Knee pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a pain specialist. Whether it’s caused by arthritis, injury, or everyday wear and tear, knee pain can make it difficult to walk, exercise, or enjoy daily life. Many patients worry that surgery is their only option—but the truth is, there are several highly effective non-surgical treatments that can reduce pain, restore function, and help you get moving again.
At Cedar Rapids Pain Associates, we specialize in helping patients find relief without unnecessary surgery. Here are the top 5 non-surgical treatments for knee pain we recommend.
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🧬 Regenerative Medicine (PRP Therapy)
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections use your body’s own healing properties to reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair. Blood is drawn, processed, and then carefully injected into the knee to target damaged tissue.
Benefits:
✔️ Uses your body’s natural healing cells
✔️ Reduces inflammation and pain
✔️ Can improve function for arthritis, tendon, and ligament issues
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💡 MLS Robotic Laser Therapy
This non-invasive treatment uses dual-wavelength light energy to stimulate cellular repair, improve blood flow, and decrease inflammation in the knee joint.
Benefits:
✔️ No downtime, painless procedure
✔️ Helps reduce stiffness and swelling
✔️ Promotes faster healing of soft tissues
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🎯 Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in tendons, ligaments, and joint tissues. It’s especially effective for chronic knee pain that hasn’t responded to other conservative care.
Benefits:
✔️ Stimulates natural tissue repair
✔️ Improves mobility and reduces pain
✔️ Often effective in just a few sessions
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💉 Corticosteroid & Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Injections can provide targeted relief for knee pain, especially when caused by arthritis.
- Corticosteroid Injections reduce inflammation and swelling for weeks to months of relief.
- Hyaluronic Acid Injections (sometimes called “gel shots”) help lubricate the joint, improving mobility and reducing pain.
Benefits:
✔️ Quick, targeted pain relief
✔️ Improves mobility and joint function
✔️ Can delay or even avoid surgery
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🏃 Physical Therapy
Targeted physical therapy helps strengthen the muscles around the knee, improve flexibility, and restore proper movement patterns. PT not only reduces pain but also helps prevent future injuries.
Benefits:
✔️ Strengthens supportive muscles
✔️ Improves range of motion and stability
✔️ Long-term solution for joint health
⚠️ Why Choose Non-Surgical Options First?
Surgery can be expensive, require long recovery times, and carry risks. For many patients, non-surgical options provide lasting relief without the complications of surgery. At CRPA, we build customized treatment plans to help patients:
✔️ Reduce or eliminate pain
✔️ Stay active without surgery
✔️ Improve long-term joint health
📞 Take the Next Step Toward Pain-Free Living
Don’t let knee pain slow you down. Our team at Cedar Rapids Pain Associates is here to help you explore non-surgical solutions that work.
📍 4205 Glass Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
📞 Call us today at (319) 294-0094
💻 Visit crpainfree.com to schedule your consultation.
👉 Appointments are available within a few days—relief could be closer than you think.
