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Prolotherapy Be Pain – Free!
What is It?
Prolotherapy, which is the short name for “Proliferative Injection Therapy” is a treatment for relieving pain by helping the body repair injured joints, tendons, ligaments, and muscles.
What is Involved?
An initial office visit is completed with the physician to obtain pertinent information about your medical history and a physical examination. You are then informed about the specific benefits, risks and anticipated outcomes of prolotherapy as it pertains to you. The injection itself only takes 5 minutes.
Tell Me More
The injection consists of an anti-inflammatory medication (kenalog), vitamin B12, and a pain medication (buffered procaine and/or lidocaine), The injection is usually minimally uncomfortable. You may continue with your normal activities immediately after the treatment.
How Come I’ve Never Heard of This?
Prolotherapy has been around since 1830. It was first used for medical purposes by the Germans to help repair hernias. Large numbers of patients started to be treated in the US by Drs. Hackett and Hemwall in the 1950′s. Increasingly, more patients are obtaining relief through the hands of physicians trained in the technique.
Who’s Eligible?
Anyone suffering from pain!
Is not allergic to local anesthetics including procaine and lidocaine.
Does not have any problems with uncontrolled bleeding.
Does not have an active infection with fever and chills.
What Does It Cost?
The injections are only $30 per injection.
How Many Injections Can I Get?
Many people obtain significant pain relief after the first injection. Those with more severe injuries or conditions may require a second injection. Subsequent injections are usually given a week apart and may occur weekly for 2-6 weeks.
How Do I Get Started?
Call 1-888-338-WELL (9355) for an appointment with Dr. Camille Dillard.
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Tell Me About Dr. Dillard
Camille Dillard, D.O, MPH is a Board Certified Family Physician, Board Eligible in Preventive Medicine, who also practices Osteopathic Manual Medicine; using her hands to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders. Dr. Dillard is a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has completed training in prolotherapy and has performed joint, tendon and soft tissue injections over ten years. In addition, she focuses on using nutrition to help patients obtain their optimum level of health.
She works in conjunction with the chiropractors, licensed massage therapists, licensed acupuncturist and psychologist to provide comprehensive care for her patients .