Prolotherapy
Injection therapy to strengthen weakened ligaments and tendons
About This Treatment
Prolotherapy (proliferative therapy) involves injecting a solution (typically dextrose) into damaged ligaments, tendons, or joints. This triggers controlled inflammation and the body's natural healing response, stimulating growth of new, stronger tissue. Prolotherapy addresses the root cause of many chronic pain conditions - joint instability and weakened connective tissue. It's particularly effective for arthritis, sports injuries, and chronic back pain.
Benefits
- Strengthens ligaments and tendons
- Reduces chronic joint pain
- Addresses root cause
- Long-lasting results
- Avoids surgery in many cases
- Stimulates natural healing
- Treats multiple areas
- Well-researched approach
What to Expect
After examination and possibly imaging, the practitioner injects the prolotherapy solution into affected areas. You may receive multiple injections in one session. The procedure causes temporary discomfort. Afterward, the area may be sore and swollen - this is the healing response. You'll need to avoid anti-inflammatory medications. Most people require 3-6 treatment sessions spaced 3-6 weeks apart. Improvement builds over months.
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