At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our physiatrists understand the challenges faced by individuals suffering from knee pain, whether it’s due to an injury, a chronic condition, or the natural aging process. Our holistic approach combines traditional and complementary treatments to alleviate pain and restore optimal function. One of the innovative treatments we offer is platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP), a cutting-edge solution that has shown promising results and can be a game-changer for those struggling with knee problems.
What Is PRP Therapy?
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that harnesses the body’s natural healing processes to repair damaged tissue and alleviate pain. The procedure involves taking a small sample of the patient’s blood, which is then spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelets from other blood components. The concentrated platelet-rich plasma, rich in growth factors and healing properties, is then injected directly into the affected area.
Causes of Knee Pain
Knee pain is quite common since it can arise from:
- Osteoarthritis
- Patellar tendonitis
- Ligament sprains (e.g. ACL tears)Â
- Meniscal tears
- Bursitis
Whether knee pain is the result of a sports injury, fall, car accident, congenital defect, chronic condition, or simply the wear and tear of aging, PRP may be helpful in providing relief.
How PRP Can Help Alleviate Knee Pain
Traditional treatments for knee pain often involve medication, physical therapy, or surgery. However, PRP therapy offers a nonsurgical alternative that can address the root cause of pain by:
Promoting Healing
The growth factors in PRP stimulate the regeneration of damaged tissues, aiding in the repair of tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and muscles.
Reducing Inflammation
By targeting the specific area of injury or degeneration, PRP injections can reduce inflammation and swelling, leading to pain relief and improved joint mobility.
Delaying Disease Progression
In conditions like osteoarthritis, PRP can help slow down the degenerative process, providing long-term benefits and delaying the need for more invasive treatments like knee replacement surgery.
Because PRP amplifies the body’s natural growth factors in the targeted area, it can successfully relieve knee pain and thus increase mobility.
Is PRP Right for You?
Patients suffering from acute or chronic knee pain due to injury, illness, or a congenital condition may significantly benefit from PRP therapy. Ideal candidates are those seeking alternatives to surgery or those who have not found relief through conventional treatments. During your consultation at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our specialists will evaluate your condition, discuss your medical history, and determine if PRP therapy is a suitable way to address your knee pain.
Our Holistic Approach
At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. To this end, our team of pain management specialists integrates PRP therapy with other modalities like physical therapy, acupuncture, and injections of hyaluronic acid (to lubricate the knee joint) to ensure the best possible outcome.
Contact Our Experienced Knee Pain Specialists Now
If you’re struggling with knee pain and looking for a non-surgical treatment option, PRP therapy may be the solution you’ve been seeking. Contact us today to learn more about how our doctors can relieve your pain and restore your sense of well-being. You have only to take a look at our patients’ testimonials to realize that our highly skilled, dedicated professionals can significantly improve your quality of life.