Treatment for Knee Injuries in Dothan, AL

In the United States, knee pain is one of the leading causes of disability. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 25% of adults report experiencing knee pain within the past month. The prevalence of knee pain increases with age, with older adults being more likely to experience chronic knee pain. Over 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain with knee pain being the second most common cause of severe discomfort. Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of chronic knee pain, which is a degenerative joint disease that occurs because of wear and tear on the joints.

Chronic knee pain can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. The pain can make it difficult to perform daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and bending down. It can also lead to sleep disturbances and depression and may limit a person’s ability to work or engage in physical activities. Knee replacement surgery is an option for many patients, but the invasive nature of surgery makes it highly risky, and recovery can take anywhere from 3 months to a year. Having to be dependent on taking regular medication is also not an attractive option for most people.

Regenerative Medicine of Alabama presents a non-surgical approach to help knee conditions for patients that cannot or do not want surgery. This begins with a detailed consultation and medical history with our physician, followed by a thorough examination and X-rays to determine the amount of joint damage and what type of treatment would provide the best chance of improvement.

We offer a variety of advanced therapies in the treatment of chronic pain which includes: