Tendon and Ligament Injury Treatment in Albuquerque, NM
What Are Tendon and Ligament Injuries?
Tendon and ligament injuries involve damage to the connective tissue that stabilizes joints and connects muscle to bone, ranging from minor strains to significant tears. They’re common after sports activity, repetitive movement, or a sudden injury, and healing can be slow because these tissues have limited blood flow. At Enhanced Wellness NM in Albuquerque, we offer tendon and ligament injury treatment built around the severity and location of your injury before recommending a plan.
What Causes Tendon and Ligament Injuries?
Tendon and ligament injuries typically develop from a combination of the following.
Acute Trauma
A sudden twist, impact, or overstretch can tear or strain tendon or ligament fibers.
Repetitive Strain
Overuse from sports or repetitive movement can wear down tissue faster than it can repair itself.
Poor Circulation
Tendons and ligaments have limited blood supply compared to muscle, which is part of why they heal more slowly.
Chronic Low-Grade Inflammation
Ongoing inflammation can weaken tissue and delay recovery.
Prior Injury
A previous tear or strain can leave the area less stable and more prone to reinjury.
What Body Systems Do We Evaluate?
- Tendon and ligament structure and integrity
- Circulation to the injured area
- Inflammatory activity, locally and systemically
- Joint stability and surrounding muscle function
Appropriate Testing for Tendon and Ligament Injuries
Functional and stability assessment of the affected area
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)
Uses your own concentrated platelets to jump-start repair in tendon and ligament tissue, which naturally heals slowly due to limited blood supply. This is a key reason PRP tendon treatment is often considered for these injuries.
Prolozone®
An injection therapy that combines ozone with a dextrose solution to support ligament and tendon tissue repair, particularly where instability is a factor.
Peptides (Including BPC-157/TB-500 When Appropriate)
Certain peptides, including BPC-157 and TB-500 when clinically appropriate, may support tissue repair as part of a regenerative injury treatment plan.
Biological Allografts
May be used to support tissue repair in more significantly damaged tendons or ligaments, as part of a broader regenerative approach.
TheraLight 360+®
Uses red and near-infrared light therapy to support mitochondrial energy production in injured tissue, contributing to a tendon repair treatment approach.
°CRYO Wave Performance™ Recovery
Contrast therapy that alternates between cold at -4°F and heat at +114°F, supporting circulation to tissues that otherwise receive limited blood flow.
VEMI BioSynchronizer
Combines vibroacoustic sound and vibration, electromagnetic fields, and infrared heat to support circulation and relaxation in and around the injured area.
PEMF and ONDAMED
PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy supports cellular energy and circulation in injured 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 injured area as part of a coordinated plan.
What Your First Visit Involves
A conversation about how the injury happened, how it’s affecting you day-to-day, and what recovery would look like for you.
A comprehensive evaluation of the affected tendon or ligament, joint stability, and health history.
A tailored treatment plan combining regenerative and supportive options based on the severity and location of your injury.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who may benefit from tendon and ligament injury treatment?
Anyone recovering from a sports ligament injury, a tendon strain, or a slow-healing tear may benefit from an assessment, whether the injury is recent or long-standing.
How does treatment for tendon and ligament injuries work?
Treatment supports the body’s own repair process directly through regenerative and supportive options, rather than relying on a single injection or device.
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 stability over the course of tendon pain treatment, though healing timelines vary depending on the severity and location of the injury.
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 tissue healing.
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 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 injury and develop a coordinated plan aligned with your goals.
Ready to Address Your Tendon and Ligament Injury?
Request a new patient consultation with Enhanced Wellness NM, and we’ll assess your injury and any contributing factors together before mapping out a plan specific to your goals.
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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.