Prolotherapy

Prolotherapy

Prolotherapy is a regenerative injection treatment intended to repair ligaments in injured joints and connective tissue. It is used to treat conditions such as arthritis or whiplash. The injection contains substances such as dextrose or saline as well as a numbing agent. When injected, the body initiates a healing response which promotes tendon and ligament health, as well as growth of tendon and ligament fibers. This treatment is meant to reduce pain and stiffness in the joints, as well as improve mobility and strength.

Prolotherapy

What is prolotherapy?

Prolotherapy is a regenerative injection treatment intended to repair ligaments in injured joints and connective tissue. It is used to treat conditions such as arthritis or whiplash.  The injection contains substances such as dextrose or saline as well as a numbing agent. When injected, the body initiates a healing response which promotes tendon and ligament health, as well as growth of tendon and ligament fibers. This treatment is meant to reduce pain and stiffness in the joints, as well as improve mobility and strength.

What to expect

Doctors may need to asses the patient to see if they are a good candidate for the treatment.

Not everyone is suitable for this treatment, as patients with chronic illnesses may not see results.


The doctor may take an X-ray to help them decide if the treatment is right for the patient. Then, the needle will be injected into the target areas. 

Pre and Post treatment

It is important to eat prior to the treatment, preferably a meal high in protein.


Stop taking anti-inflammatory medications three days before treatment


The doctor may want to take an X-ray or MRI to look at diagnostic images.


Before the treatment, the doctor will clean the skin with alcohol and apply a numbing cream

The entire treatment should take less than 30 minutes. The patient will be prepped with a local anesthetic, then injected. the doctor may have the patient rest for a few minutes before they are allowed to leave.


Mild stiffness or swelling after the procedure is normal and can last for up to a week. Patients may be able to return to regular activity the day of the procedure. It is recommended to receive three to six rounds every four weeks. 

Treatment Areas

  • Degenerative disc disease
  • sacro-iliac joint dysfunction
  • arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • rotator cuff tears
  • tennis or golf elbow
  • plantar fasciitis
  • temporomandibular joint syndrome
  • piriformis syndrome

Benefits

  • Strengthening the joints with this treatment will reduce the pain in the afflicted areas.
  • All natural, the body repairs itself
  • Provides long term relief, as opposed to pain relievers or anti-inflammatory medications.

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