About Prolotherapy Treatments

Prolotherapy, also referred to as nonsurgical ligament reconstruction, is a natural method used to promote the body's healing process and repair damaged ligaments and tendons. The word "prolo" comes from "proli," a Latin word which means regenerate/formation. Prolotherapy treatments aim to regenerate the growth of healthy ligament tissues, tendons and/or joints, and eliminate the associated pain.

Features

• During prolotherapy treatments, a proliferant (often dextrose solution) is injected into the affected area of the ligament or tendon that's attached to the bone.

Function

• The injections trigger the body's inflammatory response, making it transmit additional amounts of blood and nutrients to facilitate tissue repair.

Effects

• Once the healing process begins, new collagen is deposited, and it decreases in size as it matures. The shrinking collagen then constricts the infected ligament, which makes it stronger.

Significance

• The effects of prolotherapy and duration/frequency of treatments may differ according to the individual; however, patients typically receive four to six treatments in each affected area.

Potential

• According to prolotherapy.com, the treatment is effective for a range of conditions, including arthritis, back pain, neck pain, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic tendonitis, degenerated or herniated discs, and sciatica.