Knee Arthritis Treatment

Knee steroid injections involve administration of medicine through a needle into your knee to relieve pain and inflammation. Cortisol is a hormone that is naturally produced in the human body and functions to reduce stress and inflammation. Steroids are synthetic drugs that resemble cortisol and are used in treating joint pain.

Viscosupplementation refers to the injection of a hyaluronan preparation into the joint. Hyaluronan is a natural substance present in the joint fluid that assists in lubrication. It allows the smooth movement of the cartilage-covered articulating surfaces of the joint.

iovera is a drug free, short term focused pain treatment that uses your body’s natural response to cold to reduce pain instantly by temporarily blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain. Of note, iovera does not cure the underlying cause of pain, but provides immediate pain relief.

Zilretta is a steroid medication with anti-inflammatory properties that may be injected into areas of the body such as the joints to relieve pain and swelling. It is fast-acting and more effective than oral anti-inflammatory medications, which can sometimes cause stomach upset.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections for the knee are a minimally invasive treatment designed to reduce pain, improve joint function, and potentially promote healing in knee injuries or degenerative conditions. This therapy uses the patient’s own blood, which is processed to concentrate platelets, growth factors...

Stem cell therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that utilizes the body’s natural healing mechanism to treat various conditions. Stem cells are being used in regenerative medicine to renew and repair diseased or damaged tissues, and have shown promising results in treatments of various orthopedic, cardiovascular...