Causes for injuries and pain abound, and who you choose for your care when suffering matters most. While many cases require surgical procedures that can be costly and have a long recovery period and process, doctors can opt for non-surgical treatments to deal with pain. For example, one of those treatments is regenerative medicine. Paired with a holistic approach for pain management, it can result in a positive and surgery-free journey back to health. In this article, you will find the non-surgical treatments available to nurse your injury and treat your pain.
Dealing with Pain… The Healthy Way
Pain manifests itself in plenty of ways. Whether it is a sting, a burning sensation, cramping, shooting, sharp, or stabbing pain; when we experience it, it seems that our world comes to a halt. What happens is that nociceptors (from latin’s nocere, “to harm or hurt”), produce signals that go through a chain of nerve fibers all the way to the brain to inform that there has been intense stimulation. Nociceptors are our bodies’ alarm systems that let us know that our threshold has been reached.
Throughout the history of human evolution, we have looked for agents that would help soothe pain. Admittedly, some are more effective—and, conversely, more dangerous—than others. As society is bombarded with pain medicine in the form of OTC and prescription pills, and with doctors offering costly surgeries, it is important to learn that there are newer, safer alternatives. We are proud to present the latest developments in pain medicine, which include non-surgical treatments.
Regenerative Medicine for Pain Relief
What is Regenerative Medicine?
Regenerative medicine (RM) is a field of medicine dedicated to studying and furthering the replacement, engineering, or regeneration of human cells, tissues, or organs lost or injured because of aging, diseases, or congenital conditions.
Some of the affections that regenerative medicine can treat include:
- Meniscus tears
- Ligament tears
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder and hip labrum reconstruction
This method was first developed in 2005 and since then, it has moved forward immeasurably. So much so that not all facilities offer it—as a state-of-the art, non-surgical treatment, it requires the work of seasoned and forward-thinking experts and a dedicated infrastructure.
How Does Regenerative Medicine Work?
As incredible as it may sound, the human body has the ability to heal itself after suffering a physical injury. Regenerative medicine boosts this ability by producing material that interacts with the body and promotes healing. But, how? Scientists produce the aforementioned material by taking samples from the person’s blood and subjecting it to different treatments to extract healing-promoting cells. After that, those cells are injected back into the person to boost healing.
Regenerative medicine for pain relief manifests itself in the form of PRP therapies. Below, you’ll find an in-depth description.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
Plasma is the liquid component of the blood that contains no cells, but contains proteins and other components such as platelets. Platelets are the cells that react to bleeding by coming together and forming clots to stop it. Another quality of platelets is that they have growth factors and cytokines that promote healing of soft tissues and joints.
PRP is usually used to treat inflammation of the joints caused by aging or an injury. Additionally, specialists recommend PRP therapy to treat chronic pain like tendinopathy and tendinosis. PRP is a non-invasive, natural-tissue derived product that allows your body to heal quickly and has virtually no side effects because it comes literally from your own body, so it cannot be rejected. This method mimics the human organism’s natural healing process, therefore it is a safe and effective alternative to surgery.
Key Takeaway: Although a wealth of painful affections will necessarily need surgery, there are non-surgical treatments available to treat another heap of conditions. It is important that you inform yourself of the treatments available and discuss all options with your GP before you make a decision.
Non-Surgical Treatments at Pure Health
Pure Health Clinics is committed to bringing our patients quality healthcare and the support necessary to live an energetic, fulfilling life. Our state-of-the-art services and award-winning medical providers work hard to ensure that every patient gets a personalized and customized treatment and experience. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals listen and guide you through your pain relief journey. Schedule your appointment today to experience the best care.
