Other uses of Hyaluronic Acid
In ophthalmology, hyaluronic acid is used for the preparation of eye drops or ophthalmic ointments in order to promote the healing of the conjunctiva after trauma.
In otological surgery, the main objective of hyaluronic acid is to repair perforations in the tympanic membrane, a condition that can create problems such as recurrent ear infections.
Recent research highlights the possibility of using hyaluronic acid as an innovative therapy for tissue engineering. Used in the form of special membranes, in fact, it has shown the ability to reconstruct tissues damaged by 2nd and 3rd degree burns. The same healing efficacy has been tested on diabetic foot ulcers.
A similar effect also occurs in aphthous stomatitis. In this field, some studies have unequivocally highlighted the improvement in the symptomatic picture of patients both in terms of pain and reduction of oral ulcers.
Other studies have shown that hyaluronic acid is also involved in the processes of proliferation and growth of hair, opening new horizons in the cosmetic use of this important substance.
In cosmetics it is often included in the formulation of creams with anti-aging, anti-wrinkle and hydrating properties.
In nutraceutics, the molecule is used for the preparation of anti-aging supplements or sysadoa, slow-acting natural therapies for osteoarthritis, to be taken orally.
