Hip Pain & TreatmentS

TRADITIONAL TREATMENTS FOR HIP PAIN

There are different treatment options for hip pain, but it will depend on the exact cause of pain, the severity, and other aspects that Dr. Anwar will take into account.  Some of these more traditional pain treatments may be covered by insurance and can offer the benefit of temporary relief, but are not typically considered long term solutions.

• Cortisone injection- This injection, also called “corticosteroid,” is a type of steroid.  It will reduce the pain and inflammation for anywhere between 6 weeks to 6 months and while you may experience additional pain or swelling after the injection, that should resolve in 1-2 days.  Steroid injections can provide successful pain relief, though over time repetitive injections can cause damage to your tissue.

• Hyaluronic acid injection-  Also called viscosupplementation, this gel like injection of hyaluronic acid provides lubrication in the joint and will temporarily restore the natural function.  This substance provides cushioning that can last for 4-6 months and is less damaging to your tissue than steroids.  You may experience additional pain or swelling after the injection but that should resolve in 1-2 days.  Some products used include EUFLEXXA® - (1% Sodium Hyaluronate), Genvisc®850 5 regimen - Hyaluronic Acid, or Synvisc-One®  (hylan G-F 20)

• Consuming healthy fats can increase joint health and lubrication. Foods high in healthy fats include salmon, trout, mackerel, avocados, olive oil, almonds, walnuts, and chia seeds. The omega-3 fatty acids in these foods will assist in joint lubrication.

REGENERATIVE THERAPY FOR HIP PAIN

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) is thick organic plasma extracted from your own blood and Dr. Zaki Anwar can create yours with more than 30 active growth factors. The platelets repair the damaged tissue and blood vessels, speeding up the body's natural recovery process.

PRP therapy is a next-generation injection treatment commonly utilized to promote accelerated healing.

The function of stem cells is essential in the body as they can transform into any tissue type for your healing needs. For an injured or deteriorated hip, knee, or other joint, the stem cells obtained from umbilical cord, placental tissue, or amniotic fluid injected to the joint and surrounding area become healthy tissue such as cartilage.  Increases in the amount of cartilage between bones can be confirmed by X-ray and therefore diminishes the pain caused by arthritis. The science behind regenerative therapy is that adding a supply of stem cells to the affected area accelerates the body's ongoing natural repair.

At Chicago Stem Cell Therapy we ensure our patients have access to advanced stem cell treatment options for effective regeneration and repair. Stem cells from umbilical cord tissue or amniotic fluid are the minimally invasive, non-surgical approach you need for the results you deserve. It strives to treat or prevent injury and disease by naturally repairing, restoring, and regenerating damaged or diseased tissue. 

It is essential to recognize that every individual is unique, and so are their medical conditions and healing process. Although stem cell therapy is still considered experimental, there is no guarantee for other forms of treatment or surgery either.  After countless studies and research, regenerative therapies have shown extremely successful results for a variety of diagnoses.  It is also important to remember that it takes time to heal, so while some patients may feel near immediate relief, others many not feel the full effect for a few months.  Dr. Zaki Anwar has dedicated his career to the research and development of this ground breaking medicine and has incorporated it into his every day practice.