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Name: John
Age: 65
Candidate for ORTHOVISC®
Diagnosed 6 years ago. MRIMagnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) A special imaging technique used to image internal structures of the body particularly the soft tissues findings show OA in the left knee
History of heart disease with two years post-coronary stent
Moderate Pain- Current activity level affected by stiffness, diminished range of motion, interferes with daily function and ability to maintain exercise regimen
Previous Treatment
OTC NSAIDsNSAIDs A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug such as ibuprofen— insufficient pain relief
IA corticosteroid injectionsCorticosteroid Injections A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex (the outer portion of the adrenal glands); administered as drugs they reduce swelling and decrease the body's immune response- 4 in 3 years
Completed Physical Therapy
Total Joint ReplacementTotal Joint Replacement Repair of a damaged joint by replacing with a synthetic joint implant, made of either plastic, ceramic, titanium or stainless steel, in an effort to return normal function to affected joint discussed but not ready at this time
Name: Jane
Age: 58
Candidate for ORTHOVISC®
Diagnosed 4 years ago with OA in the left knee
History of GastrointestinalGastrointestinal Relating to or affecting both stomach and intestine Issues
Mild to Moderate Pain that interferes with daily function, stiffness, pain at night, range of motion- standing/bending
Previous Treatment
OTC NSAIDs— adverse events
IA corticosteroid injections- 2 in 12 months
Completed Physical Therapy
Discussed Arthroscopic Intervention but did not want to proceed at this time
Name: Tom
Age: 42
Candidate for ORTHOVISC®
Diagnosed with degenerative condition of the knee 3 months ago
History of previous athletic injuries, family history of diabetes and arthritis. Knee scopeKnee Scope Examination of a knee through an endoscope (an instrument for visualizing the interior of a hollow organ) 3 months ago and continues to have pain post scope.
Moderate Pain causing pain at rest, wake during sleeping, pain and stiffness in joints, noise in joint during movement
Previous Treatment
Heat, ice, massage and topical medications
AcetaminophenAcetaminophen A drug used to relieve pain and fever
COX-2 InhibitorsCOX-2 Inhibitors Any of a class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve the pain and inflammation of arthritis and thought to minimize gastrointestinal side effects— safety concern
IA corticosteriod injections 4 in 2 years
Physical therapy
Knee scope
Name: Kathy
Age: 50
Candidate for ORTHOVISC®
Diagnosed 5 years ago with OA of the knee
History of obesity with dramatic weight loss occurring 7 years ago
Moderate Pain causing crackling sensations and joint buckling which interfered with activities of daily living
Previous Treatment
Heat, ice, acupuncture and dietary supplements
AcetaminophenAcetaminophen A drug used to relieve pain and fever
OTC NSAIDs— inadequate pain relief
COX-2 Inhibitors— effectiveness beginning to diminish
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