Understanding Knee Pain

Knee pain can significantly impair your ability to engage in most daily activities, from getting out of bed, standing, walking, playing sports and your enjoyment of life.

Treatment Options for Knee Pain

At Johnson Medical Center, our goal is to provide a tailored, non-surgical solution that addresses the underlying causes of your knee pain while fostering long-term healing. Depending on your unique needs, your customized treatment plan may include one or more of the following options:

Medicinal Signaling Cells (MSC) and Regenerative Therapy for Knee Pain

Our regenerative therapies leverage your body’s natural healing potential to repair damaged tissues and reduce inflammation in the knee.

• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections:
  Utilizing advanced EmCyte technology, our PRP treatments deliver a concentrated dose of platelets and growth factors directly to the affected knee, accelerating tissue repair and reducing inflammation.
• Alpha-2-Macroglobulin (A2M) Injections:
  This innovative therapy uses your body’s natural protein to inhibit enzymes that break down cartilage. By protecting the knee joint, it helps reduce inflammation and promotes lasting pain relief.
• Hematopoietic Ozone Therapy:
  In this treatment, a small sample of your blood is drawn, enriched with a controlled dose of medical-grade ozone, and then reintroduced into your body. This process enhances oxygen delivery, stimulates immune modulation, and triggers natural repair mechanisms to support tissue regeneration in the knee.
• Stem Cell Therapies:
  We offer a range of stem cell options to further enhance your knee’s regenerative capabilities:
  – Adipose Stem Cells: Harvested from fat tissue, these cells help regenerate damaged tissues in the knee and reduce inflammation.
  – Bone Marrow Medicinal Signaling Cells: Sourced from your bone marrow, they support the repair of musculoskeletal injuries in the knee by stimulating new tissue growth.
  – Cellular Wharton Jelly: Derived from the umbilical cord, this therapy provides Medicinal Signaling Cells rich in regenerative and anti-inflammatory properties, aiding in knee tissue repair.
  – Purified Amniotic Fluid: Offers a concentrated source of growth factors and cytokines that support tissue regeneration and help reduce inflammation, accelerating healing in the knee.
  – Acellular Wharton Jelly: Provides the bioactive components of Wharton jelly without the cells, minimizing rejection risks while still delivering potent regenerative benefits for knee pain.

Physical Medicine Treatments for Knee Pain

• Rehabilitative Physical Therapy:
  Customized exercise programs and therapeutic interventions are designed to restore knee mobility, strengthen the muscles supporting the joint, and prevent future injuries.

• Chiropractic Manual Medicine:
  Hands-on techniques help correct joint misalignments and reduce inflammation in the knee, helping to relieve pain and restore function.

• Advanced Modalities:
  – Class 4 Laser Therapy: Stimulates tissue repair and provides rapid pain relief in the knee.
  – Knee Decompression bracing: Helps alleviate pressure on the knee joint, enhancing comfort and function.
  – Shockwave & Red Light Therapy: These treatments boost circulation and metabolism to accelerate the natural healing process within the knee.

Additional Supportive Therapies for Knee Pain

• IV Therapy:
  Boosts immune function and supports overall recovery, complementing other knee pain treatments.

• Nerve Block Injections:
  Targeted injections offer rapid, localized relief for nerve-related pain affecting the knee.

• Joint Injections:
  Delivered directly into the knee joint, these injections provide targeted relief by reducing inflammation, alleviating pain, and enhancing joint function to support long-term mobility.

• Diagnostic Technologies:
  Our center utilizes onsite digital x-ray facilities, thermography, and computerized range of motion testing to ensure a precise diagnosis and closely monitor treatment progress. Our affiliation with leading diagnostic facilities allows us to coordinate MRI, CT scans, and laboratory tests for a more thorough evaluation when needed.

Holistic Care for Knee Pain

Our holistic approach integrates functional medicine to address not only the physical symptoms but also the lifestyle factors that contribute to knee pain. We strive to offer alternatives to traditional pain management by emphasizing natural healing processes and long-term success.

Your Journey to Pain-Free Living

Since 1986, Johnson Medical Center has witnessed the transformative effects of our treatments. Whether you’re struggling with knee pain, osteoarthritis, or sports-related injuries, we’re dedicated to helping you regain your quality of life without resorting to invasive procedures or long-term medications. Let’s work together to overcome your knee pain and restore your vitality.

Patient Testimonials

“After tearing my ACL, I thought surgery was my only option. Thanks to the regenerative therapy at Johnson Medical Center, I’m back on the field, moving like it never even happened!”

 

“I was told I had ‘bone-on-bone’ arthritis and that surgery was my only option. Thank God I was referred to Johnson Medical Center. They took the time to examine me thoroughly, even taking x-rays to show me that I still had cartilage and other treatment options. After receiving A2M and stem cell injections along with their physical medicine therapy, I’m back to walking and playing sports without pain. I can’t believe surgeons told me I needed surgery! Thank you to the amazing doctors at Johnson Medical Center for giving me my life back!”

 

“The combination of physical therapy and regenerative injections for my meniscus tear was excellent. I regained my strength, mobility, and confidence in my knee.”

 

“My knee arthritis was unbearable, but the A2M treatments at Johnson Medical Center have significantly reduced my pain. I feel like I have my mobility—and my mojo—back!”

 

“I used to deal with constant knee popping and discomfort, but the holistic approach at Johnson Medical Center resolved it completely. I feel stronger and more stable than ever!”

FAQ’s

Regulatory Information

Johnson Medical Center is fully committed to complying with all Florida state and FDA regulations. Our MSC therapies are offered under approved protocols to ensure patient safety and regulatory adherence.

Before treatment, our patients receive detailed information about the investigational nature of MSC therapies, including potential risks and benefits, as required by Florida law. We are committed to ensuring you make an informed decision about your care.

Our umbilical cord-derived MSC therapies are processed in facilities that comply with FDA’s current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Florida state regulations, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality.

The mesenchymal signaling cell (MSC) therapies offered at Johnson Medical Center are investigational and not currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of arthritic joint conditions or soft tissue injuries. These therapies are provided under an FDA-approved clinical trial or expanded access program. Patients should be aware that experimental treatments carry risks, including infection or lack of efficacy, and should discuss these with their healthcare provider. To report any adverse events, please contact the FDA’s MedWatch program at www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-0178.

In compliance with Florida law, Johnson Medical Center informs patients that our mesenchymal signaling cell (MSC) therapies are not approved by the FDA for the treatment of arthritic joint conditions or soft tissue injuries. Our clinic is registered with the Florida Department of Health, lab adheres to FDA manufacturing standards, and undergoes annual state inspections. During the informed consent process, we provide detailed information about the investigational nature of these therapies, including potential risks and benefits.