Regenerative orthopedics includes various forms of regenerative injections which are safe and effective treatments for acute and chronic pain in joints and the spine. Regenerative injections are non-surgical in-office procedures that require no downtime for recovery. Since 1996, Dr. William Nelson, of Scottsdale, AZ, has helped thousands of people become pain free, allowing them to avoid surgery, opiate pain relievers, and harmful cortisone shots (which damages soft tissue and cartilage).
Our office treats all chronic and acute musculoskeletal and nerve pain. The most common conditions we have treated are knee, low back, shoulder and hip pain. In addition, Dr. Nelson is an expert in treating the following conditions:
According to a American Osteopathic Association of Medicine study , approximately 80% of patients receiving proltherapy received at least a 50% decrease in pain. The anticipated rate of success depends on a number of variables, including the patient’s history and ability to heal, and the type of solution used. In patients with low back pain, studies have shown 85% to 95% of patients experience improvement with prolotherapy (compared to studies showing only a 52% improvement with back surgery).
In our clinical experience with thousands of patients over the last 30 years, we estimate we have a 80-90% success rate. Depending on the severity of structural injury, the age and health status of the patient, resolution of pain and dysfunction can require anywhere from one to five+ treatments spread out over 6 months to one year.
All three of the above treatments work in a similar manner. They help by initiating a biological healing response that strengthens the connective tissue to improve the structural alignment of the injured joint to decrease pain, improve the joint’s range of motion and reduce the abhorrent movement which increases the rate of joint degeneration.
These treatments dramtically different from cortisone/steroid injections. Cortisone provides temporary relief by shutting down joint inflammation and pain. The injections do nothing to heal the compromised tissue and actually damage the ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. We compare this to taking the batteries out of your smoke alarm when it is beeping.
In contrast, accurately placed regenerative injections initiate the body’s self-healing mechanism to regenerate and restore injured tissues. This reduces the pain and stiffness while restoring the strength and function of the joint.
Recently, our office has added a post-procedure therapy called regional hyperthermia to augment our regenerative injection therapies. Regional hyperthermia is a safe, simple, and pain free application of heat to the injured area to increase the internal temperature of the tissue up to 112 degrees F. Our German made medical device is one of a kind and safely heats the target tissue to depths of up to 5 inches while preventing burning the skin by utilizing computer-controlled temperature sensors. Hyperthermic heating of the target tissue increases blood flow 1500% to increase the delivery of oxygen, nutrients, and natural biological substances (platelets, growth factors, cytokines, peptides, fibroblasts, stem cells, etc) to optimize the results of your injection procedure.
Although many other providers offer a free consult, our office has reduced the fee for our $295 inital consult to $99. The consult includes a thorough review of your diagnostic imaging (MRI, Xray, Ultrasound, etc), an orthopedic and neurological exam, and an in-house ultrasound exam of the soft tissue.
Optimal clinical outcomes are achieved by making sure your body has the essential nutrients and building blocks to rebuild and regenerate your damaged tissues. Ask about our total regeneration program that includes a comprehensive blood test (including screening for inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, metabolic dysfunction and hormone deficiencies). In addition, this program includes screening for common underlying causes for pain including chronic infection(s), metal toxicity, unresolved dental problems, chronic nerve constrictions, negative influences of surgical or traumatic scars, etc. The results of your regenerative injections will be optimized after implementing your individualized regenerative program.
"I was severely injured and my car totaled in a motor vehicle accident. After the accident, I was suffering from excrutiating neck, mid, and low back pain. I received physical therapy (15 sessions) and multiple treatments from a renouned "Phoenix Top Doc" spine and sports specialist (several epidurals and medial branch blocks). These treatments gave me no relief. I was referred to an orthopedic surgeon and was devastated when I was told there was nothing else they could do to help me out of my acute pain. Luckily, I found my way to Dr. Nelson's office. After 5 prolotherapy sessions over six months, I was pain free. I am so grateful to Stephanie and Dr. Nelson for giving me my life back." M. T.
