Reasons to Choose Prolotherapy for Treating Chronic Pain Due to Joint Instabilit

Posted by EHC Buffalo on January 27th, 2020

There are a number of treatment modalities available for joint stability, one of which is prolotherapy in Buffalo, NY. This minimally invasive procedure is often the logical choice for someone who doesn't want to undergo surgery. Interested? Aside from not getting scars and not having to spend days in the bed to recover from going under the knife, there are many more reasons why you might consider prolotherapy for your chronic pain.

Quick treatment and recovery

Prolotherapy is performed by simply injecting an irritant solution to the affected area. The number of treatments necessary largely depends on the severity of the problem, nutritional status, and the body's ability to heal. Thus, the length of treatment will vary from patient to patient. Typical intervals range from three to six weeks; however, it is not impossible for a patient to experience complete relief from chronic pain after the first and second treatment. What is certain is that all patients can resume their regular activities quickly after getting the procedure. Many patients are back to normal on the same day (or the day after) their prolotherapy in Buffalo, NY.

Less risky

This treatment is non-surgical, making it safer or less risky compared to other invasive options like surgery. There is also little chance of patients developing infections that are common in traditional approaches.

High success rate

Prolotherapy in Buffalo, NY is an orthopedic procedure that is recognized by experts. It is one of the most preferred methods because it stimulates the body’s natural healing processes, allowing it to strengthen and repair injured joints and connective tissue on its own. Studies show a success rate of 80% to 90%, proving that the treatment can minimize and eliminate the pain completely. No wonder prolotherapy has been used by experts in chronic pain worldwide.

Long-term solution

Prolotherapy treats chronic pain due to joint instability from its core. It doesn't just stop joint destruction—it also supports the anabolic process (the growth of new and healthy ligaments or tendon fibers). In other words, the treatment doesn't only relieve pain—it addresses the real issue of the disorder, providing long-term relief of pain and preventing the development of related diseases. You will experience improved strength and function, too.

About the Author:

Dr. Kalpana Patel practices Functional, Integrative, and Environmental Medicine. Dr. Patel established her practice to offer specialized care to patients in Buffalo, New York, and throughout New York State, as well as other domestic and international patients. She provides comprehensive evaluations of a wide range of medical issues and diseases, with a focus on the indoor and outdoor environments in which patients live and work.

Dr. Patel diagnoses and treats a variety of conditions, including autism, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, allergies, autoimmune diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, chronic Lyme disease, nutritional deficiencies, problems related to toxic mold exposure, as well as food, allergy, chemical, and EMF sensitivities — all in an environmentally controlled office.

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