthopedic Dr. Did all 3 Orthovisk injections in the same visit. In two weeks the improvement was remarkable! The benefits lasted through 6 to 7 months. Due to changes in insurance my cost jumped from 50$ to 650$( for Orthovisk only to be delivered to Dr office, not including actual procedure) and it's a struggle, but I can definitely say it's worth every penny!"

• YCAVA...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 14, 2016

For Osteoarthritis "Due to financial burden with the office visit copays ,I had no alternative other than to receive the three weeks of Orthovics all in one day for both knees ,I'm in escrutiating pain !,Has anyone experience the same when all administereD not only was it just one knee it was both !! How long does this pressure, stiffness last. Overall I can't feel any difference yet on my bone on bone pain .Hoping I can say later down the road that it has helped .I almost wanted to pass out I had received numbing med and spray as well it was brutal! !"

• Lauren
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 11, 2018

For Osteoarthritis "Awesome experience with this drug. I have advanced osteoarthritis at 38 years old and I’m super active. My doc suggested a series of three shots. I’m on shot two and feeling great. The shot did not hurt me at all. I would encourage to seek out the best injector at your practice. They make all the difference. Also relax when receiving the injection."

• Chuck
• February 16, 2021

For Osteoarthritis "The orthovisc injections I received made my knees feel worse and caused me more complications I would have rated a zero if the ratings start at zero it was a waste of money and a waste of time I would not recommend it"

• KPano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 6, 2020

For Osteoarthritis "I just finished my 3rd shot of orthovisc in my left knee last week. I'm hoping to avoid surgery. No shot in right knee, had knee replacement for osteoarthritis 5 years ago. I went skiing yesterday (downhill) and it went great. I'd lost my left turn last year because my left knee was so painful, it was excruciating, despite voltaren gel, naproxen 500 mg, and a knee brace. But yesterday it had no pain. Today both my knees are a little stiff and they are still sore going down or up stairs, but not terribly. I had no reaction to the shots, no swelling or pain. The PA who injected my shots was very skilled, and though the second one hurt going in, I couldn't even feel number 1 and 3. Even so soon after these shots, I've experienced major improvement in my left knee. It was a hassle dealing with the insurance, and I still have a big co-pay, but worth it."

• Terri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 30, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "My Dr thought this would be a good idea for me because of my knee condition I had had for years. I figured I'd give it a go and big surprise it made it worse a lot worse - it was like he stirred up a hornets nest after those shots. Now I'm having more trouble with it than ever before with walking pain, sleeping pain, knee resting pain, it's all worse I'm 40 and walk like I'm 80. Physical therapy was a joke considering my condition can't be fixed without replacing the knee. All physical therapy did was get me to shift my weight to one side and now my other knee is giving me problems. I guess the Dr won't be happy until I'm in a wheelchair ."

• ridin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2018

For Osteoarthritis "53 year old male, powerlifting for 35 years, multiple meniscus surgery's, bad arthritis, knee replacement is needed I was told. I had my first orthovisc shot today, don't know about anyone else's doctor, but is was painless, couldn't feel the shot being administered. I can't wait for my other 3 rounds. Before my shot I'd say my pain level on a daily basis is probably an 8, at times I hate to walk to my car to go out for lunch, so I know what pain is."

• Cahiemk
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2021

For Osteoarthritis "I am 65 years old and have had Orthovisc injections for over five years now. I have osteoarthritis of my left knee especially of the patella. These injections have helped far better than Cortisone injections."

• Pie...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 8, 2015

For Osteoarthritis "Got my first shot Sept 3 2015 and it hasn't done anything for me yet. I'm still in a lot of pain. Can anyone tell me how many shots I need before I can feel the relief I have been going through this almost 1 year. Will be a year Oct 19,2015 it's been this way since I had the scope surgery I have prayed and prayed over this knee can't hardly walk some days I believe I'm going to have to get a second opinion from another doctor. Took another MRI again I'm wasting money"

• Cathy
• November 26, 2018

For Osteoarthritis "Torn meniscus in my knee, Given 3 injections of Orthovisc. Pain and swelling for a very long time. Drug was totally useless. Another orthopedic doc said I need knee replacement. Today I spent an hour on phone with pharmacy, BriovaRX, told them about useless drug & that I wanted to speak with their CEO about bill of $741.64. I found my insurance company paid them, are you ready? $2,083.20! I spoke with 4 different employees who kept putting me on hold and could not give me the name of their president or CEO. Then to all insult, the "resolution" employee tried to justify the outrageous cost of the drug. Told them I will not pay and will still pursue finding their CEO. I see a lot of unhappy people here & 6.0 rating for an "expensive specialty drug" is poor. Next will contact manufacturer, Janssen Products. Apparently a team of people decide how much this drug should cost. Defective product period."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 30, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "I am 86, in good health and play tennis twice a week. The bone on bone problem started about 5 years ago and the orthovisc has been a blessing. I heard about its effectiveness in only 50 % of people treated and am so glad it's working for me. No problem with the injections. I can feel when I need another shot - probably about 8 months."