HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Pain In Calf And Ankle After Getting Ortovisc Injections In Knees?

default
Posted on Tue, 2 Sep 2014
Question: Hello, I recently had Ortovisc injections in both knees and have been experiencing calf and ankle pain. Is this a side effect of this medicine. Couldn't find much info on it.

doctor
Answered by Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Ortovisc is not culprit behind all your symptoms

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have read your query.

From your history it seems that ortovisc is not culprit behind all your symptoms because injection in knee joint would not cause pain in ankle joint. I also advise ortovics in paitents but first I usually see the xray of joint, because it is not indicated in severe arthritis.

I would like to provide you the side effects of ortovisc in detail.

Ortovisc treatment consists of three or four consecutive, weekly injections given by a trained healthcare professional in his/her office.

Most commonly reported side effects of ortovisc are joint pain, back pain and headache. Others include temporary pain at the injection site.

Serious side effects are closing of the throat, difficulty breathing, hives, or swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, if these occur then contact your doctor’s office immediately.

Ortovisc treatment should not be given to patients with infections or skin diseases in the area of the injection site.

I hope it helps.

Thanks.

Dr.Singh.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Chander Mohan Singh

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Practicing since :2003

Answered : 1042 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask an Orthopaedic Surgeon
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Pain In Calf And Ankle After Getting Ortovisc Injections In Knees?

Brief Answer: Ortovisc is not culprit behind all your symptoms Detailed Answer: Hi, I have read your query. From your history it seems that ortovisc is not culprit behind all your symptoms because injection in knee joint would not cause pain in ankle joint. I also advise ortovics in paitents but first I usually see the xray of joint, because it is not indicated in severe arthritis. I would like to provide you the side effects of ortovisc in detail. Ortovisc treatment consists of three or four consecutive, weekly injections given by a trained healthcare professional in his/her office. Most commonly reported side effects of ortovisc are joint pain, back pain and headache. Others include temporary pain at the injection site. Serious side effects are closing of the throat, difficulty breathing, hives, or swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, if these occur then contact your doctor’s office immediately. Ortovisc treatment should not be given to patients with infections or skin diseases in the area of the injection site. I hope it helps. Thanks. Dr.Singh.