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PRP Injections for Joint Pain 

Joint Pain 

Platelet-rich plasma or PRP, as we know it, is a magical potion that can turn your life around. From promoting hair growth to curbing inflammation, PRP has multiple therapeutic benefits for the human body. Joint pain is a global health burden with millions of individuals suffering from it every year. Taking over-the-counter painkillers can provide temporary relief, but with significant side effects. So, experts tried PRP for this purpose, and it showed promising results. So, today we explore the benefits of PRP injections for joint pain. 

How PRP Reduces Joint Pain? 

PRP injections are rich in growth factors, which, when injected into the affected site, induce multiple positive changes. Platelet-rich plasma amps up the body’s natural healing potential and stimulates tissue repair. In addition to enhanced healing, intra-articular PRP injections alleviate inflammation while improving joint lubrication. Recent studies reveal that PRP injections have positive molecular effects on ligament and tendon healing. This can be pretty beneficial for degenerative joint conditions. 

PRP For Joint Pain Conditions 

Multiple joint conditions can limit your movement by inducing aches in the body. PRP does wonders for most of these disorders: 

Osteoarthritis  

Knee osteoarthritis is the greatest contributor to joint pain across the globe. Findings from a 2021 study show that PRP injections have a higher efficacy than conservative treatments in relieving pain (and symptoms). Moreover, PRP formulations have long sustained chondroprotective (cartilage-protective) effects in knee osteoarthritis patients. In addition to pain relief, the functional improvements with PRP injections are also commendable. 

Osteoporosis 

People suffering from fragile bones also experience joint pain. There are various strategies to manage this pain. New studies show that platelet-rich plasma and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) restore bone integrity and treat bony defects, which leads to pain relief. 

Chondromalacia Patellae 

Inflammation of the underside of the kneecap’s (patella) cartilage can cause a great deal of joint pain. Injecting platelet-rich plasma into the knee joint has been shown to greatly reduce joint pain and inflammation. 

Auto-Immune Disorders 

Administration of PRP injections in the swollen joints of auto-immune patients holds promise. You can benefit from these healing-promoter injections for different autoimmune disorders. Rheumatoid Arthritis patients usually have a lot of joint swelling and pain. PRP shows promising results in suppressing joint inflammation and managing pain. Psoriatic arthritis patients with knee pain show appreciable improvements in pain and swelling after platelet-rich plasma injections. 

Benefits Of PRP For Joint Pain 

You can enjoy the following benefits of  PRP: 

  • Natural healing and effective pain relief 
  • No need to take gut-burning painkiller medicines 
  • Quick recovery  
  • Long-lasting results 
  • Minimal side effects  
  • Alternative to surgical interventions 

Patients seeking relief from their joint pain can visit the Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic for quick and long-lasting results! 

Conclusion 

Joint pain is highly prevalent in the world, which interferes with daily activities. The conventional methods of managing joint pain have many side effects. Intra-articular PRP injections show promising results in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, and chondromalacia etc. Plus, there are long-lasting effects and minimal side effects. 

References 

  1. Chalidis, B., Givissis, P., Papadopoulos, P., & Pitsilos, C. (2023). Molecular and biologic effects of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in ligament and tendon healing and regeneration: a systematic review. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(3), 2744. 
  2. Hong, M., Cheng, C., Sun, X., Yan, Y., Zhang, Q., Wang, W., & Guo, W. (2021). Efficacy and safety of intra‐articular platelet‐rich plasma in osteoarthritis knee: a systematic review and meta‐analysis. BioMed research international, 2021(1), 2191926. 
  3. Bansal, H., Leon, J., Pont, J. L., Wilson, D. A., Bansal, A., Agarwal, D., & Preoteasa, I. (2021). Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in osteoarthritis (OA) knee: Correct dose critical for long term clinical efficacy. Scientific reports, 11(1), 3971. 
  4. Nie, L. Y., Zhao, K., Ruan, J., & Xue, J. (2021). Effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials. Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine, 9(3), 2325967120973284. 
  5. Amiri, M. A., Farshidfar, N., Miron, R. J., Dziedzic, A., Hamedani, S., Daneshi, S., & Tayebi, L. (2023). The Potential Therapeutic Effects of Platelet‐Derived Biomaterials on Osteoporosis: A Comprehensive Review of Current Evidence. International journal of biomaterials, 2023(1), 9980349. 
  6. Ostojic, M., Hakam, H. T., Lovrekovic, B., Ramadanov, N., & Prill, R. (2024). Treatment of anterior knee pain due to chondromalacia patellae with platelet-rich plasma and hyaluronic acid in young and middle-aged adults, a cohort study. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, 1-8. 
  7. Yessirkepov, M., Fedorchenko, Y., Zimba, O., & Mukanova, U. (2025). Use of platelet-rich plasma in rheumatic diseases. Rheumatology International, 45(1), 1-9. 
  8. Chellamuthu, G., Muthu, S., Khanna, M., & Khanna, V. (2021). “Platelet-rich plasma holds promise in management of rheumatoid arthritis”—systematic review. Rheumatology International, 41(11), 1895-1903. 
  9. Mazzei, N., Hall, A., & Clinton, C. (2023). Treatment of Knee Synovitis from Psoriatic Arthritis with Platelet Rich Plasma Injection. Cooper Rowan Medical Journal, 5(1), 54-57. 
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                  What are Prolozone Injections

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                  Prolozone therapy is a non-surgical procedure for the treatment of joint pain and musculoskeletal pain. Prolozone is a combination of neural therapy, ozone therapy, and prolotherapy. In this technique, the injections of a combination of anti-inflammatory medications, minerals, procaine, vitamins, and ozone gas (oxygen) are delivered into the degenerated joints and damaged tissues. Prolozone injections can help relieve chronic pain. Prolozone therapy is better than traditional prolotherapy because it consists of ozone gas that can repair joints of the body.

                  How does Prolozone Injection work?

                  Prolozone injections work as regenerative medicine. It is the combination of collagen-producing material and ozone gas that can initiate the process of natural healing. These injections play an important role in the regeneration of damaged tissues. When an ozone-containing injection is infused in a certain area of the body, it enhances the blood supply to that specific part. It also increases the nutrient supply to that area and the natural healing cycle of the body.

                  Reasons for using Prolozone Injections:

                  In some cases, patients have chronic pain due to musculoskeletal injury or disease. Prolozone therapy is an alternative solution to surgery for these patients. This is a pain relief injection therapy that can heal the ligaments and relieve the pain and disability. Prolozone injections can help treat the following conditions:

                  • Sciatica
                  • Hip arthritis
                  • Knee arthritis
                  • Chronic back pain
                  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
                  • Elbow pain
                  • Degenerative discs of the spine
                  • Rotator cuff injury

                  How do Prolozone injections reduce chronic pain?

                  In Prolozone therapy, injections of several nutrients in combination with ozone gas are infused into the painful joints, nerves, ligaments, and tendons. It works at the cellular level and is helpful for the stimulation of the immune system of the body. It enhances the amount of oxygen supply in the area reduces the pain and speeds up the recovery period. Additionally, it helps the damaged tissue regain its strength and tightness, which helps to stabilize the area and lessen pain.

                  How long do the results last?

                  Patients experience instant relief after receiving the first injection of Prolozone. This procedure is repeated 4 to 6 times after every two weeks. However, patients experience significant results after 3 to 5 sessions of Prolozone therapy. Additionally, your doctor will provide your treatment plan according to the condition.

                  What are the side effects of Prolozone injections?

                  Prolozone injections are considered to be safe because it is rare for patients to experience side effects. You may experience light sensitivity or bruises due to needles. Moreover, doctors can use medication to cause numbness before the treatment.

                  What results do I expect after the Prolozone therapy?

                  You can expect gradual pain in the pain after getting Prolozone therapy. After the first session, you can feel instant relief from pain. This treatment can reduce up to 75% of chronic pain permanently. However, you will receive booster doses after several months to maintain the results.

                  Benefits of Prolozone injections over prolotherapy:

                  1. Prolozone injections contain ozone which provides oxygen in the damaged area of the body. Meanwhile, prolotherapy does not have this function and it is a very painful procedure. The pain due to prolotherapy lasts typically from days to weeks.
                  2. Prolotherapy requires multiple injections but Prolozone therapy needs only a few. You can say that Prolozone is a faster, simpler, and less expensive procedure as compared to prolotherapy.
                  3. You will notice great results when Prolozone injections are used intraarticularly. It is helpful for the regeneration of the damaged cartilage present in the knee, hips, and shoulders.

                  Prolozone therapy at Legacy Clinic in The Villages:

                  Legacy Clinic provides Prolozone therapy to alleviate chronic pain. Dr. Arron Perry is an experienced, acupuncture physician who works at the Legacy Clinic in The Villages. He is certified and trained to provide Prolozone injections to patients. The treatment consists of two phases. In the first phase, he may inject the solution of minerals, vitamins, and homeopathic remedies to provide proper nutrients to a certain area. This phase improves blood circulation and also reduces swelling and inflammation. In the second phase, ozone gas is provided to the treated area. Ozone gas can help provide oxygen and increase the production of red blood cells. The process causes a healing process in the injection site which can be effective in reducing the pain. If you have chronic pain in joints or muscles, you can schedule your appointment with Dr. Arro Perry at Legacy Clinic in The Villages, FL.