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Crespine Gel is an injectable gel implant made of cross-linked hyaluronic acid. A physician injects it into the affected knee or hip joint.
Find the differences between Gel and Gel+, information about costs and questions for your medical appointment.
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What is Crespine Gel?
Crespine Gel is an injectable gel implant made of cross-linked hyaluronic acid. A physician injects it into the affected knee or hip joint.
What is the difference between Gel and Gel+?
- Crespine Gel
- Cross-linked hyaluronic acid. Does not contain prilocaine.
- Crespine Gel+
- Cross-linked hyaluronic acid. Also contains prilocaine, a local anaesthetic.
Both variants are administered only by a physician. Discuss with your practice which treatment may be suitable for you and which contraindications need to be considered.
Detailed product information for healthcare professionalsInstructions for use: excerpts for healthcare professionals. Date of the underlying instructions for use: 05.2019. The instructions supplied with the respective product take precedence.
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Crespine Gel: Hyaluronic acid in the knee, explained
Painful joints can raise many questions. What happens inside a joint? What is hyaluronic acid? And what does treatment with Crespine Gel involve? Let us take a closer look.
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Symptoms & movement
Knee pain on stairs: What could be causing it?
Knee pain when going up or down stairs can have different causes. This video explains why symptoms may become noticeable on stairs, what to describe at your appointment, and which warning signs need prompt medical attention.
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Preparing for your appointment
Joint treatment: 7 questions for your medical appointment
When joint treatment is being considered, some questions may go unanswered during the appointment. A little preparation helps you raise your concerns. You could take these seven questions with you. They focus on your symptoms, your goals and a decision that suits your situation.
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How can I prepare
for my appointment?
Write down your questions about diagnosis, treatment options, benefits and risks, costs and next steps. Use the checklist to cover these five topics with your physician.
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These questions support a personal conversation with your treating practice.
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Symptoms & movement
Knee pain when standing up: Why do the first steps hurt?
Understand discomfort after rest and prepare three useful observations for your medical appointment.
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Preparing for your appointment
Knee X-ray or MRI: What can each scan show?
Learn what X-rays and MRI scans can show, and which questions to ask before an examination.
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Symptoms & movement
My knee clicks or cracks: Should I be worried?
Understand why symptoms and movement matter more than the sound alone.
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Who administers Crespine Gel?
Both variants are administered only by a physician. Discuss with your practice which treatment may be suitable for you and which contraindications need to be considered.
Prepare for your appointmentCan I buy Crespine Gel myself?
Crespine Gel is not supplied to private individuals. Contact your treating practice or ask for a medical contact in your region.
Request a local medical contactWill my insurance cover the costs?
Reimbursement depends on your country and insurer. Check with your insurer before treatment and ask your practice for a written cost estimate.
Understand costs and reimbursementWhere can I find exercises for knee osteoarthritis?
The exercise guide contains three illustrated knee exercises and a PDF sheet. Separate sections cover hips and back. Discuss which exercises and how much practice are suitable with your physician or physiotherapist.
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