Can three injections of sodium hyaluronate be administered

Sodium hyaluronate injection generally requires determining the number of treatment courses based on the degree of joint injury. Three injections may be effective, but it needs to be evaluated based on individual circumstances. Sodium hyaluronate injection is mainly used for joint diseases such as osteoarthritis, improving lubrication function by supplementing joint synovial fluid. The specific treatment course is affected by factors such as the degree of joint degeneration, symptom relief effect, and doctor's advice. Sodium hyaluronate injection therapy usually takes 3-5 times as a complete course of treatment. For patients with mild joint wear, three injections may achieve the effect of relieving pain and increasing joint mobility. Clinical observations have shown that some patients experience significant reduction in joint stiffness and swelling after completing three injections, especially for patients with early osteoarthritis. The treatment interval is usually once a week, during which excessive joint weight-bearing should be avoided, and low-temperature hot compress can enhance drug absorption. But if there is severe deformation or extensive cartilage defect in the joint cavity, simple three needle injection may not fundamentally improve function. For patients with moderate to severe lesions, if symptoms do not significantly improve after three injections, doctors may recommend extending to five injections or combining with other treatment methods. Due to individual metabolic differences, some patients have a shorter retention time of sodium hyaluronate in the joints, and therefore need to increase the number of injections to maintain therapeutic effects. Individuals with joint cavity infections, coagulation dysfunction, or allergies to avian proteins may experience adverse reactions even with three injections. Continuous redness, swelling, and pain after injection should be immediately discontinued, and joint condition should be evaluated through imaging re examination. During the period of receiving sodium hyaluronate injection, moderate joint activity should be maintained to avoid severe exercises such as running and jumping that worsen cartilage wear. Daily intake of collagen rich foods such as Tremella fuciformis and tendons can help repair synovial tissue. Overweight patients need to control their weight and reduce joint load, while combining low-frequency pulse electrotherapy and other physical therapies to promote drug action. If the pain recurs after the three needle treatment, timely follow-up should be considered to consider advanced treatment options such as joint cavity flushing or platelet rich plasma injection.