Visco Supplementation.
VISCO SUPPLEMENTATION INJECTIONS FOR JOINT ARTHRITIS
Synvisc, Monovisc, Durolane and Eufflexxa are all versions of hyaluronans which are a synthetic form of the natural fluid within the knee joint.
They are produced by different companies and have different chemical compositions, so your doctor may recommend one above the others.
Hyaluronans help to lubricate the knee and keep the cartilage healthy. In a knee with arthritis, the knee fluid composition changes and does not protect the knee properly.
The theory is that an injection of hyaluronan can help to change the ingredients of the knee fluid to be in a more healthy balance.
These injections have been found to be safe and to have quite good effects on pain, particularly in earlier stages of arthritis. Some people may see improvement for 12 months or beyond.
PRICING
Unfortunately, Medicare does not fund these injections.
They can be ordered direct from the supplier under our guidance. The approximate cost to purchase the injection medication is $760 – $825.
The cost of performing the injection is payable to the clinic on the day with no Medicare rebate available.
It is always worth consulting with your health fund to see if they will reimburse any of these costs. *Please note these injections do not have a specific item number, however, some health funds do have allowances for miscellaneous items.