Prolotherapy

 Prolotherapy: the stimulation of wound repair process by the injection of proliferating solutions into ligaments, tendons and joints.

Prolotherapy solutions include: hypertonic sclerosing solutions=12-18% dextrose, 10% calcium gluconate

Prolotherapy References

• Linetsky FS. PositionPaper: Regenerative injection therapy (RIT) effectiveness and appropriate usage. The Florida Academy of Pain Medicine. May 24, 2001. see www.aaomed.org 
• Liu YK. Connective Tissue Res. 1983;11:95-102.
• Ongley M. Lancet. 1987;2:143-146.