Prolozone Injection Therapy
Prolozone Injection Therapy was developed by the founder of the American Academy of Ozone Therapy. It is the injection of a local anaesthetic, dextrose and ozone gas into a joint, ligament or tendon. It is used to increase stability and structural integrity of joints by promoting our bodies’ natural ability to heal wounds. It works by ‘tricking’ your body into increasing inflammation in the area for a short period of time to start the healing process again– which can result in long-lasting pain reduction and regeneration of the structural integrity of the tissue at the injection site.
What can Prolozone treat?
- Neck and Back pain
- Neck instability
- Acute injuries- sports
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Degenerative and arthritic joints, big and small.
- Fascial pain, including plantar fasciitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- TMJ pain
- Sciatica
- Tendonitis, such as Tennis Elbow
- Neuromas
- Pelvic & Groin Pain
- Chronic Post-Surgical Pain
- Non-Healing Fractures
- Painful Scars
What does “Prolozone” mean?
‘Prolo’ means to regenerate or rebuild and is actually a branch of regenerative medicine, which includes PRP Therapy. Generally when patients refer to prolotherapy, they are referring to the injection of a low-concentration solution of dextrose, which is a natural sugar. Ozone gas is added to this therapy as a complementary substance designed to enhance the effects of the dextrose injection while providing additional benefits on its own. Thus the name, Prolo-Ozone.
Can Prolotherapy and Ozone be injected separately?
Yes, after your consultation, the physician may suggest doing either Ozone or Prolotherapy injections on their own, depending on your individual needs.
How many injections of Prolozone do I need?
After your consultation, the physician will be able to advise you on the number of injections needed to meet your goals. However, on average, patients receive 6-8 injections spaced one month apart (eg. 6-8 month injection treatment).
Are there any pre-treatment recommendations?
For specific recommendations tailored to your needs, follow the physician’s and other healthcare providers instructions after your consultation. In general, you can follow these pre-treatment guidelines to maximize your results:
Refrain from using NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, celecoxib, mefenamic acid, etoricoxib, indomethacin and high-dose aspirin) at least 24 hours before your injection appointment. Eat a meal at least 2 hours prior to your appointment and drink plenty of water. Increase your intake of Vitamin C and leafy green vegetables at least 2 weeks prior to your injection appointment, if possible. Do not consume nicotine on the day of your injection and if you can, at least 5 days prior.
What should I expect after my Prolzone injection?
Right after injection, you may feel a ‘full/pressurized’ feeling in the joint. Refrain from mild, moderate or strenuous exercise of the area injection until 5 days after injection, at least. Use your discretion after this period to determine whether you are fit to exercise. The area will become more tender after the injection for approximately a week, due to the inflammatory response that this injection incites. This is a good sign! Do not take anti-inflammatories during this time. Rarely does inflammation persist for longer than one week, but in this case, let us know by contacting the clinic.
When will I start seeing the results of my Prolozone injection?
The process of Prolotherapy is highly individualized because its success encompasses many factors such as your injury type, current health & lifestyle, etc. The physician will provide guidelines on how to maximize your treatment with Prolozone. These guidelines are designed to maximize the benefits of this treatment and when followed closely, have shown to improve the efficacy of the treatment.
| Ages | 1-3 | 4-6 | 7-10 |
| 18-35 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 2-4 |
| 35-45 | 2-3 | 3-4 | 4-6 |
| 45-55 | 2-4 | 5-6 | 5-7 |
| 55-65 | 3-6 | 6-7 | 6-8 |
| 65-75 | 4-8 | 6-8 | 7-9 |
| 75 > | 8+ | 8+ | 9+ |
The following table is NOT a diagnostic tool and should not be used as such. It provides no clinical recommendations and your use of it is at your own discretion.