Durolane hyaluronic acid is a molecule naturally found throughout the human body. It is an essential component of joint fluid, called synovial fluid, which provides lubrication and cushioning in healthy joints.
When osteoarthritis affects the knee, hyaluronic acid breaks down and becomes diluted, reducing its natural elastic properties. This may lead to further cartilage deterioration and increased joint pain.
In osteoarthritic joints, hyaluronic acid loses its natural viscoelastic properties that are necessary to protect joint tissues.
This loss means the synovial fluid can no longer absorb shock effectively or protect the surrounding cartilage.
Therefore, hyaluronic acid supplementation becomes necessary. In this article, we will explore Durolane, a hyaluronic acid supplement available as a localized injection administered into the knee.
What is Durolane?
Durolane is a safe, single-injection treatment administered once into the knee. It contains non-animal–stabilized hyaluronic acid (NASHA), which helps reduce knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.
The hyaluronic acid in Durolane has the same structure as the natural HA produced by the body but comes in a highly concentrated and uniquely stabilized form to resist degradation caused by osteoarthritis.
Durolane is a one-of-a-kind HA treatment given as a single injection and provides long-lasting pain relief from osteoarthritis for up to 6 months.
In one injection, hyaluronic acid provides lubrication and cushioning inside the joint, mimicking the natural HA found in the body.
What makes DUROLANE special is its carefully stabilized hyaluronic acid formulation, which resists breakdown, allowing it to remain longer inside the joint and maintain its long-term therapeutic effect.
Indications for Using DUROLANE
DUROLANE is used to treat symptoms associated with mild to moderate osteoarthritis pain in the ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, fingers, and toes.
The injection contains HA to relieve joint and bone pain.
HA helps protect bones and other joint tissues from injury and disease.
DUROLANE is suitable for osteoarthritis patients who prefer to avoid oral medications, physical therapy, or steroid injections.
DUROLANE contains HA that functions like natural joint lubrication.
How Durolane Works
The hyaluronic acid (HA) in Durolane is a natural substance found in the human body.
Its main role is to act as a shock absorber. HA is naturally broken down in the body during metabolism and then replaced.
As we age and our metabolism slows, HA replacement becomes less frequent, reducing its viscosity and elasticity. This leads to bone deterioration and pain caused by friction.
Replenishing HA ensures continuous lubrication between the joints, with added viscoelasticity that helps relieve knee pain.
Dosage and Instructions
Durolane is a single injection administered into the knee or hip joint, unlike other treatments that require multiple injections.
This allows the patient to feel comfortable throughout the procedure, which takes only a short time.
Treatment can be repeated during follow-up visits.
Durolane (3 ml): For the treatment of mild to moderate symptoms of knee or hip osteoarthritis.
Contraindications
There are no known contraindications.
DUROLANE should not be used if you have a skin infection or disease at the injection site.
Durolane has not been tested in pregnant or breastfeeding women or children.
Possible side effects include temporary pain, swelling, and/or stiffness at the injection site.
You should not use DUROLANE if you have infections or skin diseases at the injection site.
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