Surgery-free, Drug-free Treatment Options for Chronic Knee Pain

Millions of adults in the United States experience chronic knee pain that affects their quality of life. Traditional treatments often involve surgical interventions or long-term use of pain medications.

But our pain management specialists at NYC Pain MD in Queens and Manhattan offer alternative treatments for chronic pain conditions, including knee pain. Our comprehensive treatment approach includes advanced surgery-free, drug-free, regenerative medicine treatments that harness the body's innate ability to heal and regenerate.

Read more from our NYC Pain MD team about the benefits of our minimally invasive treatments for chronic joint pain.

Regenerative medicine basics

Regenerative medicine is a branch of medical science focused on replacing, regenerating, or repairing human cells, tissues, or organs to restore or establish normal function.

For chronic knee pain, regenerative medicine aims to repair and restore damaged joint tissue by boosting your body’s ability to heal itself. This action reduces pain and improves function without surgery or continuous medication.

Although the science behind regenerative medicine for joint pain is complex, the in-office treatments we offer at NYC Pain MD are minimally invasive, delivered via injection, and well-tolerated by most of our patients.  

Regenerative treatments for chronic knee pain

The advanced regenerative therapies we offer as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for chronic knee pain include:

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections

Platelets are small components found in the blood that play a vital role in healing by releasing growth factors that promote tissue repair.

PRP therapy involves drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets, and injecting it into the affected knee. This concentration of growth factors can accelerate the body's natural healing process.

Stem cell therapy

Stem cells have the unique ability to develop into various cell types and regenerate damaged tissue.

Stem cell therapy at NYC Pain MD is a two-part process. First, you receive an injection of medication that moves stem cells from bone marrow to the bloodstream for easier extraction. About a week later, you return to the office for a blood draw to harvest the stem cells.

Once prepped, the stem cells are injected into the targeted knee joint, going to work over the next several weeks to promote tissue regeneration.

Hyaluronic acid injections

Hyaluronic acid is a thick, gel-like substance that occurs naturally in joint (synovial) fluid, acting as a shock absorber and lubricant to reduce friction during movement.

To help with chronic knee pain, we may recommend hyaluronic acid injections (viscosupplementation) to replenish depleted levels, potentially providing pain relief and improved movement.

Advantages of regenerative treatments

The benefits of regenerative treatments include their minimally invasive nature and natural approach to solving chronic knee pain.

By leveraging the body's own healing mechanisms, these treatments aim to alleviate pain and holistically improve knee function, providing alternatives to surgery and long-term drug use for chronic knee pain.

Because we obtain the materials for PRP and stem cell therapy from your body, allergic reactions and other adverse effects are extremely rare (essentially nonexistent).  

Schedule an evaluation at NYC Pain MD today. Call one of our New York City offices or request an appointment online. We’re located in the financial district of Manhattan and in Elmhurst, Queens.