Build up synovial fluid
Since the synovial fluid is a filtrate of the blood, care should be taken to ensure that the body has enough fluid available, i.e. that enough is drunk. Since cigarette smoke impairs the blood flow in small vessels, it also leads to the joint fluid being less able to absorb nutrients and its quality declines. Quitting smoking is therefore sensible.
In the case of complaints that cannot be remedied by physiotherapy and other conservative methods, it is also possible to apply substances directly into the joint cavity, i.e. inject them. Examples are polynucleotide gel and hyaluronic acid. Both substances are intended to increase the fluidity of the synovia and thus reduce friction and pain. However, neither therapy is covered by the statutory health insurance.
Pain and joint fluid
If more synovial fluid is produced than is reabsorbed, the volume in the joint capsule increases and can lead to tension and pressure pain. The causes are manifold and have already been described above. The therapeutic options are limited to eliminating the cause of the increased formation and, if necessary, relieving the joint by means of a puncture. Pain-relieving medication can be used to relieve the pain.
