PROLOZONE

The search for safe and effective treatments for joint pain and musculoskeletal conditions led to the discovery of PROLOZONE.

Prolozone is a combination of Prolotherapy and medical O3. Coined by Dr. Frank Shallenberger in Nevada, he is considered the father of Prolozone after noticing faster and more effective results combining medical ozone with prolotherapy. Essentially, Prolotherapy uses dextrose, B vitamins, and procaine to ‘irritate’ the affected area by creating a mild inflammatory response to stimulate the body’s own healing mechanisms. Unlike steroids which suppress inflammation temporarily, Prolozone has the ability to resolve inflammation and resolve chronic pain. Steroids have potential complications with facilitating tissue damage, weakening tendons, cartilage and creating potential fat necrosis. Systemic effects of local injections of steroids include a rise in blood sugars, facial flushing and headaches.

For Prolozone, 4-6 treatments are generally required at a frequency of every 2-3 weeks, to booster the healing response. Though Prolotherapy and Prolozone are not covered by insurance, many feel the benefits outweigh the need for possible surgery or steroid injections.