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Abby's Magazine - Volume 5 Issue 3| Page 61 Hyaluronic Acid Lubricates Achy Joints Hyaluronic acid is found in all bones, connec ng ssue, joints, tendons and car lage structures throughout the body — especially a type called hyaline car lage, which covers the ends of bones and provides cushioning. Because it helps buffer bones and provides resistance to wear and tear, HA is useful for lowering pains and tenderness associated with degenera ve joint diseases. It's also found in another important part of our joints called the synovial membrane, which forms a coa ng over two ar cula ng bones and produces synovial fluid. Synovial fluid is a "viscous fluid" that helps joints absorb shock, remain elas c and carry nutrients to car lage. Hyaluronic acid is now a popular substance used in supplements for trea ng osteoarthri s pain and injuries. It's also been approved by the FDA for treatment of osteoarthri s when administered in rela vely high doses through injec ons given by a health care provider. Some research shows that lower doses can also be effec ve for reducing joint s ffness and chronic pain, although results seem to vary. The types of joint pains most commonly treated with HA include those of the elbows and knees. Hyaluronic acid supplements for joint pain: • According to the Arthri s Founda on, there are now several hyaluronic acid treatments approved for knee osteoarthri s in the U.S.: Hyalgan, Orthovisc, Supartz and Synvisc. These are o en made from rooster or chicken combs and some mes bacteria. • In adults over age 18: 50 milligrams of hyaluronic acid can be been taken by mouth one to two mes daily with meals. • For people with osteoarthri s, research shows that 80 milligrams (containing 60 percent to 70 percent hyaluronic acid) taken daily for eight weeks helps relieve symptoms best. • You can also talk to your doctor about hyaluronic acid injec ons. Some perform direct injec ons of about 20 milligrams into the painful joint once a week for several weeks to control pain and inflamma on.