When chronic pain or a sports-related injury takes you out of the game you love, finding effective treatment becomes your passion, too. Fortunately, sports medicine has advanced in recent years with innovative therapies that relieve pain, promote healing, and restore strength and function.
Whether you are a pro athlete or someone who wants to stay active, understanding some of these treatments can help you make informed decisions about your health. Here are just a few of the innovations that sports medicine doctors use.
1. Prolozone Therapy: A Breath of Fresh Air for Injuries
Prolozone therapy is an innovative treatment. It injects an ozone-enriched anesthetic solution into areas affected by sprains, strains or osteoarthritis. This powerful combination reduces inflammation and promotes healing and repair.
By enhancing oxygen levels in the body’s cells, Prolozone therapy accelerates the natural healing process. So, it is a valuable option for both chronic and acute musculoskeletal injuries, such as plantar fasciitis and painful trigger points. It helps with chronic conditions such as arthritis in both small and large, weight-bearing joints.
The benefits of Prolozone therapy are:
- It reduces inflammation quickly
- It accelerates tissue repair
- It provides rapid and long-lasting pain relief
Most people need three to five treatments with Prolozone. After each treatment, patients return to normal activities. However, he or she should avoid heavy lifting and other strenuous movements until the sports medicine doctor OKs them.
2. PRP Therapy: Harnessing the Body’s Healing Power
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a cutting-edge treatment which employs the patient’s own blood platelets to promote healing. Platelets contain natural growth factors which aid tissue regeneration and repair.
After a simple blood draw, platelets are concentrated in a centrifuge and then injected into the injured area. PRP therapy is particularly beneficial for alleviating knee pain due to arthritis, as it promotes cartilage repair and reduces pain.
The benefits of PRP Therapy are:
- It decreases healing time
- It reduces pain and inflammation
- It enhances joint function
- There is no joint degradation or damage (in the way cortisone injections can change joint structure)
- Patients experience no rejection or allergic reactions because the serum is derived from their own blood
- It is non-surgical and produces lasting results
3. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): The Sound of Relief
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT, sends sound waves into an injured area to relieve pain and swelling. ESWT treats various conditions, including the inflammation and pain of tendonitis and plantar fasciitis. By stimulating blood flow and cell regeneration, ESWT promotes rapid healing.
Benefits of ESWT are:
- Pain relief is fast and really lasts
- It is a non-invasive treatment with no cutting or injections
- It promotes a high level of tissue regeneration and healing
4. Advanced Chiropractic Care: A Holistic Approach to Healing
Chiropractic care has long been a vital part of sports medicine. Our sports orthopedic doctors at Reagan Integrated Sports Medicine in Dallas practice the latest techniques.
Our chiropractic treatments include laser therapy, dry needling, and many more. They are all designed to enhance healing, reduce pain and improve functionality.
Examples of our advanced chiropractic techniques are:
- Laser Therapy, which directs high-intensity light to stimulate cytochrome oxidase, a natural enzyme that aids in tissue regeneration
- Dry Needling, which targets deep muscle knots, providing relief from chronic pain and improving movement
The benefits of advanced chiropractic care are:
- It delivers comprehensive pain management and increases a sense of overall well-being
- It supports muscle and joint recovery
- It improves posture, coordination, and flexibility (all important to any athletic endeavor)
Experienced Sports Doctors in Dallas, TX
Explore the life-changing possibilities of chiropractic care and step into a future where wellness is paramount. At Reagan Integrated Sports Medicine, our team of skilled chiropractic doctors is ready to address the injury needs of individuals at all activity levels. Our customized care plans utilize the finest and latest in imaging, physical therapy, chiropractic adjustments, and injection therapies. Our approach is patient-centered, ensuring you receive the best possible care.
To learn more about dealing with chronic pain from overuse or arthritis or to overcome an acute musculoskeletal injury, contact our sports medical clinic in Dallas at (972) 503-7272. Our founder, Dr. Camille Reagan or one of our experienced sports medicine doctors will be happy to consult with you. Alternatively, you may request a visit by completing our patient form on our website.
We look forward to serving you!
