Monovisc for Osteoarthritis User Reviews (Page 3)
Monovisc has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from a total of 60 reviews for the treatment of Osteoarthritis. 50% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 37% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Monovisc
- Sue
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 11, 2021
"Got the Monovisc injections in both knees in the morning. By the evening, I was in so much pain, I thought something had been botched. The swelling was incredible, and I couldn't walk without 2 canes. The next day, the swelling had come down a bit, and one knee felt no better than pre-injection, and the other still felt much worse. After a few days, the swelling has now come down, and both feel a bit better than pre-injection. The doctor says that it will take about 2 weeks for the pain to subside, then things should be stable for a while. I am looking forward to getting around without my cane!"
- Babi
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- August 8, 2021
"For Osteoarthritis: “Amazing result for my knee first day. I have severe osteoarthritis in my knees . I received one full dose two days ago I went to see my specialist. Treatment wasn't painful at all just little pressure. After 1 day of resting , all my old pain and discomfort was gone but suddenly pain came back. I hope that pain will go away. It was nice to live without pain at least for one day with no limping. I just hope that Monovisc will help me I will post again in few days to see what is going to happen I am so tired of pain"
- Bob...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- May 16, 2024
"I have used Monovisc about three years ago and pain free for a year and a half. Switch Doctors and tried Orthovisc injections which is given once a week for 3 weeks. Had head ache for 3 weeks and knees stayed stiff for 4 weeks. Could not play golf. Lasted about 9 months though but did not like the initial procedure. Tried Durolane which was terrible. Head aches, knee pain and only lasted 2 months. Went back to my Doctor and requested Monovisc. It has been 5 days since my injections in both knees and no head ache and slight discomfort, stiffness in both knees which is gone in four days. Looking forward to a year and a half of painless knees. I see people complain about pain full injections. That is because the Doctor is in a hurry or doing a poor job. A good Doctor gives injections pain free."
- cat
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- April 19, 2019
"Second time getting the injection in both knees; they also gave a cortisone/lidocaine injection which helped. Lasted almost a year."
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- Ben
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- March 29, 2019
"I receive 5 monovisc injection so far and the first one took my pain away for 3 months. With my last 2 injections I was only pain free for one month , I have to find something better."
- EllieEs
- August 27, 2015
"My knee is worse since receiving the one shot 3 months ago. It is always swollen and stiff."
- gramps
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 16, 2018
"Had pain relief within in a couple days and it lasted for about 5 1/2 months. I'm now waiting for 2nd shot scheduled next week."
- alex
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 18, 2018
"I got a painless shot at the end of March 2018, and I had relief for about a month. Since then (June), my knee has steadily worsen...pain, stiffness, waking up at night to apply an ice pack."
- MickeyB
- June 11, 2017
"Had shot 5/16/2017 felt instant relief after the 3rd day. As of 6/10/2017 I am noticing pain and swelling again. Sad... was hoping it would have lasted longer."
- Arno
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 10, 2018
"Drug was painless with no swelling after first injection but wore off in 4 months. SynviscOne lasts 6 months. I will return to that despite pain & swelling the first day of treatment."
- Anonymous
- April 26, 2022
"I received MONOVISC and was then ended put in the hospital with SEPSIS?"
- Didnt...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 6, 2022
"I took Monovisc after trying steroid injections but the pain increased dramatically. Affected my work, sleep, etc. increased pain meds and still no relief."
- Anonymous
- February 2, 2022
"It is a wonder drug! It has been six months and I can walk without that screaming bad pain! Thank you for this gel!!"
- dvorak
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- August 30, 2021
"lasted years. would to get the same injection again, but cannot find a place to get it."
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"My doctor indicated I could no longer get cortisone injections and suggested the Monovisc. Ohip does not cover the cost of $790. I was in so much daily pain and sleep deprivation I gave in to getting the injections in both knees. What a mistake - the first three days I had so much swelling pain and stiffness I couldn't even get around. It is now a month later and I am struggling daily with the pain and stiffness I was in better shape before the injections. My neck, back and hip is hurting due to hobbling around. I have called my doctor and begging for cortisone for some relief. I need sleep."