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Intraarticular Hyaluronic Acid Superior to Mepivacaine for Improving Pain and Function of Hip OA
July 2020
Intraarticular Hyaluronic Acid Superior to Mepivacaine for Improving Pain and Function of Hip OA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Comparative, double-blind, controlled study of intra-articular hyaluronic acid (Hyalubrix®) injections versus local anesthetic in osteoarthritis of the hip
Arthritis Res Ther. 2009;11(6):R183.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Forty-two patients with hip osteoarthritis were randomized to receive an intra-articular injection of hyaluronic acid or local anesthetic (2% mepivacaine) for improving function and relief of pain. The primary outcome of interest was the Lequesne index. Secondary outcomes of interest include pain on a Visual Analog Scale (VAS), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug consumption, global physician ass...
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