Craniovertebral instability treatment with regenerative prolotherapy

Craniovertebral instability treatment with regenerative prolotherapy is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure that can help improve stability and function in the area where the skull and upper neck meet. Prolotherapy involves injecting a solution, typically an irritant, into the affected area to stimulate the body's natural healing response, promoting new tissue growth and strengthening the surrounding ligaments and tendons. First, the patient goes through clinical history-taking, medical records review, physical examination, and consultation with a neurosurgeon to ensure they are a good candidate for the treatment. Then, the patient receives a neurological examination and an MRI scan of the cervix to identify the issues related to craniovertebral instability. Before the procedure, the patient is prepared, and the injection site is marked using fluorescence guidance. The prolotherapy injection is then administered to stimulate the healing response. After the treatment, the patient receives the care and symptomatic treatment to manage possible discomfort, including medications, rest, and follow-up appointments with the neurosurgeon. The entire process takes a couple of days. Regenerative prolotherapy reduces pain, improves neck stability and function, and enhances the overall patient's well-being. Costs associated with this treatment include the injection drugs, other medicines and materials, services, records, and recommendations based on the patient's needs.