Frequently asked questions

Who is SportVis^TM for?: SportVis^TM is a treatment option to relieve pain and facilitate recovery in patients who have suffered a tendon or ligament injury, such as chronic tennis elbow or a sprained ankle.
What is a tendon or ligament injury?: A tendon or ligament injury is characterized by different levels of tearing of the tendon or ligament tissue. It can be induced by either repetitive use or a specific incident. Tennis elbow is an example of a tendon injury, whereas a sprained ankle is an example of a ligament injury.
What is SportVis^TM?: SportVis^TM is intended to relieve pain and restore function in damaged tendons and ligaments. It contains SOFT TISSUE ADAPTED BIOCOMPATIBLE HYALURONIC ACID (STABHA^TM), which is injected into the soft tissue surrounding damaged tendons and ligaments by a doctor trained in the specific injection technique. It works with the body’s natural healing process to facilitate recovery and relieve pain.
What is the active ingredient in SportVis^TM?: SportVis^TM contains SOFT TISSUE ADAPTED BIOCOMPATIBLE HYALURONIC ACID (STABHA^TM), a biocompatible form of the sodium hyaluronate naturally present in the soft tissue surrounding damaged tendons and ligaments.
How many injections of SportVis^TM will I need?: Both sprained ankle and tennis elbow injuries require two injections of SportVis^TM.
What grades of ankle sprain can I use SportVis^TM for?: SportVis^TM can be used to treat a Grade 1 or 2 ankle sprain.
Is there a time constraint on when SportVis^TM can be used to treat tennis elbow?: SportVis^TM can be used to treat chronic tennis elbow, meaning that it has lasted more than 3 months.
Where can I get SportVis^TM?: Click here to use our clinic locator to find a SportVis^TM-trained specialist near you.