Viscosupplementation

Gel Injections for Knees

By Michael Hana

Gel injections for knees are also known as viscosupplementation. The gel, made of hyaluronic acid, is injected into the knee joint to improve lubrication and enhance shock absorption. The injection should be done by a licensed healthcare professional. Typically, the procedure only takes a few minutes, and patients can resume normal activity immediately. Some people…

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Treatment of Knee Arthritis: 3 Main Treatment Options

By Michael Hana

Although knee arthritis is not curable, there are a variety of options for managing it and slowing down its progression. The main goal of the various treatment options is to reduce pain, improve function, and enhance mobility in the affected knee. Below, we explore the various treatment options for knee arthritis. Lifestyle Modification and Physical…

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About Dr. Hana

Mike Hana is triple board certified in Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine and Interventional Pain Practice. He completed his fellowship at the University of Texas, where he also served as an assistant professor training and teaching other physicians the science and the art of performing Image-guided interventions for pain management.