Durolane for Osteoarthritis User Reviews (Page 3)

• Sunny
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2023

"If only I had seen the reviews for Durolane, I would never have agreed to its injection into my right knee. Despite my hopes for relief, I am still waiting for it to take effect, even though it has been two months since the procedure was done on January 22, 2023. The pain is excruciating at night and debilitating during the day. I have found some temporary relief by massaging the area with Arnica cream, but I am still hopeful that the medication will eventually kick in and relieve the pain. Additionally, I have used KT Tape, which has allowed me to walk a bit more comfortably."

• Patri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 26, 2022

"Getting the injections in my knees was the worst decision I have ever made. The shots themselves are the most painful thing I’ve ever experienced and I could barely even walk to the car after my appointment. I could put no weight on my left leg for four days. Two weeks after the injections my knees have not improved and my calves are in excruciating pain most of the time which was not a symptom before the injections. This never should have been approved as a viable option for osteoarthritis. I don’t know how it got past the testing phase! Duralane in my opinion should be taken out of use and we should sue the manufacturer for misrepresentation and pain and suffering"

• Lrgw
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 22, 2024

"I had a Durolane injection in both knees on 1/10/24. I have severe arthritis in my left knee and was in excruciating pain. Well, about a week after the injection the pain subsided considerably. Today is 1/22/24. Although my knee is weak and wobbly, I barely have pain. Maybe a little bit now and then. I'm so thankful this drug worked for me. I'm 60 years old."

• Cripp...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2018

"This is the worst injection on the market. I had the injection in both knees, right one was ok for awhile, but the left one got worst immediately getting it. I got sick, pain was extremely unbearable, What upset me more is my doctor never told me that the injection may not work or it may worsen my condition, he said this would make the quality of my life much better. What a lie. When I did see my doctor again, he then said it doesn't work for everyone, and didn't want to hear how worst my knees are now. His solution was to have knee replacement. I only had a small problem and was doing fine before I got with this doctor a little over 2yrs, now I am crippled and in severe pain daily. Both knees are damaged. I will do research on everything before putting or injecting anything in my body. There are Physicians out here only to make a profit, and not looking out for the patients best interest, do your research.... Please !"

• Mykne...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2022

"I had my injection of Duralane on Aug 23. 2021. My orthopedics doctor put the entire volume on my left knee. I have been in constant pain. I cannot walk, stand or lie down without pain. I cannot bend my left knee. I have used ice, heat and naproxen to no relief. My quality of life is suffering. The doctor is clueless what to do to help me. The price of the injection is ridiculous for the amount of pain I am enduring."

• Dee
• September 4, 2019

"I received this Durloane shot in both knees. The shot itself was excruciating! The pain afterwards is unbearable. I have tried pain pills , heating pad and ice and no relief. I don’t know how to even describe the pain maybe to say it feels like someone took a sledgehammer to both knees! I have had the Synvisc 1 shots 4 times (?insurance would only pay for Durolane this time) and NEVER experienced anything close to this! DO NOT GET DURALANE SHOTS!"

• Willy...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 19, 2019

"Six months ago I received my first Durolane injection into my left knee. I had been struggling for almost one year with pain and swelling and my mobility was very restricted, a challenge with a farm lifestyle plus full time job that requires I be able to walk. About 10 days post injection, I experienced greatly improved mobility. The swelling in the knee gradually diminished as did the pain. I have had six months of greatly improved mobility. It got better and better over the six months. Now getting a second injection to maintain the benefits. It definitely was a great solution for me until I get the knee replaced."

• Nonanto
• January 14, 2019

"BIG RIP OFF On Jan 4 I went to the “Joint Clinic” under referral of my doctor for a cortisone shot to my knee, I did, and I was suggested from the Joint Clinic doctor to get a Durolane shot also. It was advertised as a miracle temporal remedy, with the cost of $600.00. I said I’ll have to think about it, talked with my wife and we decided to go ahead. I made an appointment for Jan 10. For the whole week after my cortisone shot my knee felt much better. On Jan 10 I got the DUROLANE shot, I was told that I might get some discomfort for 3-4 days, well let me tell you my knee is in pain and I can’t walk without pain. I was better after I got the cortisone and I though I was going to get even better with this “miracle drug” now I’m so sorry that I went back for this injection. I WARNED YOU ALL, I know that if you’re in pain you’re willing to try it but I’ll guarantee you you won’t get any relief with Durolane you’ll actually be in more pain"

• Cowgirl
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 1, 2023

"I have OA in my left knee, with a torn meniscus. I am unable to walk for any length of time without severe pain and discomfort. I have had multiple Cortisone shots, I think I am up to 5, but none provided any relief. I had the Durolane shot two days ago. I did experience a headache and felt a little feverish, but it did not last. Today, I am pain-free! I woke up this morning and realized that I felt zero pain, none at all! I am glad I didn't read the reviews on this injection before getting it. I hope the pain relief lasts for 6 months! I will continue getting these injections as long as I can before considering a total knee replacement. I understand that everyone's experience may be different, but I am just so thankful that it worked for me."

• Thor
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 22, 2021

"I have chronic Osteoarthritis I have had 4 knee surgeries and I am 48. In the past I had Synvisc One injections . This time my surgeon administered Durolane . He had to go in twice cause he didn't let the freezing sit and the pain was agonizing . As I'm 8 weeks post op. I had to use crutches to leave and I'm now on day 2 and I can bend my knee but when I go to raise my leg or do any extension the underneath part of my knee cap feels so tight and bruised I can't lift it or flex it. I'll stay off it one more day. But I'm not sure how to rate this. Knees pretty swollen and in pain. I had same swelling from Synvisc One. But not the under knee cap pain . My surgeon did it in his office no ultrasound like I had previous. Anyway I'll keep you posted thanks for reading."

• pal
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 9, 2019

"I had my knees injected with Durolane on Tuesday June 4th 2019.I regret that I ever took this injection to both of my knees. I'm having pain in both knees much worse than before. The first evening I felt as if I was not able to walk. My legs and hips are aching. I'm so sorry I did this. Cortisone has helped me in the past and has never caused this kind of pain. The first night I sat up all night with ice packs and cried due to no relief. I took my prescribed pain medication and still no relief. It is now 4 days later and I am still experiencing unusual pain. I have taken Synvisc one in the past and never ever had such a bad experience. I pray this pain in time will subside. NEVER AGAIN WILL I TAKE DUROLANE."

• Jcinter
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 25, 2020

"I had 3 x 5-shot Synvisc treatments.They started to work quickly but from 4-6 month it wore out. I noticed the injected fluid escaped from the knee down to my ankle in a few days. I had my Durolane on Feb 24, now it's in the 8th week the fluid started to escape to my ankle. The first 3 weeks I had pain from the injection, too much fluid in the knee. But after the 6th week, my knee started to feel much more effects. I hope it last more than 6 months. If every Durolane shot lasts 6 months, then forget about knee replacement which cut out PCL and ACL for good. No baseball, soccer, tennis, jogging, basketball, hockey, volley ball, sports dancing, etc. forever after knee replacement. I gave 6 stars now, wait and see how better this will be."

• Patsy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2020

"I received my Durolane injection almost two weeks ago. So far my chondromalacia is worse and the pain is especially bad at night. Since my doctor refuses to consider any other treatment because my joint is not bad enough, I am going for a second opinion. I just want my life back and it doesn't look like Durolane is the solution."

• Bikey...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 8, 2021

"Durolane injection into left hip 6 days ago, the second time I've had the injection. More pain than usual for first 3 days post injection, settling down now and hip is feeling strong with a 7km walk yesterday. I was queued up for a hip replacement but now I see Durolane as a viable alternative especially in COVID-19 times. Wish the insurance would cover it."

• Esther...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 3, 2023

"I had my 4th Durolane injections today in both knees. I love Durolane. I get it every 6 months now, however I waited 18 months for my 3rd injection. I am able to walk 5.8 miles 4-5 times a week. I could walk every day but 4-5 times a week does the job. I have never had pain or any negative symptoms from Durolane. I'm 76 years old and I plan to get Durolane every 6 months until it is my time to go to heaven. Durolane was made for me. It is unfortunate other people have bad results from the medication. Thank you, Durolane."

• VA Mom
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 25, 2023

"Like other have stated, Insurance switched this year and would not approve Synvisc, which worked beautifully for me the last few years. I get an injection about every 10 months. Day of injection felt fine, just some swelling. Day 2 I can barely walk and my knee is swollen and it's painful. My face, neck and chest are bright red. None of this happened with Synvisc."

• Larry
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 5, 2020

"It's been 6 months since I received the durolane injections in both knees, I'm still having a problem walking, knees are stiff and my balance is off!! Going up and down stairs is very difficult. If I were to walk across a field where the ground isn't level, I might fall. I still get that tingling feeling in my legs, when I start moving. Once this wears off I'm going back to synvisc. Durolane shouldn't be used on a dog!!! This stuff is garbage!!!!!"

• Anonymous
• April 1, 2019

"After being advised that I needed a full knee replacement, my arthritis specialist offered a alternative, Durokane. Three years and five injections later, I'm very happy with the results, my mobility is excellent. At $450 (multi user discount), I'll continue as long as possible and only have surgery if and when durolane no longer works. Highly recommend trying this prior to surgery."

• AMCer
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 12, 2021

"I have extremely complex osteoarthritis in my knee. I have Arthrogryposis and a rotated inward oriented knee. My foot and ankle are fused. At 70 years old my X-ray radiologist reported a completely disintegrated joint. Surgery is very difficult due to my diagnosis. The pain was crazy bad. I researched the scientific literature on various hyaluronic acid brands. Durolane stood out to me because it is a single injection and was reportedly more effective. It also has a lower incidence of infection. I asked my Orthopedic surgeon to get some. Both of us were dubious of a positive outcome. After injection I had quite bad pain for 4 days and had difficulty bending my knee. Now, the morning of the 5th day, I got up almost pain free. My knee has not felt this good in 5 years. I hope this continues."

• LBano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 28, 2020

"I had a durolane injection in both knees 6 weeks ago. I am 56 years old and have severe osteoarthritis in both knees. The doctor told me when I left to go about my life. I ended up on the couch for a week after. 6 weeks later, I feel like I have weights on the bottom of my legs and my knee joints ache terribly and my muscles hurt constantly. I am so sorry I ever got the injections!!!!"

• Knee...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 7, 2019

"I tried this a few times with both of my knees. Extremely painful injections, cost me $2k each time ($1k per knee). Should have gone on vacation with that money, would have been more beneficial. They didn't work, only made more pain for 2 weeks, and nauseated."

• Alice
• October 16, 2019

"On 10/15/19 I received my first injection of Durolane. I am 66 yrs. old with Osteoarthritis, bone on bone in my knee. The initial injection hurts more than a cortisone injection but only for a minute. The gel is thicker so it goes in slower. Initially, I could not bend my knee or walk comfortably. I definitely could not get the injection and drive. Knee was swollen and uncomfortable for a bit but I sat on my sofa with my knee up for the day. I did have a headache later in the day, but took Advil and it subsided. Could not use the leg to get up from a sitting position which was cumbersome. Went to bed that evening, woke up the next morning and 90% of the pain was gone. I would suggest this injection as of day 2. I'm hoping it lasts a few months. If it does, I would definitely do it again."

• raspu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 24, 2020

"Some 3 weeks ago I put up a review saying how bad the pain was. I made a call to have some physio which included ultra sound - this took the pain to a whole new level. It was unlike any pain I had ever experienced. My recommendation is just let the injection do its work, do not have any physio. I have been taking Tramadol pain relievers to help manger the challenge - it is now 22 days post the injection and the knee has "really improved". The way it is going I will be able to start walking again, something that I have not done for a long long while."

• Ortho...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 20, 2023

"I work at a orthopaedic doctors office and have for almost 20 years. People who get Durolane or any of the many viscosupplements out there need to realize it is an injection that may or may not help as any ortho doc will tell you. Many factors go into optimum results from severity or arthritis, weight, activity level before and after, combo with physical therapy, etc. If a knee is weak before a shot, it is still weak afterwards, there is not cure to reverse arthritis just the replacement. These injections are a way to possibly stave off a replacement. But remember, if your doctor says you need to exercise or lose weight, or modify your activities and you don't do what is recommended, you can't blame a medication or doctor for things not helping. As a patient, you need to do your part and if the arthritis hurts that bad, do what is recommended sooner because later is too late."

• Ddsta...
• May 24, 2021

"I was given injections in both knees on May 7th. My doc did not give me the injections, his PA did. My 1st mistake. He hit a blood vessel and my knee was so disfigured it didn’t even look like a knee. The medication settled in a huge lump for days & I couldn’t walk on it for 4 days. Fast forward to May 15 and both knees started to hurt again. 4 days ago I made a 8 hour trip. When I got to my destination they hurt. I had to climb stairs so by Sunday they both had swelled up including my ankles and I found a lump below my Right knee. Today I had to go to the ER because the pain is so unbearable I can’t breathe and mind you I take strong meds for my back & neck. They didn’t touch the pain! I thought I might have a blood clot due to my calf now having a Charlie horse that won’t go away, my knee to ankle is swollen up so bad my foot don’t even look normal. Also it feels like I have a 12” knife sticking out of my knee. Just say NO!"