See details: It does not rebuild cartilage but it can privide temporary relief in some patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. The benefit usually last about 6 months and the injections can be repeated as long as they help. The exact mechanism is unknown but the commonly held explanation that it works as a lubricant is not likely the correct answer.
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