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Typesof Prolotherapy
All the various types of Prolotherapy seek to normalize the physiology in
injured tissues toward regeneration and renewal. There are many types of
Prolotherapy including Hackett-Hemwall, Subcutaneous, Platelet Rich
Plasma, Prolozone and Stem Cell Prolotherapy using either bone marrow
or adipose (fat) tissue
hAckett-hemwAll prOlOtherApy (dextrOse)
Hackett-Hemwall Prolotherapy is a type of Prolotherapy that incorporates
the teaching and techniques of George S. Hackett, MD and Gustav A.
Hemwall, MD.87 This technique typically utilizes an inflammatory
concentration of hypertonic dextrose of 12.5 to 25%.87, 88 The injections
are given into and around the entire painful or injured area. The emphasis is
on treating all tender areas and resolving joint instability by treating
ligaments and other joint stabilizing structures. Most treatments are given
every four to six weeks to allow time for growth of the new connective
tissues. The average person requires three to six visits total