Regenerative Injection Therapies (RIT) are natural pain management solutions. They are a revolutionary approach in the field of regenerative medicine that offers a solution to individuals suffering from joint pain and muscle, nerve, ligament or tendon injuries. Unlike conventional treatments that often involve surgery or long-term medication use, regenerative injections provide a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical alternative that stimulates the body’s innate, natural healing process. Consult with Purist Natural Medicine to determine if this regenerative therapy is suitable for your specific condition.
Oxygen Injections
Ozone is a gas created from oxygen that is injected into the muscle or joint. It has been found to be effective in treating various types of pain, reducing inflammation and regenerating tissue. It is an ideal alternative therapy for conditions such as sport’s injuries, arthritis, muscle spasms and other health issues.
How does it work?
Ozone therapy decreases inflammation, modulates pathogen growth (bacteria, yeast etc) and increases stem cells contributing to repair of damaged tissue. It can help recharge the cells by donating an electron and supplying oxygen to the mitochondria of the tissues. Simply put, it increases oxygen in the body which helps reduce pain and inflammation. By injecting ozone directly into the affected area, it can help improve circulation and reduce inflammation, which can help reduce the intensity of pain.
How does it differ from Cortisone injections? Ozone causes proliferation, regeneration, and rebuilding of new ligament and cartilage tissue in areas where they have become weak and unstable. Unlike steroid injections, which only lower inflammation for a short time, ozone joint injection has been proven to regrow new tissue, making it not only a pain management option but also an alternative to surgery — saving you time, money, and time in pain. Who can benefit from Ozone Joint Injection? Anyone with joint or muscle pain can benefit from ozone injections, especially individuals suffering from osteoarthritis, sport’s injuries and general knee, shoulder and low back pain. Additionally ozone can strengthen the immune system. What to expect: During the procedure ozone gas is injected directly into the area of pain. The ozone gas can stimulate the production of anti-inflammatory molecules, which can help reduce pain and swelling in the tissue. Additionally it acts as an antimicrobial and it may stimulate stem cells to activate in the joint contributing to tissue regeneration. Many patients feel relief anywhere from a few hours to a few days after the injections. How many treatments are needed? The effects of ozone therapy can last from days to weeks to months depending on the patient’s health status and the degree of degeneration, inflammation or pathology present at the time of visit. Often several sessions are needed for optimal results. Clinical experience shows that the average degenerated or injured joint will need between three and nine injections, ideally spread over 8 to 10 weeks, with an expectation of 15-25% improvement each time. Improvement may come in the way of decreased pain level, more mobility, more flexibility, or a reduction in popping or grinding. After the Injections–What to expect: Unlike surgery, ozone injections typically do not impact physical activity as do other injections. Most people are able to drive and work immediately following treatment. It is always a good rule-of-thumb to listen to your body and ease from your every-day routine and refrain from activities to which you are not accustomed.
Perineural Injection Therapy
Perineural Injection Therapy (PIT) is a treatment of injections immediately under the skin targeting painful areas close to the nerves with a goal to restore normal function, reduce pain and degeneration. The solution is a non-pharmacological substance–D5W which is dextrose 5% in sterile water. This method was developed by Dr. Lyftogt who found that treating painful inflamed nerves in an effective way to treat and inhibit chronic neuropathic pain. How do nerves contribute to pain? The nerve supplying the skin over joints, ligaments and tendons also supplies those joints, ligaments and tendons thus, “A dysfunctional nerve is capable of creating pain and degenerative signaling in all structures from skin surface to bone.” What conditions are they best for? Nerve Pain aka “Neurogenic Inflammation” or Neuropathic Pain. What to expect? After the first treatment pain relief may last for a period of 4 hours to 5 days. Repeated treatments of approximately 6-8 sessions are usually performed weekly. The repeated sessions result in gradual reduction of the overall pain, with the aim of complete resolution (no pain) and full function. Success rates vary between 80-100% depending on the condition. For most conditions recurrence is unlikely unless re-injury occurs. Perineural injections may be combined with other injection therapies for improved outcomes. Resources and Research:
Prolotherapy
Prolotherapy is a regenerative injection therapy aimed to repair weakened or stretched ligaments or tendons or stabilize joint surfaces affected by arthritis. By injecting a solution containing dextrose and/or lidocaine into the affected area, prolotherapy triggers a controlled inflammation and promotes the growth of new tissue. This innovative treatment method helps strengthen weakened ligaments and tendons, ultimately reducing pain and improving joint function and stability.
The term prolo in prolotherapy refers to the effect of injection to grow (proliferate) new cells that form ligament or tendon tissue (fibroblasts) or stabilize or repair cartilage (chondrocytes). Studies show that Dextrose has been shown to stimulate some cartilage cell growth– “One double-blind animal study by Dr. Liu showed that prolotherapy increased: ligament mass by 44%, ligament thickness by 27%, ligament to bone juncture strength by 28%.” Conditions that may benefit from prolotherapy: Scars, tendonitis, tendinosis, diastasis recti, ligament strains/sprains/laxity, muscle pain, bursa pain, osteoarthritis, temporomandibular dysfunction, rotator cuff tendinopathy, sacroiliac pain, Osgood-Schlatter disease, achilles tendinosis, plantar fasciitis and more. Who should avoid injections? Prolotherapy is not recommended for individuals with bleeding disorders, anticoagulant or anti-inflammatory medications, known allergy to prolotherapy agents, acute infections and septic arthritis. For individuals seeking an effective, non-surgical and long-lasting solution to their musculoskeletal issues, prolotherapy has emerged as a promising option. It offers a safe and minimally invasive approach without the risks associated with surgery or prolonged medication use.
Platelet Rich Plasma PRP
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a cutting-edge regenerative treatment that has the potential to accelerate healing in various conditions affecting joints, tendons, and ligaments.
How does it work?
PRP therapy involves collecting a small amount of the patient’s blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets, and then injecting this platelet-rich plasma back into the affected area. Platelets contain growth factors that can stimulate tissue repair and regeneration.
This innovative treatment is being used to treat a range of musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendonitis, ligament injuries, and other soft tissue injuries. By harnessing the body’s own natural healing mechanisms through PRP therapy, patients may experience faster recovery times and improved outcomes compared to traditional treatments. Research on PRP therapy continues to expand, showing promising results in promoting tissue repair and reducing inflammation.This regenerative approach is reshaping the landscape of orthopedic care and offering new hope for patients seeking non-surgical solutions for their musculoskeletal problems.
