SportVis at ORM
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Ontario Regenerative Medicine offers SportVis hyaluronic acid injections for the quick and effective treatment of tendonitis and ankle sprains.
What is SportVis?
SportVis is the only hyaluronic acid (HA) injection treatment for pain relief and improved function in injured tendons and ligaments. It has been clinically demonstrated to provide relief from symptoms while also helping to quickly restore performance in damaged tendons and ligaments.
How does SportVis work?
The innovative, active ingredient in SportVis is soft tissue adapted biocompatible hyaluronic acid (STABHA). STABHA is the only hyaluronic acid approved by Health Canada for the purpose of pain relief and restoration of function in damaged tendons and ligaments.
How is SportVis injected?
SportVis injections are administered in two treatment doses, typically spaced one week apart. Your treatment schedule will be based on the assessment of your injury and determined during consultation at ORM.
SportVis Treatment Steps:
- Ultrasound technology is used to determine the injured area.
- The injection site will be thoroughly cleansed and dried.
- Freezing may be administered to numb the area.
- 1.2ml of SportVis will be injected during the first treatment.
- Treatment will be repeated with a second injection at a date determined by your healthcare provider.
SportVis Tennis Elbow Treatment at ORM
What is tennis elbow?
Lateral epicondylitis, more commonly referred to as tennis elbow, occurs with overuse of the forearm muscles. The forearm tendons become damaged from repeated motion. This leads to pain and tenderness on the outside of the elbow. Tennis elbow presents as inflammation, or in more severe cases as micro-tearing of the tendons that connect the forearms muscles.
Symptoms of Tennis Elbow
- Pain or burning on the outer part of the elbow
- Poor grip strength
- Pain at night
SportVis Treatment of Tennis Elbow
SportVis provides pain relief from tennis elbow while also working with your body to facilitate recovery, getting you back to your activities sooner.
SportVis Sprained Ankle Treatment at ORM
What is a sprained ankle?
A sprained or twisted ankle occurs when the ligaments that support and stabilize the ankle stretch beyond their limits and tear. A twisting force to the lower leg or foot can cause a sprain. Walking on uneven surfaces, suffering a fall, or playing certain sports can all be the cause of an ankle sprain. The severity of an ankle sprain depends on how much damage the ligaments sustained.
Ankle sprains most commonly occur in the ligaments on the outside of the ankle, known as the lateral ligaments. Your ankle quickly becomes swollen and painful to walk on. Without appropriate care and treatment, more severe sprains can weaken your ankle, making it more likely that an injury will reoccur.
Symptoms of a Sprained Ankle
- Pain in the area
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Tenderness to the touch
Sprained Ankle Treatment with SportVis
SportVis treatment not only provides pain relief from ankle sprains but works with your body to improve the healing process and get you back to your activities sooner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SportVis?
SportVis contains soft tissue adapted biocompatible hyaluronic acid (STABHA). It is injected into the soft tissue surrounding damaged tendons and ligaments using a specialized injection technique. The SportVis injection works with the body’s natural healing process to facilitate recovery and relieve pain.
What can SportVis treat?
SportVis is used to relieve pain and facilitate recovery in patients who have suffered a tendon or ligament injury, such as chronic tennis elbow or a sprained ankle.
What is a tendon or ligament injury?
A tendon or ligament injury is characterized by different levels of tearing of the tendon or ligament tissue. These injuries can occur either by repetitive use or a specific incident. Tennis elbow is an example of a tendon injury, whereas a sprained ankle is an example of a ligament injury.
How many treatments will I need?
Both sprained ankle and tennis elbow injuries require two injections of SportVis.
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