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I have a question i just had my first orthovisc injection in the left knee. why does my knee lock up ? please help?

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Would urge you to contact your orthopedic surgeon, who knows you best, and pursue a full dialogue regarding your concerns.

Answered 5/9/2021

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Could you explain what is happening when my left knee locks and I cant straighten my knee. I do have Grade 2 arthritis? I also think I have fluid in the knee and did receive a series of Orthovisc injections. When will I see relief 2 weeks now?

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It has now been one week since I have had my third Orthovisc injection in the left knee. I am in excruciating pain when I try to straighten the knee it hurts so much I could just cry. Can the Orthovisc injection go outside the knee joint ?

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