Joint fluid replacement (viscosupplementation) is a nonsurgical alternative treatment for patients suffering from painful arthritis. Although it is approved by the FDA for osteoarthritis of the knee, doctors have also used it to treat other joints, such as ankles or hips, with generally positive results. A 2006 Cochrane Review of joint fluid replacement found that … Continue reading Joint Fluid Replacement (Viscosupplementation) for Painful Arthritis