If you are dealing with chronic shoulder, hip or ankle osteoarthritis pain, our physicians offer a range of non-surgical treatment options designed to help reduce pain, improve mobility and support your ability to stay active.
At Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, our team evaluates each patient individually to determine which treatment options may be appropriate based on the joint involved, the severity of arthritis, symptoms, activity goals and overall health.
Advanced Injection-Based Treatment Options
For many patients, osteoarthritis pain can be managed without surgery. Depending on your condition, our physicians may discuss advanced injection-based therapies such as:
1. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
PRP therapy uses a concentrated sample of your own blood platelets to support the body’s natural healing response. PRP may be considered for certain cases of shoulder, hip and ankle pain and arthritis.
Potential benefits may include:
- Reduced inflammation
- Improved joint function and mobility
- Support for tissue healing
- Relief from chronic joint pain
2. ZILRETTA® Injection Therapy
ZILRETTA® is an extended-release corticosteroid injection designed to help reduce inflammation and provide longer-lasting joint pain relief for select patients with osteoarthritis symptoms.
Our physicians may discuss whether advanced corticosteroid injection therapies like ZILRETTA could be appropriate based on your symptoms, activity level, imaging findings and overall treatment goals.
Potential benefits may include:
- Reduced joint inflammation
- Longer-lasting pain relief compared to traditional steroid injections for some patients
- Improved mobility and daily function
- Relief from chronic osteoarthritis-related discomfort
- A non-surgical option for managing joint pain
3. Viscosupplementation Injections
Viscosupplementation is a non-surgical injection treatment designed to help improve joint lubrication and reduce osteoarthritis-related pain. These injections contain hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance found within healthy joints that helps provide cushioning and smooth movement.
Andrews Sports Medicine physicians utilize viscosupplementation as part of a personalized treatment approach for select patients with arthritic joint conditions.
Potential benefits may include:
- Improved joint lubrication & cushioning
- Reduced joint pain & stiffness
- Improved mobility & daily function
- Relief from osteoarthritis-related symptoms
- A non-surgical option for managing chronic joint discomfort
Several Andrews Sports Medicine non-surgical orthopaedic physicians perform ultrasound-guided viscosupplementation injections as part of comprehensive osteoarthritis care.
Because every patient and joint condition is different, treatment recommendations are individualized based on a comprehensive evaluation.
How These Treatments May Help
Depending on your diagnosis and treatment plan, these therapies may help:
- Reduce inflammation
- Improve mobility and joint function
- Support cartilage and tissue health
- Promote healing within the joint
- Help patients remain active with less pain
- Delay or reduce the need for surgery in select cases
Personalized Treatment Plans
No two patients — or joints — are exactly alike.
Our orthopaedic specialists work closely with each patient to determine the most appropriate non-surgical treatment options based on symptoms, imaging findings, activity level and long-term goals.
Cash-Pay Treatment Options
Some advanced biologic and injection-based therapies may be considered cash-pay procedures and may not be covered by insurance. Our team can help you better understand pricing, treatment expectations and whether you may be a candidate.
Request More Information
If you are interested in learning more about non-surgical treatment options for shoulder, hip or ankle osteoarthritis, we invite you to connect with our team by completing an ONLINE APPOINTMENT REQUEST FORM.
