Joint pain can make the simplest daily activities feel like a mountain to climb. Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury or chronic wear and tear, finding relief is your top priority. If you're tired of living with constant discomfort, you might be looking for nonsurgical options to help your body heal naturally.
At Phoenix Orthopedic Group in Scottsdale, Arizona, Robert A. Mileski, MD, offers innovative solutions for chronic joint pain. We combine surgical expertise with regenerative therapies to help you find lasting relief. Our goal is to restore your mobility and get you back to the activities you love.
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a regenerative treatment that uses your own blood to accelerate healing. We draw a small sample of your blood, spin it in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, and inject it directly into the injured area. This process is quick, minimally invasive, and performed right here in our office.
These concentrated platelets release growth factors that reduce inflammation and stimulate tissue repair. It is a highly effective, nonsurgical option for managing chronic knee pain and other joint issues. By boosting your body's natural healing response, we can target pain at its source.
PRP therapy works best for mild-to-moderate joint wear, particularly in the knees. Research from the Mayo Clinic shows that patients with knee osteoarthritis have a 60% to 70% chance of experiencing at least a 50% improvement in pain and function for up to a year after treatment. This makes it an excellent option for active adults.
Additionally, choosing PRP early can help you delay or completely avoid major surgery. A study published in Biomedical Research and Therapy found that only 2.2% of patients treated with PRP eventually required a total knee replacement, compared to 5.9% of those treated with corticosteroid injections. This highlights the long-term protective benefits of regenerative care.
While PRP is an excellent tool, it is not a cure-all for every type of joint issue. For example, clinical guidelines from the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy advise against using PRP injections as a first-line treatment for adults with rotator cuff tendinopathy, which causes chronic shoulder pain. In these cases, physical therapy or other conservative measures are usually preferred first.
For complex issues like a complete rotator cuff tear, we typically recommend other specialized treatments. Dr. Mileski will thoroughly evaluate your joint to determine if PRP or another therapy is the right path for your recovery. We tailor every treatment plan to your unique needs and lifestyle.
You don't have to let joint pain dictate your lifestyle. If you're ready to explore how regenerative medicine can help you move freely again, call our office at 602-277-1558 or use online booking to schedule a consultation today. We are here to support you on your journey to recovery.
