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Aldora Injury & Wellness in Edmonds offers prolotherapy, a regenerative injection therapy designed to support the body’s natural healing response. Under the experienced care of Dr. Viv Khanduri, DNP, FNP-BC, our clinic provides clear, evidence-informed guidance for individuals seeking safe, non-surgical options for joint and soft-tissue pain.
What Is Prolotherapy?
Prolotherapy is an injection-based treatment that uses a mild irritant solution, most commonly dextrose, to stimulate the body’s natural healing response.
The goal is to:
- Encourage tissue repair
- Strengthen ligaments and tendons
- Improve joint stability
- Reduce chronic pain
Because prolotherapy aims to activate the body’s natural healing pathways, improvements are typically gradual and vary from person to person.
Who May Benefit from Prolotherapy?
Prolotherapy may be considered if you experience:
- Chronic joint pain (knees, shoulders, hips, ankles, elbows)
- Tendon or ligament injuries
- Mild to moderate osteoarthritis
- Joint instability or repetitive strain injuries
- Pain not improving with rest, physical therapy, or medication
- A desire to delay or avoid surgery
Patients with severe degenerative disease or health factors that impair healing may not respond as well.
How the Procedure Works
- Evaluation: Your provider reviews your medical history, symptoms, and any imaging to determine if prolotherapy is appropriate.
- Injection Sessions: A series of precise injections is delivered into ligaments, tendons, or around the joint. Many patients require 3–6 sessions for best results.
- Recovery: Mild soreness or stiffness for a few days is common. This is typically part of the healing response.
- Combined Care: Prolotherapy works best when paired with physical therapy, strengthening exercises, and lifestyle guidance.
Benefits & Limitations
Potential Benefits
- May improve joint stability
- Can reduce chronic pain over time
- Helps strengthen ligaments and tendons
- Minimally invasive and non-surgical
- Promotes natural healing
Limitations & Considerations
- Results vary and are not guaranteed
- Multiple sessions are usually required
- Temporary soreness or swelling can occur
- Often not covered by insurance
- Best suited for mild to moderate, not severe, degeneration
Why Choose Aldora Injury & Wellness?
- Qualified Provider: Treatment is performed by Dr. Viv Khanduri, DNP, FNP-BC, an experienced integrative medicine practitioner.
- Evidence-Informed Approach: We provide realistic expectations, balancing potential benefits with known limitations.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Prolotherapy is combined with rehab, strengthening, and lifestyle recommendations.
- Holistic, Patient-Centered Care: You receive a full evaluation and follow-up to monitor progress.
- Transparent Communication: We explain the science, process, and expected outcomes clearly—no false promises.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does prolotherapy work for everyone?
No. Some patients see significant improvement, while others may experience only mild changes. Results depend on the condition and healing response.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients need 3–6 sessions spaced over several weeks. Your provider will advise based on your progress.
Is prolotherapy painful?
You may feel brief discomfort during the injection and mild soreness afterward. Serious side effects are rare.
When can I return to normal activity?
Most patients resume daily activities quickly, but high-intensity exercise should be avoided for a few days.
Is it covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans classify prolotherapy as “alternative” so coverage is limited.
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