>> Hyaluronic Acid is the main component of synovial fluid (synovial fluid)

>> Hyaluronic Acid acts as a buffer in joints

>> Hyaluronic Acid forms the basic framework for the formation of important cartilage components

>> Hyaluronic Acid can bind water and absorb shocks like a water cushion

Hyaluronic Acid is an endogenous substance. It belongs to the glycosaminoglycans and is a central part of the supporting and connective tissue.

Due to its diverse characteristics and functions of Hyaluronic Acid is of particular importance for the joint metabolism and joint function.

Hyaluronic Acid is the main component of joint fluid (synovial fluid) and also found in the articular cartilage in a large scale. The Hyaluronic Acid is characterized by a high viscosity and acts as a lubricant in the joint. This viscosity ensures the joint that sufficient lubricating film exists and the synovial fluid cannot escape from the joint space.

Because of its high water binding force and resulting pressure resistance, it functions in the joint and other Hyaluronic Acid-containing tissues (e.g. the intervertebral disc) as an ideal shock absorber. Depending on the strain, the Hyaluronic Acid changes its flow characteristics and adapts to the different loads on. With strong pressure forces (in the state or in a jump), the hyaluronic acid molecules stick like balls together, stick like a ball bearing at the surface and protect it. They act as shock absorbers. At high shear motions (while walking / running), the viscosity decreases and the friction is reduced.

In addition to functions such as cushioning and lubrication, the Hyaluronic Acid but also serves the nutrient supply of the cartilage and removal of waste products and waste products of cellular metabolism.

Hyaluronic Acid is therefore a key substance to maintain normal joint function!

At the age Hyaluronic Acid levels decrease in the body. Because Hyaluronic Acid is the main component of synovial fluid, a lack of Hyaluronic Acid leads to the fact that the lubricant film in the joint is no longer optimal. It may cause painful joint irritation. Then often joint problems, such as arthrosis and arthritis, occur.

Special properties of Hyaluronic Acid:

High pressure resistance

>> The Hyaluronic Acid is very resistant to pressure, because the water bound to Hyaluronic Acid is slightly compressible.

Good lubricity

>> Hyaluronic acid is distinguished by a high viscosity and is used in the joint as a lubricant.

Thixotropic properties

>> The viscosity of the Hyaluronic Acid adapts to different loads – e.g. under pressure is liquefies itself. Hyaluronic Acid may be liquid, but due to its high molecular weight form viscous enough that it will not be squeezed out like water out of the joint.