Prolotherapy injection
Learn about Prolotherapy injection, including indications, benefits, and recovery considerations.
Overview
Prolotherapy involves injecting an irritant solution to stimulate tissue healing.
Indications
Chronic ligament or tendon pain not responding to standard care.
How it helps
Creates a controlled inflammatory response to promote repair.
Implementation
Series of injections over weeks to months.
Expected timeline
Improvement is gradual; evidence varies by condition.
When to seek care
Discuss risks and benefits with a qualified provider.
Prolotherapy involves injecting an irritant solution to stimulate tissue healing.
Indications
Chronic ligament or tendon pain not responding to standard care.
How it helps
Creates a controlled inflammatory response to promote repair.
Implementation
Series of injections over weeks to months.
Expected timeline
Improvement is gradual; evidence varies by condition.
When to seek care
Discuss risks and benefits with a qualified provider.