Prolotherapy- is the use of mild irritating solutions which are injected via a needle and syringe into the part of the ligament or tendon that inserts into the bone at a zone known as the "enthesis". These injections cause the body to pay attention to the old injured area and start a healing cascade that results in the body thickening and tightening the ligament or tendon. This technique is very old, having been around since Hypocratese but has gained recent popularity as research is showing the effectivness and simplicity of this technique. The pt does undergo a number of injections which are mildly to moderatly uncomfortable but the results are fantastic. Often, patients of prolotherapy get total pain relief and joint stability in as little as 12 to 16 weeks. (This is joint repair, not pain relief medication) Please take the time to read about prolotherapy by searching your internet. This way you gain an unbaised view of what it is and how well it works.
