Neural Prolotherapy

Neural Prolotherapy (aka Lyftogt Technique)

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There are few pain treatment modalities that are as effective as Neural Prolotherapy (NPT). A relatively recent discovery by Dr. John Lyftogt of Christ Church, New Zealand this technique offers quick and effective pain relief to thousands of Americans who are suffering from chronic pain.

This technique is based on the theory that superficial nerves are the basis of chronic pain after injury or overuse. These superficial nerves that run just under the skin are the cause of chronic pain and dysfunction. By using a weak Dextrose solution injected under the skin over and around painful and tender areas, the dextrose actually heals the nerve dysfunction that perpetuates the sensation of chronic pain. This then allows the connective tissue around the nerves to heal stopping the cascade of inflammatory and pain messages continuously being outputted.

Patients will note immediate relief of pain without anesthetics and increased range of motion. Patients are treated for all trigger points and pain points before leaving the office. Follow-up ranges from 1 week to 2 months depending on the extent of the injury and chronicity of the pain. Neural Prolotherapy usually precludes the need to further treat underlying structures in the case of fibromyalgia, tendonitis, neuritis, neuralgia etc. In the case of joint or tendon hypermobilization or tears, often Biopuncture or Traditional Prolotherapy will be done in conjunction to full resolution of the underlying cause of the pain.

The science of neural prolotherapy was discussed in a 2011 journal article found in the Journal of Prolotherapy. Dr. Wang has personally trained with Dr. John Lyftogt and, Dr. Liza Maniquiz-Smigel to learn the art and science of this innovative therapy.

Things We Treat

  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Trigger points
  • TMJ
  • Carpal Tunnel sydrome
  • Bursitis
  • Tendonitis
  • Surgical Scar Restrictions
  • Sports Injuries-chronic & acute
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Neuralgias, Neuritis
  • Nerve entrapment
  • Nerve Pain
  • Diabetic Neuropathy
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Frequent Headaches & Migraines
  • Sprains and Strains
  • RSD (reflex sympathetic dystrophy)
  • Swelling and tenderness
  • Sciatica
  • Back pain
  • Bell’s palsy
  • Pseudogout
  • Bunions
  • Chronic edema
  • Torticollis (neck pain)
  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
  • Tennis Elbow, Golfer’s Elbow
  • Muscle spasms

How We Treat

PRP Platelet Rich Plasma Injections

Medical Ozone Prolozone

Biopuncture (micro dose homeopathic treatment)

Neural Prolotherapy (Lyftogt Technique)

Traditional Prolotherapy (ligament/tendon/disc or joint stabilization & strengthening)

Electro Myopulse Treatments

Diet change and regulation

Hormone Balance

Nutrient Assimilation and balance (vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids)

Detoxification (Heavy Metals, pH balance, liver, colon)

Auriculotherapy (ear acupressure)

NAET Allergy & Energy/Meridian balancing

What to Expect

  • Decreased or elimination of pain in 1-5 treatments.
  • Increased mobility
  • Increased joint stability
  • Elimination of pain of bites and stings in 1 treatment
  • Reduction of swelling and tenderness
  • Prevention of surgery in many cases of degenerative joint disease
  • Surgery prevention
  • Avoid carpal tunnel surgery
  • Drugless reduction of inflammation
HOURS

Monday to Friday - 10am to 4pm

saturdays by previous appointment


Los Altos & Walnut Creek Office Contact

650-327-2053


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