E210 - Intra-articular hyaluronic acid (viscosupplementation) for osteoarthritis – is it effective?

E210 - Intra-articular hyaluronic acid (viscosupplementation) for osteoarthritis – is it effective?

March 16, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 210

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David Liew interviews rheumatologist Jessica Pisaniello about the effectiveness and risks of intra-articular hyaluronic acid for osteoarthritis.

David Liew talks to rheumatologist Jessica Pisaniello about her paper on Intra-articular hyaluronic acid (viscosupplementation) for osteoarthritis. They discuss the limited benefits and the risks of using of hyaluronic acid in joints, what current guidelines recommend, and what the evidence says. Jessica also advises on how to approach conversations with patients who ask prescribers about using hyaluronic acid. Read the full article in Australian Prescriber.

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