Are your joints protesting every move you make? Whether it’s creaking knees, stiff shoulders, or aching hips, persistent joint pain can make even the simplest tasks feel like a chore.
At RVA Regenerative Wellness, Jennylle Zanzi, FNP-C, and the team offer a personalized approach to treating joint pain. We specialize in providing innovative treatments to reduce discomfort, speed healing, and enhance your overall well-being, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections.
Let’s take a look at some common causes of chronic joint pain, and learn what you can do to find relief.
While joint pain can develop virtually anywhere in your body, it occurs most often in the hips, knees, hands, feet, and spine. The pain and stiffness may be intermittent or constantly there, limiting your ability to participate in daily activities.
The symptoms that accompany joint pain can provide valuable clues about the underlying cause. You may experience the following alongside your joint pain:
Sore, aching joints can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from overuse or injury to a more serious medical condition. Here’s what could be behind your joint pain:
Over 53 million Americans live with arthritis, a broad term that encompasses several conditions characterized by inflammation of the joints.
For example, osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition that occurs when the cartilage between joints breaks down, while rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes your immune system to attack the joint tissue.
Repetitive motions or excessive stress on joints can cause inflammation and pain. Athletes who participate in sports that impact the joints, such as tennis, basketball, or running, may experience overuse injuries like tendonitis or bursitis. Sprains, strains, fractures, and dislocations can also contribute to chronic joint pain.
Nerve damage can lead to joint pain, numbness, and weakness. Diabetic neuropathy is a condition that occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the nerves in the feet and legs, causing pain, tingling, and numbness.
Most types of joint pain respond well to conservative treatment methods, such as modifying your activities, immobilizing the joint, or participating in a physical therapy program. Over-the-counter pain relievers can also alleviate discomfort and reduce inflammation. However, persistent pain may require more advanced treatments.
At RVA Regenerative Wellness, we offer PRP injections as a cutting-edge treatment for chronic joint pain. PRP harnesses the body’s natural healing capabilities by injecting concentrated platelets into the affected joint, promoting tissue regeneration and reducing inflammation.
PRP helps injured tissues within the joint heal, including ligaments, cartilage, and bone. This is especially beneficial for severe joint injuries or injury to tissues with limited blood supply, such as cartilage.
For more complex cases, we may combine PRP with UltraMint, our proprietary extracellular matrix. UltraMint contains a potent blend of growth factors, peptides, and hyaluronic acid that can further enhance your treatment outcomes.
Tired of joint pain getting in the way of your active lifestyle? Call or click to schedule a consultation with the experts at RVA Regenerative Wellness in Midlothian, Virginia today.
