Prolotherapy: Steroid-Free Healing for Ligaments and Tendons

At Weiss Wellness + Beauty, we offer Prolotherapy, a regenerative treatment that leverages your body’s natural healing processes to decrease pain and improve function. Prolotherapy is especially beneficial for those seeking a steroid-free solution to ligament and tendon healing.

What is Prolotherapy?

Prolotherapy involves the injection of a mild irritant solution to stimulate a controlled healing process. By inducing localized inflammation, Prolotherapy initiates a healing cascade that results in the deposition of new collagen. As the new collagen matures, it strengthens the cartilage, ligament, or tendon that was injected.

How is Prolotherapy Performed?

Procedure:

Dr. Weiss uses ultrasound guidance to ensure precise injections. The mixture of dextrose, lidocaine, and sarapin is injected into the targeted area, causing a controlled injury signal that stimulates the body’s natural healing response.
Why Not Use Steroids?

Repeated steroid injections can weaken ligaments and tendons. While steroids can temporarily reduce inflammation, the benefits are often short-lived. In contrast, Prolotherapy stimulates tissue growth, offering the potential for long-lasting relief.

What Conditions Can Prolotherapy Treat?

Prolotherapy is used to treat recurrent pain, swelling, or fullness involving joints or muscular regions. It is particularly effective for conditions such as:

Tendonosis and Tendonitis
Ligament Injuries
Joint Instability
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
What Are the Risks?

Prolotherapy is an extremely safe procedure. The risks are minimal and primarily include infection and bleeding, which are common risks associated with any injection.

Am I a Candidate for Prolotherapy?

You may be a candidate for Prolotherapy if you experience recurrent pain, swelling, or fullness in a joint or muscular region. A consultation with Dr. Weiss will help determine if Prolotherapy is the right treatment for you.

Treatment Frequency

The number of treatments varies with each patient. On average, individuals require 4 to 6 treatment sessions, typically given at 1-2 week intervals.

Pain and Post-Procedure Care

Pain:

The injection is considered mildly to moderately painful.
Patients typically experience a “flare” of soreness for 2-3 days post-injection. Mild pain medication, such as Tylenol, is usually sufficient to control discomfort.
Post-Procedure Care:

Avoid anti-inflammatory medications as they can interfere with the healing process.
Refrain from strenuous activities for about 48 hours post-injection.
Gentle stretching is recommended immediately after the procedure.
Avoid strenuous activity for the following 2-3 weeks to allow proper healing.
Why IV Administration?

IV administration of nutrients can achieve blood levels that are often impossible with oral supplementation and works instantaneously. This method has gained popularity for treating various conditions effectively.

Conditions that respond well to IV therapy:

Asthma
Migraine
Fatigue
Fibromyalgia
Depression
Infections
Allergies
Athletic performance
Headaches
A Message from Dr. Elise Weiss

“When I started my medical practice, the primary focus was illness and injury; intervening at the destination rather than along the journey. In time, the fault in my thinking became clear, and my approach changed from reactive to proactive; with a focus on wellness rather than illness. Weiss Wellness was the natural progression of my thoughts on health and wellness.

Weiss Beauty is once again a response to observations in my own life and a desire to maintain the health of my skin and body. With this in mind, we now offer natural methods that stimulate your body’s own reparative pathways to fight the signs of aging.”

News & Updates about Prolotherapy

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Reviews and Testimonials

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Get Started with Prolotherapy

If you are ready to explore the benefits of Prolotherapy for ligament and tendon healing, contact us today to schedule a consultation. Our expert practitioners are here to guide you on your journey to optimal health and vitality.