Euflexxa

Euflexxa is a sterile hyaluronic acid gel injected into the knee. It adds lubrication and cushioning to help ease osteoarthritis pain when simple measures have not helped. Your doctor or our radiologist will advise if it is suitable for you.

After check in, a radiologist brings you to the procedure room, explains what will happen, and confirms consent.

You lie on the couch with your knee exposed. The skin is cleaned. A local anaesthetic can be given. Using ultrasound, a fine needle is guided into the joint.

The Euflexxa gel is injected at a steady pace. You may feel brief pressure or a short sting.

A small dressing is applied. You may wait a few minutes before leaving. Most people walk out and keep activity light for the rest of the day.

About 15 to 20 minutes in the clinic. The injection takes 5 to 10 minutes. Allow about 30 minutes total for check in and aftercare. Add 5 to 10 minutes if both knees are treated or if fluid needs to be drained. Most courses are three injections one week apart.

Mild pain, swelling, stiffness, warmth, or bruising at the knee can occur. These are short term and usually improve with rest and ice. Occasionally there may be a temporary inflammatory flare or fluid in the joint. Seek urgent care if you develop fever, severe pain, rapidly increasing swelling, a spreading rash, or trouble breathing.

Compared with cortisone and single dose options, Euflexxa may offer:

• Longer lasting symptom relief for some patients
• Fewer systemic side effects because it acts in the joint
• Good joint residence time for sustained benefit
• Non animal origin, which lowers allergy risk

No special preparation. Eat and drink as normal. Wear clothing that allows easy access to your knee. Bring your referral and Medicare card. Tell us if you take blood thinners, have allergies, or have had a joint infection. Plan light activity for the rest of the day.

Euflexxa may be suitable for:

• Adults with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis whose pain persists after exercise therapy and simple pain medicines
• People who cannot have or prefer to avoid cortisone or frequent anti inflammatory tablets
• Patients wanting to reduce pain and keep function while delaying surgery
• Selected non knee joints after specialist review
• Use alongside other treatments as part of your doctor’s plan