Prolotherapy might sound a little futuristic, but it’s actually been around for decades — and it works by kickstarting your body’s natural repair process.
Here’s how it works:
A pain management specialist injects a natural irritant solution (often dextrose) into the joint or surrounding ligaments/tendons. This controlled irritation triggers the body to send healing cells and nutrients to the area, strengthening weakened tissue over time.
It’s particularly helpful for:
At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, we often combine prolotherapy with other therapies (like physical therapy or PRP) for even better results.
