Prolozone® Therepy in Albuquerque, NM
Oxygen-Based Regenerative Injections for Joint and Tendon Pain
Regenerative medicine is a rapidly evolving field focused on repairing or regenerating damaged tissue to restore normal function, addressing the root cause of pain rather than just managing symptoms. Prolozone therapy® is one such approach: it uses oxygen, in the form of ozone, combined with procaine and vitamins, to stimulate regeneration in damaged or degenerated joints, ligaments, and tendons. “Prolozone” comes from the Latin “proli,” meaning to regenerate or rebuild, combined with ozone. Developed by Dr. Frank Shallenberger, the technique addresses insufficient circulation and oxygen delivery, a root physiological driver of chronic pain. Dr. Jay uses Prolozone® as part of an individualized regenerative medicine plan, most often for musculoskeletal and joint pain that hasn’t responded to conservative care.
What Is Prolozone® Therapy?
Prolozone® is a regenerative injection technique that combines procaine and vitamins with ozone to restore the elements that damaged tissue needs to heal: oxygen, nutrients, and circulation. When oxygen delivery to an injured area is insufficient, lactic acid accumulates and contributes to ongoing pain; Prolozone® addresses this directly by infusing the treatment area with the oxygen it’s been missing, supporting the body’s own tissue repair process.
What Are the Benefits of Prolozone® Therapy?
- Supports regenerative joint injections that restore circulation and oxygen to damaged tissue
- Offers a non-surgical joint pain treatment option for chronic neck, back, hip, and knee pain
- Provides tendon pain treatment and ligament injury treatment for conditions including tennis elbow, torn tendons, and rotator cuff injuries
- Addresses degenerated or herniated discs, whiplash, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain through the same oxygen-driven mechanism
- Supports recovery from carpal tunnel syndrome, heel spurs, and neuromas
- Requires fewer injections and less post-treatment discomfort than Prolotherapy, which relies on inflammation rather than oxygen to drive healing
- Supports cartilage regeneration in degenerated or arthritic knees and hips
Who Is This Treatment For?
Patients with chronic pain treatment needs related to degenerative or arthritic joints
Those with rotator cuff injuries, torn tendons, whiplash, or sports-related injuries
People managing sciatica, plantar fasciitis, TMJ-related pain, or carpal tunnel syndrome
Patients who want Prolozone injections as an alternative to surgery or long-term medication
Anyone who has tried Prolotherapy and wants a less painful, faster-recovery option
Evaluation
Your provider reviews your health history and the specific joint, ligament, or tendon involved to confirm that Prolozone® is an appropriate option for your presentation.
Injection
Procaine and vitamins are injected into the injured or degenerated area first, reducing pain and delivering nutrients essential to healing, followed by an infusion of ozone to restore oxygen to the tissue.
Treatment Course
Most patients require 3 to 5 treatments to achieve their desired results, with your provider adjusting the plan based on your response.
Follow-Up
Your provider monitors your progress as circulation and healing are reestablished in the treated area.
Why Choose Enhanced Wellness NM for Prolozone® Therapy?
Precision Joint-By-Joint Dosing
Dr. Jay determines the procaine, vitamin, and ozone concentration for each injection site individually, based on the specific joint, ligament, or tendon involved, not a single standard formula.
Oxygen, Not Inflammation
Prolozone® therapy works by restoring oxygen delivery to the damaged tissue itself, a fundamentally different mechanism than PEMF’s electromagnetic stimulation or ONDAMED’s biofeedback-guided pulses.
Fewer Sessions Than Prolotherapy
Because ozone drives the healing response directly, most patients need only 3 to 5 treatments, compared to the more numerous sessions Prolotherapy typically requires.
A Step Before Surgery, Not After It Fails
Prolozone® is positioned as a non-surgical option to try before invasive procedures, not a last resort after other treatments haven’t worked.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who benefits from Prolozone® therapy?
Patients with chronic joint, ligament, or tendon pain, including arthritis, rotator cuff injuries, and sports injuries, may benefit. A consultation confirms candidacy for your specific presentation.
How does Prolozone® therapy work?
Procaine and vitamins reduce pain and deliver healing nutrients to the injured area, followed by an ozone infusion that restores oxygen and supports tissue regeneration.
What does a session feel like?
Most patients experience immediate improvement with minimal discomfort during the injection itself, unlike Prolotherapy, which can cause lingering soreness.
How many sessions are needed?
Most patients require 3 to 5 treatments to achieve their desired results. Your provider outlines a specific plan based on your presentation during your evaluation.
Are there contraindications for Prolozone® therapy?
Certain health conditions may require modification of this therapy. Your provider reviews your full health history before recommending a protocol.
How much does Prolozone® therapy cost?
Cost depends on your protocol and whether it’s part of a broader treatment plan. Your provider can review pricing during your consultation.
Give Damaged Tissue What It's Missing
Chronic joint and tendon pain often comes down to one thing: not enough oxygen reaching the tissue that needs to heal. Request a Prolozone® consultation at Enhanced Wellness NM today.
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