Intra-Articular Injections and Emerging Strategies in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis

ORCID

Sharon West-Sell - 0009-0003-0837-6125

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Scientific Journal of Research & Reviews

Department

Health, Exercise, and Sport Sciences Department

ISSN

2687-8097

Volume

4

Issue

2

First Page

1

Last Page

7

Publication Date

2-16-2024

Abstract

Knee Osteoarthritis (KOA) is a prevalent and debilitating condition, necessitating effective interventions to alleviate symptoms and improve patient outcomes. This comprehensive review explores the etiology, epidemiology, and management strategies for KOA through a comparative analysis of Intra-articular corticosteroid, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and hyaluronic acid (HA) injections and a discussion of emerging treatment strategies using blood flow restriction (BFR) training and nerve ablation. Each treatment modality is described in terms of its mechanism of action, clinical efficacy, and potential side effects. This review aims to provide clinicians with valuable insights into the diverse landscape of KOA management, considering patient-specific factors and pave the way for informed decision-making in clinical practice.

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