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Hyaluronic Acid Injections Injections in Athletes
Hyaluronic Acid Injections Injections in Athletes
Saturday, 12 February 2011 14:56 | Author: Kneedoc | 
Injections in athletes
Cortisone (corticosteroid) injections, for individuals subject to drug testing under WADA (most professional and Olympic sports), are banned unless the athlete seeks a theraputic use exemption (TUE), including supporting documents from a physician.
Intra-articular Hyaluronan injections are not prohibited.
The directives from the UK Sport Drug Information Database states:
WADA Regulations for Corticosteroids:
| In Competition | Prohibited: S9 Glucocorticosteroids All glucocorticosteroids are prohibited when administered by oral, intravenous, intramuscular or rectal routes. |
| Out of Competition | Not Prohibited:Not tested for Out-of-Competition: These substances are not tested for `Out-of-Competition'. Please be aware that if it is found in an Athlete's system during competition (even if the substance(s) was taken prior to the competition) this will constitute a doping violation. |
WADA Regulations for Hyaluronans (Hyaluronic Acid):
| In Competition | Not Prohibited: There are no WADA restrictions on the use of this substance or product in sport. |
| Out of Competition | Not Prohibited: There are no WADA restrictions on the use of this substance or product in sport. |
Article courtesy of Mr Len Funk (www.shoulderdoc.co.uk)
Last Updated (Sunday, 20 March 2011 15:51)
