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The brand name for Hylan G-F 20 is Synvisc-One. This injectable viscosupplement was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat knee pain from osteoarthritis. Viscosupplementation is the injection of lubricating substances directly into a joint that is affected by osteoarthritis. Restoring lubrication in this way helps relieve pain and improve the joint's movement. A shot of Hylan G-F 20 can provide months of relief for people with osteoarthritis.
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