Knee Pain
The Top 5 Causes of Knee Pain are:
Osteoarthritis: Wear-and-tear degeneration of cartilage, leading to joint pain and stiffness, especially in older adults.
Meniscal Tears: Tears in the knee's cartilage (meniscus) from injury or overuse, causing pain, swelling, and limited movement.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Pain around the kneecap due to overuse, misalignment, or improper tracking of the patella, often seen in athletes.
Tendinitis: Inflammation of tendons (e.g., patellar tendinitis) from repetitive stress or overuse, causing pain during movement.
Ligament Injuries: Sprains or tears in ligaments like the ACL or MCL, often from sports or trauma, leading to instability and pain.
At Regenerative Therapy we focus on knee pain due to osteoarthritis.
PEMF and Hako-Med Therapy for Knee Pain: A Comprehensive Approach
Knee pain, stemming from arthritis or the discomforting "bone-on-bone" sensation, significantly restricts mobility and diminishes the quality of life. While numerous therapeutic interventions exist, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy and Hako-Med therapy have been gaining traction as innovative, non-invasive solutions to these knee problems. This page sheds light on how these therapies could be the turning point in your journey to alleviated knee pain.
PEMF Therapy
(Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy)
Understanding PEMF Therapy
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What is PEMF? PEMF, or Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy, leverages electromagnetic fields to boost the body's innate healing mechanisms. These fields, deeply penetrating tissues, influence cellular behavior and promote enhanced cellular functions.
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Benefits for Knee Pain Due to Arthritis:
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Anti-inflammatory Effects: One major contributor to arthritic pain is inflammation. PEMF reduces inflammation, providing relief from the pain and swelling often seen in arthritis.
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Cartilage Health: By promoting cellular function, PEMF might support the maintenance and possibly even regeneration of knee cartilage, a crucial buffer that deteriorates in arthritis.
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Benefits for Bone-on-Bone Knee Pain:
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Pain Relief: PEMF therapy can modulate pain signals, offering relief from the intense discomfort of bone-on-bone contact.
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Improved Circulation: Enhanced blood flow to the affected area can potentially aid in tissue repair and health, offering a respite from some of the discomforts associated with knee deterioration.
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Cartilage Health: By promoting cellular function, PEMF might support the maintenance and possibly even regeneration of knee cartilage, a crucial buffer that deteriorates in arthritis.
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Curious about the evidence behind our therapies? Click below to explore peer-reviewed studies supporting PEMF and Hako-Med.
The Hako-Med Regenerator
Physician-Assisted Home Therapy Device
The Hako-Med PROElecDT
The device we use in our office
Understanding Hako-Med Therapy
What is Hako-Med? Hako-Med therapy represents the forefront of bioelectric medicine. It administers specific frequencies to the body, stimulating its natural healing processes.
Benefits for Knee Pain Due to Arthritis:
Neural Modulation: Hako-Med can modulate nerve signals, leading to pain reduction — a boon for those battling arthritis.
Tissue Healing: By influencing cellular activity, Hako-Med might promote tissue repair, essential for treating the root cause of arthritic pain.
Benefits for Bone-on-Bone Knee Pain:
Enhanced Cellular Activity: By bolstering cellular functions, Hako-Med therapy may support the health and vitality of knee tissues, providing some relief from the distress of bone-on-bone pain.
Targeted Pain Management: Through nerve signal modulation, Hako-Med offers targeted relief from the specific pain associated with severe joint degeneration.
Additional Notes:
Hako-Med Horizontal Therapy is described as a unique electrotherapy that simultaneously targets bioelectrical (e.g., nerve stimulation) and biochemical (e.g., enzyme release for tissue repair) processes, unlike traditional electrotherapies like TENS or interferential therapy.
The therapy is noted for its ability to reduce pain, swelling, and stiffness in OA, particularly knee OA, by improving circulation, lymphatic flow, and cellular repair mechanisms.
No studies reported significant adverse effects, and HT is highlighted as a non-invasive, non-pharmacological option for OA management.
The 2005 study’s long-term follow-up data (up to one year) is particularly notable, as it suggests sustained benefits, which is rare among non-surgical OA treatments.
Conclusion
PEMF and Hako-Med therapies, either individually or in combination, can offer a new dimension of relief for those plagued by knee pain due to arthritis or bone-on-bone discomfort. It's crucial to remember that these therapies are part of a broader spectrum of interventions and should be approached in consultation with healthcare professionals versed in their nuances.
Disclaimer: Results may vary.
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