Dextrose-based injections are a category of regenerative injections that use a simple sugar solution to stimulate the body’s natural healing response. They are a gentle, non-invasive, and natural approach to treating musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions. These therapies are a core part of our nonsurgical pain solutions.
Prolotherapy (proliferative therapy) involves injecting a dextrose solution into damaged ligaments, tendons, or joints. The solution creates a mild inflammatory response that triggers the body’s natural healing cascade, stimulating the growth of new connective tissue and strengthening weakened structures. Prolotherapy is effective for chronic joint instability, ligament laxity, and degenerative joint conditions.
Trigger point injections target specific knots of muscle tension (myofascial trigger points) that cause localized or referred pain. A dextrose solution is injected directly into the trigger point to release the muscle spasm, reduce pain, and restore normal muscle function. This therapy is often combined with dry needling and manual therapy for comprehensive relief.
Nerve hydrodissection is an ultrasound-guided injection technique used to free entrapped or compressed peripheral nerves. A solution is carefully injected around the affected nerve under real-time imaging to separate it from surrounding tissues, adhesions, or scar tissue that may be causing pain, numbness, or tingling. This technique restores normal nerve gliding and reduces nerve-related pain without surgery.
Perineural injection therapy uses a dilute dextrose solution injected along superficial nerves that are inflamed or irritated. This therapy calms neurogenic inflammation — a key driver of chronic pain — by restoring normal nerve function. PIT is particularly effective for nerve-related pain that hasn’t responded to other treatments.
Dextrose-based therapies can be used individually or combined with other orthobiologic treatments like PRP, A2M, or BMAC for more comprehensive treatment. Musculoskeletal ultrasound is used to guide injections for precision. Dr. Romero and Dr. Coon will assess your condition and recommend the best approach for your specific needs.
Shockwave therapy can also be paired with dextrose injections to enhance tissue receptivity and improve outcomes. Dr. Kendall Stewart provides sports rehabilitation alongside injection treatments.
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