Publications by authors named "Xenia Barni"
Front Med (Lausanne)
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the effectiveness of combining high molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HMWHA) and collagen tripeptide (CTP) to treat patients with both osteoarthritis (OA) and calcium pyrophosphate deposition (CPPD), conditions that worsen inflammation and cartilage damage.
- - A retrospective analysis monitored 29 patients receiving ultrasound-guided injections, measuring pain and joint function over 6 months using NRS and WOMAC scores, revealing significant improvement in both assessments.
- - Results indicated that 79% of patients experienced meaningful pain reduction (NRS) and 83% showed functional improvement (WOMAC), with the most notable benefits observed by the 6-month evaluation.
