Pain reduction and improvement of function following ultrasound-guided intra-articular injections of triamcinolone hexacetonide and hyaluronic acid in hip osteoarthritis


Article ID: 6605
Vol 30, Issue 4S1, 2016
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54517/jbrha6605
Received: 8 January 2017; Accepted: 8 January 2017; Available online: 8 January 2017; Issue release: 8 January 2017

Abstract

The scientific literature has shown positive results regarding intra-articular injections of hyaluronic acid in osteoarthritic joints. When injecting in the hip joint, the guidance of ultrasound can provide higher injection accuracy and repeatability. However, due to the methodological limitations in the current available literature, its recommendation in the current practice is still controversial. This study shows that ultrasound-guided intra-articular injections of triamcinolone hexacetonide and hyaluronic acid can improve pain, function and quality of life in patients with symptomatic and radiographic hip osteoarthritis. In addition, the administration of triamcinolone hexacetonide and hyaluronic acid to the hip joint in these patients can delay the need for interventional surgery.


Keywords

hyaluronic acid;viscosupplementation;osteoarthritis;hip;ultrasound-guided


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