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Hyaluronic Acid Knee Injections
Physical therapy is a dynamic field that bridges the gap between injury and optimal function. At the Sports and Wellness Institute of Miami, we delve deep into understanding the root cause of your physical challenges. Our tailored programs focus on enhancing mobility, strength, and balance, all while alleviating pain and discomfort. Under the guidance of our seasoned therapists, you'll experience a blend of hands-on techniques and therapeutic exercises designed to restore, rejuvenate, and revitalize. Join us in redefining the boundaries of what's possible in physical rehabilitation and wellness.
Hyaluronic acid is a product that is mainly used to lubricate knee joints to help alleviate knee pain and help protect from inflammation for our Miami, FL patients. Genvisc helps knee joint surfaces move with less friction in conjunction with your natural cartilage.
Cartilage between bones helps facilitate a smooth gliding motion within joints. The knee joint must maintain lubrication with a viscous solution in the synovial fluid (the fluid within the knee). Over time, natural wear-and-tear as well as arthritis, causes cartilage to deteriorate and the ability to keep the knee lubricated is decreased.
This can result in painful stiffness of the knee. Hyaluronic acid injections work by replacing the lost synovial fluid to relieve joint pain. The Sports and Wellness Institute of Miami provides Hyaluronic Acid Knee Injections for patients in the Miami area. The procedure is simple. Your doctor injects hyaluronic acid directly into your knee joint. Most people get a shot a week for 3 to 5 weeks.
The FDA has approved this treatment for people with osteoarthritis of the knee, but some people get it in other joints as well.Osteoarthritis is the result of cartilage degeneration and a loss of synovial fluid (the fluid within the knee). Pain from arthritis often restricts knee mobility, causing discomfort and reduced knee function.
Seattle patients diagnosed with mild to moderate degenerative arthritis of the knee will benefit from hyaluronic acid injections. The procedure is used for people who do not respond well to medications, corticosteroid injections, physical therapy, or other treatments. For patients with severe or advanced arthritis, and those with total cartilage deterioration, the procedure may not be effective and is not recommended.
Depending on the extent of your joint damage and pain symptoms, 5 shots are usually given 1 week apart.
After the injection, it is suggested that you rest at home for the remainder of the day of your procedure. Avoid excessive stress on the injected knee for up to 48 hours. You must not run, jog, lift weights, or engage in prolonged standing for 3-4 days, depending on doctor’s recommendations. Take any prescribed medication immediately after the injection for pain relief and follow any aftercare recommendations suggested by your doctor.
Right after the injection, patients may experience a slight increase in pain and joint swelling. Typically, these symptoms are gone within 12-24 hours. Side effects rarely occur, but may include burning, itching, tenderness, and muscle stiffness.
The peak benefit of the hyaluronic acid injection is felt 1-2 weeks after the procedure. The benefits of GenVisc 850 can last for months. In clinical studies many patients experience 6 or more months of pain relief.
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Beyond the state-of-the-art treatments and methodologies, the heart of the Sports and Wellness Institute of Miami lies in our unwavering commitment to each individual's well-being. We understand that every health journey is unique, and our approach is rooted in understanding your personal goals and aspirations.
By fostering a collaborative environment, we not only address immediate concerns but also empower you with knowledge and tools for sustainable health. Our holistic perspective ensures that you receive comprehensive care, tailored to nurture both your physical and emotional wellness, setting the foundation for a brighter, healthier future.
Dr. Michael Rosselli, MD
Dr. Michael Rosselli is one of only approximately 200 physicians in the United States board-certified in both Sports Medicine and Emergency Medicine. As such, he is uniquely qualified to provide care to the acutely injured on the field, in the emergency department and in the office. Dr. Rosselli has significant experience in the treatment of orthopedic injuries at all levels, including at the top level of professional sports. Dr. Rosselli has served as a Medical Director for Event Medical Services at the National Basketball Association providing medical coverage at NBA All-Star Games, NBA Finals, and at both international and domestic basketball camps. He has been the Medical Director for such diverse sporting events such as The King of the Cage Mixed Martial Arts, the Western Athletic Conference College Basketball Tournament and team physician for the Lingerie Football League, the Las Vegas Wranglers and the Las Vegas Locos. He also served as the Sports Medicine Specialist and Medical Opinion Blogger for the Sports Nutrition Proline of Everlast.
Dr. Rosselli specializes in the latest cutting-edge treatments including PRP and microfragmented adipose tissue, and he currently serves as a medical consultant for Lipogems.
A graduate of Memorial University School of Medicine, he completed his residency at Columbia University – St. Luke’s/Roosevelt Hospital in New York City and his fellowship in Sports Medicine at New York University – North Shore/LIJ. Dr. Rosselli has also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Hunter College in New York City.
Dr. Rosselli currently serves as a Core Faculty member and is the Director of Musculoskeletal Medicine in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach. He has published numerous articles and has lectured nationally on various topics in both emergency medicine and sports medicine.
A lifelong athlete, Dr. Rosselli is an avid participant in high intensity interval training and amateur boxing.
Dr. Fabian Morales
Dr. Fabian Morales is one of only a handful of physicians in the United States to be double board-certified in both Sports Medicine and Emergency Medicine and certified to practice Age Management Medicine. In addition to the acute management of orthopedic injuries and illnesses, Dr. Morales provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care including diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, fracture management and regenerative non-surgical orthopedics. Dr. Morales has significant experience at the highest levels of professional sports including serving as Medical Director for Event Medical Services at the National Basketball Association. He provides medical coverage for elite level athletes domestically and internationally including NBA Global Games, NBA finals, All Star Games and NBA basketball camps. He has also served as medical director for USA Boxing where he provided medical coverage at ringside for youth and adult boxing matches.
Dr. Morales has a special interest in regenerative nonsurgical orthopedics and Age Management for patients and athletes throughout their lives. He is a pioneer in the use of Platelet Rich Plasma and Stem Cell treatments for a variety of orthopedic conditions.
A graduate of the Rutgers Medical School, Dr. Morales completed a residency at Jacobi Medical Center at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and a fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA where he served as a team physician for Major League Baseball’s Pittsburgh Pirates.
Dr. Morales has been core faculty at the Sports Medicine fellowship at North Shore/LIJ Hofstra School of Medicine in New York and is the current supervisor of the Orthopedic and Sports Medicine rotation at the Emergency Medicine residency program at Kendall Regional Hospital in Miami. He has done multiple presentations and lectures on sports medicine and anti-aging as well as having multiple publications in the field. He has also been interviewed multiple times in television and print on topics relating to sports medicine.
Dr. Morales has been a life long athlete and participates in Mixed Martial Arts and CrossFit/Interval Training.
Dr. Morales is a native Spanish speaker and fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Fabian Morales, MD
Co- Founder
Double board-certified in both Sports Medicine and Emergency Medicine and certified to practice Age Management Medicine.
Dr. Michael Rosselli, MD
Co-Founder
One of only approximately 200 physicians in the United States board-certified in both Sports Medicine and Emergency Medicine.