Osteoarthritis is a condition which leads to the breakdown of cartilage in the joints over time, resulting in pain, stiffness, and increasingly limited mobility. It impacts approximately 32.5 million adults worldwide, and one of those millions is Tom Miller. 

By the time Tom met Dr. Mathew Mazoch of the Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, his osteoarthritis had robbed him of virtually all of the cartilage in his right knee. The pain was intense and left him with a limp. He had all but resolved himself to a life of discomfort and reduced mobility when his newfound orthopedic physician offered a solution: Supartz.

Hyaluronic Acid for Osteoarthritis

Supartz is a brand name for a medication called sodium hyaluronate (a derivative of hyaluronic acid) and is a type of injectable therapy used specifically to treat osteoarthritis of the knee. The gel-like substance has been shown to cushion and lubricate the knee joint, leading to reduced pain and increased mobility. Some studies even indicate that it could help the body regenerate cartilage in the joint. For Tom’s condition, it seemed a truly viable option.

Supartz Injection Results

Tom was immediately impressed by the presentation of the medication, which was contained in a fancy wooden box. Shortly thereafter, he would be even more impressed by the results it provided. After years of wear and tear on his knee and ever-present pain, Tom had limped into Dr. Mazoch’s office for his Supartz injection. Before he even reached his car, he could tell that a significant change had occurred. 

“From the time he injected me to the time I got to my car, the pain was gone, and it has never come back!,” exclaims Tom. “I’m no longer limping. I’m no longer in pain. After one single injection, it has never come back.”

Of course, Dr. Mazoch, while pleased with Tom’s results, takes care to set realistic expectations for his patients. He was forthcoming with Tom and told him that the pain could eventually return. And while today, years later, Tom continues to enjoy exceptional results and a pain-free right knee, he knows precisely who he will see should his arthritis symptoms return.

“Dr. Mazoch was wonderful,” says Tom. “He answered all my questions. He was honest with me. He’s very friendly. I would recommend him to anyone.”