Shoulder, Knee, and Hip Pain Treatment in Albuquerque, NM
What Are Shoulder, Knee, and Hip Pain?
Shoulder, knee, and hip pain reflects stress or damage to some of the body’s largest and most frequently used joints, often affecting mobility, sleep, and daily activity, especially with repetitive motion or age. Pain can stem from the joint itself, the surrounding soft tissue, or a combination of both. At Enhanced Wellness NM in Albuquerque, we offer shoulder pain treatment, knee pain treatment, and hip pain treatment built around which joint is affected and what’s driving your specific pattern before recommending a plan.
What Causes Shoulder, Knee, and Hip Pain?
Pain in these joints typically develops from a combination of the following.
Cartilage or Tissue Wear
Repetitive use or age-related changes can wear down the cushioning tissue within the joint.
Prior Injury
Old sprains, tears, or trauma can leave a joint less stable and more prone to recurring pain.
Chronic Low-Grade Inflammation
Ongoing inflammation in or around the joint can accelerate wear and prolong discomfort.
Reduced Circulation
Adequate blood flow supports the joint’s ability to repair tissue and manage inflammation.
Biomechanical Strain
Posture, movement patterns, or compensations from another joint can place extra stress on the shoulder, knee, or hip.
What Body Systems Do We Evaluate?
- Joint structure and range of motion
- Inflammatory activity, locally and systemically
- Circulation to the affected joint
- Surrounding muscle and soft tissue function
Appropriate Testing for Shoulder, Knee, and Hip Pain
Functional and range-of-motion assessment of the affected joint
Pain-pattern evaluation, including movements or activities that worsen symptoms
Review of prior imaging, when available
Review of your health history and prior injuries relevant to treatment candidacy
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Concentrates your own platelets to encourage healing in the joint, often considered for knee pain and other joint-specific wear.
Prolozone®
An injection therapy that combines ozone with a dextrose solution to support ligament and joint tissue repair, particularly where joint instability is a factor.
Biological Allografts
May be used to support tissue repair in more significantly damaged joints, as part of a broader regenerative joint therapy approach.
Peptides
Certain peptides may support tissue repair and help calm inflammation contributing to shoulder, knee, or hip pain.
°CRYO Wave Performance™ Recovery
Contrast therapy that alternates cold at -4°F and heat at +114°F, helping calm inflammation and support blood flow to the joint as it heals.
TheraLight 360+®
Uses red and near-infrared light therapy to support mitochondrial energy production in joint tissue, contributing to a non-surgical approach to joint pain treatment. VEMI BioSynchronizer Combines vibroacoustic sound and vibration, electromagnetic fields, and infrared heat to support circulation and relaxation in and around the affected joint.
PEMF and ONDAMED
PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy supports cellular energy and circulation in joint tissue. ONDAMED is a distinct, targeted PEMF biofeedback device that reads and responds to the body’s pulse signals to guide a more individualized session.
Acupuncture
May help support pain regulation and circulation around the affected joint as part of a coordinated plan.
Physical Therapy Coordination
When strengthening, mobility work, or movement retraining would support your recovery, we coordinate with physical therapy as part of your overall plan.
What Your First Visit Involves
A conversation about which joint is affected, how pain shows up during daily activity, and what improved mobility would mean for you.
A comprehensive evaluation of your joint function, range of motion, and health history.
A tailored treatment plan combining joint-specific care with physical therapy coordination when relevant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who may benefit from shoulder, knee, or hip pain treatment?
Anyone experiencing persistent pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility in the shoulder, knee, or hip may benefit from an assessment, whether the cause is joint wear, prior injury, or ongoing inflammation.
How does treatment for shoulder, knee, or hip pain work?
Treatment addresses the affected joint directly through regenerative and supportive options and may include coordination of physical therapy, rather than relying on any single device or injection.
What does a session feel like?
PRP and Prolozone® are injection-based and performed with local comfort measures. °CRYO Wave Performance™ Recovery, VEMI, PEMF, ONDAMED, and acupuncture are generally well tolerated, and your provider will explain what each session involves before starting.
How often is treatment recommended?
Injection-based options are typically spaced several weeks apart to allow tissue to respond. Supportive therapies like PEMF, ONDAMED, or acupuncture are often used in a series or on an ongoing basis, depending on your goals.
What results can I expect?
Most patients notice reduced pain and improved mobility over the course of treatment, though the timeline depends on the joint involved and the extent of wear or damage.
Can these options be combined?
Yes. Many patients combine a regenerative option, such as PRP or Prolozone®, with supportive therapies, such as PEMF or °CRYO Wave Performance™ Recovery, since each addresses a different aspect of joint health.
Are there any contraindications?
Certain medications, active infections, and some medical conditions can affect candidacy for injection-based options. Your provider will review your history first.
How much does treatment cost?
Cost depends on which options and how many joints or sessions are included in your plan. We’ll go over exact pricing once your treatment plan is set.
What is the next step?
Request a consultation so we can assess your joint pain and build a coordinated plan around your goals.
Ready to Address Shoulder, Knee, and Hip Pain?
Request a new patient consultation with Enhanced Wellness NM, and we’ll assess your affected joint and any contributing factors together before mapping out a plan specific to your goals.
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Have questions or are you ready to get started?
Call us at (505) 323 – 8100 to schedule your consultation. Our team will review your history, current concerns, and available options so you can make an informed decision about where to begin.