The Ins and Outs of Prolotherapy
http://pegasuspain.com/ Although several medical interventions already exist for treating joint and back pain issues, one such treatment, Prolotherapy, is receiving more significant attention in the medical community.
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Although several medical interventions already exist for treating joint and back pain issues, one such treatment, Prolotherapy, is receiving more significant attention in the medical community.
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methodology to suit his needs <strong>and</strong> injected his injured thumb, eventually nursing it<br />
back to health.<br />
How does <strong>Prolotherapy</strong> work?<br />
<strong>Prolotherapy</strong> carries out its task by causing a temporary, low-grade inflammation at<br />
the injection site. This inflammation precipitates the activation <strong>of</strong> fibroblasts to the<br />
area, which, in turn, synthesize precursors to mature collagen <strong>and</strong> thus<br />
reinforce/repair connective tissues <strong>and</strong> ligaments. Research supports the theory that<br />
directly exposing fibroblasts to growth factors facilitates the growth <strong>of</strong> new cell<br />
tissues <strong>and</strong> the accumulation/deposition <strong>of</strong> collagen.<br />
In this case, the injured joint experiences an increase in ligament thickening, a<br />
broadening <strong>of</strong> the tendons <strong>and</strong> the strengthening <strong>of</strong> the damaged tendon or ligament.<br />
For increased efficacy, medical pr<strong>of</strong>essionals recommend administering several shots<br />
at the site <strong>of</strong> the injured joint or weakened area. Expected dosages may range from 4<br />
to 15 shots per session. In addition, the patient should expect several sessions to<br />
occur over the course <strong>of</strong> 3 to 6 months.<br />
Benefits <strong>of</strong> <strong>Prolotherapy</strong><br />
Supporters <strong>of</strong> the treatment look at the overall picture, which centers on not only<br />
healing but increasing the strength <strong>of</strong> the joint or area. This improved sturdiness<br />
augurs well for stability, movement, <strong>and</strong> function <strong>of</strong> the back <strong>and</strong> joints.<br />
<strong>Prolotherapy</strong> is also hailed as a natural treatment course that works in conjunction<br />
with the body to heal <strong>and</strong> repair itself.<br />
Potential Side Effects<br />
<strong>The</strong> most serious reported side effect <strong>of</strong> using <strong>Prolotherapy</strong> includes infection <strong>of</strong> the<br />
site after injecting the dose. <strong>The</strong> infection may cause a fever <strong>and</strong> pain <strong>and</strong> is<br />
treatable with antibiotics.<br />
Another side effect concerns the temporary swelling <strong>of</strong> the treated area. Usually, this<br />
swelling subsides as the joint repairs itself.<br />
Opponents <strong>of</strong> <strong>Prolotherapy</strong> frown at the use <strong>of</strong> sugar in the treatment. Doctors<br />
suggest that an accumulation <strong>of</strong> sugar in the affected areas could ultimately<br />
weaken/damage the joints. However, research is ongoing to determine the veracity <strong>of</strong><br />
this claim.
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