Cingal is a combination of hyaluronic acid and a corticosteroid. Hyaluronic acid is an organic compound present in high quantities in the synovial fluid that surrounds your joints and in tissue throughout your body. Hyaluronic acid works to protect your joints from damage caused by enzymes, fluid waste, and free radicals. The downside to this compound is that it can also cause your tissues to lose moisture and form stiffer connective tissue. Hyaluronic acid injections help relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis by increasing the production of cartilage.
Benefits of Using Cingal
Recent clinical studies have suggested that Cingal may also be effective in relieving the painful symptoms of osteoarthritis. In osteoarthritis, the protective cartilage on your front joint wears down causing swelling and pain. In order for this treatment to be successful, your doctor will want to do several tests before administering the medication to measure the level of Hyaluronic acid in your system. These tests are used to determine the optimum dosage of Cingal for your particular condition. Hyaluronic acid decreases inflammation throughout the joints and decreases pain receptors throughout the joint. Cingal has also been shown to prevent the build-up of fluid in the joint by stopping calcium from building up and softening the joint. These medications are also known to relieve pain that comes with osteoarthritis and has been proven to be effective in lessening the discomfort of osteoarthritis.