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What are the uses of coxcomb injections for a meniscus bursa condition?

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Synvisc (hylan g-f 20): Synvisc (hylan g-f 20) is derived from compound found in the comb of roosters. It's chief component is hyaluronic acid, which attracts water and at least theoretically promotes new cartilage to develop, thereby increasing "cushioning" in the joint.

Answered 9/28/2016

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They can help: There are several versions of hyaluronan injections also called viscosupplementation -- that are used to treat knee osteoarthritis. They are injected directly into the joint. They include: 1% sodium Hyaluronate (euflexxa) sodium Hyaluronate (hyalgan) high-molecular-weight hyaluronan (orthovisc) sodium Hyaluronate (supartz) hylan g-f20 (synvisc) 1% sodium Hyaluronate (nuflexxa) they can help.

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