The use of hyaluronic acid in degenerative dystrophic and post-traumatic lesions of the joints is a well-studied method with an established safety profile, which has been used for several decades.
The major side-effects are pain, swelling and stiffness localized to the treated knee.
In extremely rare cases, the manifestations of local transient inflammatory symptoms (fever, redness and swelling, exudate increment in the joint cavity) are possible. After an intraarticular injection, reversible local reactions may occur, such as short-term restriction of mobility, discomfort or heaviness in the joint. The local application of ice for 5-10 minutes and NSAIDs may reduce these effects.
There are reports of isolated cases of allergic reactions (e.g., itching, rash, urticaria) and anaphylactic reactions, septic arthritis, interstitial hemorrhages or hemorrhages in the joint cavity, tendonitis, phlebitis, paresthesia, dizziness, headaches, muscle spasms, fever, general malaise, peripheral edema after injections of hyaluronic acid solutions.
If local or general symptoms appear, consult a physician.