Just let me start by saying I almost didn't get the treatment becasue of the reviews I read on this site. I am a 50 yr old women that loves to run. I had my knee scoped 2 years ago and am now bone on bone and was looking for some relief. My Dr. suggessted Euflexxa. I was excited for the chance of running without pain. Then I started to do research online and everything written was absolutely terri...
I am preparing for this Euflexxa and quite frankly I am more nervous than before reading the reviews on this procedure. I had surgery on 11/26/10 and I am still inable to function. I can barely walk and the pain is so intense I wake almost nightly to screeming out in pain. I know that I have to try something, I can not continue in this pain and on pain medications. I am a heart patient and diab...
Sheri | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/7/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 4.7
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I have bone on bone arthritis both knees. Both menisci in R right are gone. I’m 72. Was very active until that last shred of meniscus on R gave way and created instability and grinding in R knee. At the worst I had almost no pain on walking, no swelling, just unstable knees, grinding and trouble with stairs and hills. Limited my yoga practice.
I’m 4 weeks post a 3 week course Euflexxa in both knees. Had immediate improvement from the first injection. I can go up stairs almost normally. Yoga better. Able to do more strengthening exercises. I don’t think it’s placebo effect. Might not last forever but I’m happy to feel more confident to do more things.
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justSo | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
8/14/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been getting this medication in my right knee for a torn meniscus and osteoarthritis every 6 months for two years. I am 68 years old, and I was having trouble with my knee locking out as I walked, almost falling over. I did fall a couple of times. I had pain with bending my knee deeply. A couple of times I had a sharp pain with the injection. The PA now uses a numbing spray and talks me through it. It is just a little fast pinch. I now have no pain with walking, aerobics, dancing, etc. Combined with exercise and stretches, I have good flexibility (still not as much as my left leg, but close enough), and have not had my knee lockout again. I mostly avoid jumping. :-)
Today the PA said he was impressed with how well I had done on this medication. He thought I would need a total knee replacement way before this time. I prefer the shots as long as they work well.
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Laurel Herman | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/12/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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I had my second shot this afternoon. I had a couple of weeks in between because I got Covid.. I will say not even one day after the first shot my knee felt fabulous… so even though my injections are spread apart, I have one that I just did today and one that I’m doing next week. My doctors office says that it usually takes three weeks after the last shot to determine its effectiveness but my experience has been wonderful so far. It is kind of a false sense of security, but still I feel like a new person.Read More Read Less
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TennisFunGuy | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
6/28/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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I’ve gotten three series of bi-lateral EUFLEXXA injections over the past six years. The first time it lasted 15 months, the second time 19 months, and the third time 23 months. No problem getting the injections, rest for 48 hours afterwards, and then back to tennis. The doctor giving the injections makes a difference. I’m a male in my 70’s and highly recommend getting the injections. Hope it works for you.
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Misty | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/14/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 2.0
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I just had my second injection yesterday. My first injection it did not hurt and I had one good day of mobility. The second injection hurt so much that I cried. This morning my knee is swelled up and I am debating getting the third injection next week.
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Susan C | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
5/19/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 4.3
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I have been receiving Euflexxa to both knees every 6 months for the past 7 years. It works for me. At the 5 month mark my knee pain is 7-10/10. After my first injection at month 6 I rate my pain 0-1/10. I started my treatment before I was bone-on-bone, a fight with my insurance but worth it.
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Kate | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/26/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 2.0
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After 3 rounds and 1 week later I have no appreciable benefit from Euflexcia.
I had bilateral injections without incident.
The right knee is more swollen since being injected.I had much better luck with Zilretta although that lasted only 2 months but near instant relief.
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Laura B | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/13/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 1.7
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Six weeks after my final injection, one knee, which was the better of the two, is now WORSE. I have MORE pain and a lot of inflammation. The other knee, is only mildly better. I paid a lot of money for more pain.
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Angel | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/10/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 1.3
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I got my last 1on feb7, 23 I'm still limping and have to use a cane brace, I take 2-3steps and my knee will dip like its going to give out i called the company they said it should be doing that I have a torn cartilage too I wish I could have got my surgery be about healed now I think a nerve was hit , something wrong, no ultra sound was used and I didn't lay down I watched videoes before I got them now my knee hurts too its digging when I climb steps the top hurts all the time I've done theropy no help I wish I left the shots alone the Dr said it probably not going to work when I got the last 1, after the very 1st shot I couldn't get out of bed had to get help super stiff swelling I still have to take ibuprofen, use bengay, braceRead More Read Less
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Happy Athlete | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/2/2023
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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Waiting to get 2nd shot but absolute game changer after the 1st. Walking down stairs went from a slow walk to a stair skipping sprint. Felt like my knees were 20 years younger with bounce, elasticity and zero instability/discomfort.
Shot was a no brainer - barely felt it (both knees) and was skiing, squatting and playing tennis THE NEXT DAY.
Highly recommend for anyone who feels like their knees are grinding or walks with knee instability.
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JoJo | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
1/29/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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I will eventually need a knee replacement but I am an active 68 year old woman and I will put it off as long as I can. Euflexxa injections are supposed to last 3-6 months I was told, my first time lasted 1 year. I had it done again, I wear my heels, danced all night at my daughter’s wedding g and I have NO pain! Do yourself a favor. Try it!!
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Herself | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
1/16/2023
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 3.0
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The three injections were painless; I felt pressure, but no pain. However, instead of a lessening of my knee pain, I have had an increase. My right knee, which is the one that is bone on bone with more pain, had increased pain with some of the pain in new locations. My left knee, which is much better and not quite bone on bone, now has pain; I am not able to flex it much at all without severe pain. This is my second experience with Euflexxa. I had the series of shots 5years ago. That first series was similar; I experienced a much higher level of pain in both knees, to the point that one day after the final injection I found myself unable to put weight on my right leg. So, I think that somehow my body does not respond to Euflexxa optimally. It would be interesting to understand why. Read More Read Less
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Kioko | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/30/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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I have had osteoarthritis since my first dislocation at the age of 12. I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome so dislocations and pain have just been part of my life. My 3 injections of Euflexxa were relatively painless, some discomfort during the numbing injection. The amount of pain relief I am feeling now makes it worth it. I have heard that the injections don't necessarily work for everyone but they certainly helped me.
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Mary | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/15/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 4.3
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My orthopedic recommended this after Cortisone cause my BP to skyrocket and only lasted a few weeks. Now I am a severe needle phobic so I was not thrilled at the thought of 3 shots. My orthopedic talked me through the entire process. He used numbing spray and I really felt very little when the needle was inserted. There was pressure and a sting when the needle was removed. After effects were soreness and swelling which went away with ice. By the time my second shot was due my pain was greatly diminished and I was able to do stairs again. The second shot was the same, with pressure and a pinch. Ice and elevation helped. So far it has been worth it and I am very pleased with the results. Read More Read Less
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CrunchyGenX | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/28/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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Just received my last round of Euflexxa injections this morning and resting. I am so grateful for this medicine, before the shots my knees hurt just walking. After 2 wks & 2 injections I traveled to Paris and walked throughout the city & Disney with little pain and actually enjoyed myself! I hope I continue to improve. As another reviewer mentioned, the bad reviews scared me but this medicine has been effective for me. Definitely worth a “shot”, lol.
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Kitty | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
9/13/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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My doctor using a numbing spray before injection. I've used this treatment for years. Now I can go as long as 8-9 months between injections. Efflexa is not meant to be a cure but a treatment for pain relief. I certainly wouldn't go back to the activities which wore out my knees in the first place because I feel better. The problem is still there.
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fuzzerson | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 10 years or more |
8/3/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 4.3
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62 yr old male, play hockey a couple of times a week, played football in college and am a former Marine officer. I had a partial meniscectomy of left knee in 1996. I started HA injections (Euflexxa) in 2010. I have had 6 series of 3 injections over the year. Sometimes it works for a couple of years, other times just a year or slightly less. The level of pain during injection is totally related to the technique used. Ultra sound guided is best and which portal used is important as well. Superolateral is best for me. Inferomedial is a no go. It doesnt work for everyone. I am just one of the lucky ones.Read More Read Less
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sixpack14 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/5/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 1.0
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I had meniscus surgery in November 2021. Not much relief so my doctor suggested gel injections. Desperate for pain relief I agreed to take the injections. It was the most painful injection with numbing medicine that I have ever had. I have yet to get any relief. The therapy didn't work for me at all. My only option now is a knee replacement. I was hoping, but it didn't work. I'm not saying that it's a bad option, just didn't work for me. And it was painful, very painful. But that too could have been because of my injury. Read More Read Less
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Plm0721 | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
2/26/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 4.3
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I have been getting these shots for about 3 years now. Work great for me I also have bone spurs in both knees. I get these shots to keep from getting another surgery. I do not want another surgery. For anything. I am a 68 year old female and I work as a security officer. At least I can sit down at work.
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Jim S. | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/10/2022
Condition: Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Overall rating 5.0
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Xrays showed that I have a bone on bone condition in my due to absence of cartilage, I got my first series of 3 injections in January 2021. It have been very effective, and I have not needed to take Advil even once in the last year. Recently I've started to feel some disomfort, so I am getting the series of 3 injections again. I'm really very pleased at how much relief I got from the first series of injections..
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