Ostenil Injections

Ostenil® is a brand name for Hyaluronan Injections, also referred to as Hyaluronic Acid Injections (HA Injections) that contain Sodium Hyaluronate. These injections are used to manage the symptoms of Osteoarthritis and help preserve the health of the joint. Ostenil® joint injections can be used in any synovial joint in the body, including shoulders, elbows, wrists, thumbs, knees, ankles, and big toes.

Ostenil® is a solution containing Sodium Hyaluronate which is a form of Hyaluronic Acid. It is injected into the space in the joint that contains synovial fluid and works by restoring the normal balance between the breakdown and production of Hyaluronic Acid. This effect of Ostenil® means that it can decrease pain and stiffness and improve the other symptoms of osteoarthritis.

If you decide to have treatment with Ostenil® joint injections, it will be injected directly into the joint affected by osteoarthritis. This will usually be a course of 3 injections per treated joint, delivered once a week for 3 weeks. You will probably not notice any benefits immediately after the first injection, but you should gradually start to feel less pain and stiffness over the next few weeks. The improvement in your symptoms should last for several months, depending partly on the number of injections you have. You can expect the benefit from three injections to persist for up to 12 months but vary between 6-12 months depending on stage of arthritis and activity levels.

To gain the most benefit from this injection it is important that you rest the joint from any strenuous activity for 1-2 days. You will be able to carry out activities of daily living as normal. The clinician who has given you the injection will have checked your medical history to ensure that you are at minimal risk of any adverse reaction. Adverse reactions  are extremely unusual with Ostenil injections, but if you  notice any of the following symptoms: swelling, redness  or warmth around the injection site, or you feel generally unwell, please contact your GP. 

Ostenil® is offered in 3 different options:

1. Ostenil (standard) 2ml of 1% Sodium Hyaluronate: this is a course of 3 injections for larger joints (shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, and ankles)
2. Ostenil Plus 2ml of 2% Sodium Hyaluronate: one injection for larger joint, usually delivered as a top up
3. Ostenil Mini 1ml of 1% Sodium Hyaluronate: this is a course of 3 injections for smaller joints (thumbs and big toes)

Ostenil Standard (Course of 3 injections)
For large joints such as knees or shoulders1 joint – £400
2 joints – £610

Ostenil Plus (1 injection)
Ideal for repeat injections following standard course1 joint – £240
2 joints – £400

Ostenil Mini (Course of 3 injections)
For smaller joints such as the fingers or toes1 joint – £325
2 joints – £460

(Prices include cost of appointments and injections)