Frequently Asked Questions

We specialize in the treatment of knee and shoulder pain without surgery or opioids using gel injections that are FDA approved.

Our procedure is approved by Medicare and most private insurance plans.

Gel injections are fully approved by Medicare and most private insurance plans. If your insurance does not cover it, we have many self-pay options available to meet your budget. We do our best to make this treatment as affordable as possible regardless of your financial or insurance situation.

We have over 5,000 5-star reviews online from happy patients that have experienced dramatic pain relief from our procedure and several clinical studies have found that viscosupplementation can provide pain relief and improve function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee or shoulder, compared to a Placebo. We maximize the effectiveness of this treatment by placing the medicine precisely where it's needed for maximum pain relief with our live imaging technology. We also have 12 different gels to try, based on your specific diagnosis and we provide a holistic health plan to ensure you are getting the most out of your treatment.

Yes, gel injections are safe and approved by the FDA.

We've been in business since 2015.

We have 4 locations in the Chicagoland area: Glenview, Oak Brook, Orland Park, and Stony Island (Chicago). We have 1 location in the Minneapolis area: Edina.

We get arthritis in our joints for various reasons – this is a great question that can be answered in detail by our providers during your consultation.

Yes.

This is a great question that can be answered in detail by our providers during your consultation.

Yes, you might have fluid inside your knee. We can evaluate this during your consultation and drain the fluid if necessary.

Viscosupplementation is covered by Medicare and most major insurance plans when medically necessary. For patients with coverage, out-of-pocket costs are typically minimal. For self-pay patients, we offer affordable payment plans. During your consultation, our team will verify your insurance coverage and provide a clear breakdown of any costs before treatment.

For knee osteoarthritis and joint pain, you can see an orthopedic specialist, sports medicine physician, or a provider who specializes in non-surgical joint treatments like viscosupplementation. At Joint Relief Institute, our board-certified physicians focus exclusively on gel injection therapy and have performed over 400,000 procedures, giving them specialized expertise in this treatment.

Many patients with bone-on-bone arthritis experience significant relief from gel injections. While the gel cannot regrow cartilage, it provides cushioning and lubrication that reduces pain and improves mobility. The effectiveness varies by individual, but many of our patients with advanced arthritis have been able to delay or avoid knee replacement surgery. A consultation can help determine if gel injections are right for your specific condition.