Innovation Center

Exploring Innovative Rheumatology Treatments at RTMC

Living with arthritis, joint pain, tendon injuries, or chronic musculoskeletal discomfort can affect nearly every part of daily life. At Rheumatology Therapeutics Medical Center, our Innovation Center gives patients access to a range of advanced treatment options designed to complement traditional rheumatology care.

Rather than relying on one approach for every patient, our physicians evaluate each individual based on their diagnosis, symptoms, medical history, imaging, laboratory results, previous treatments, and personal goals.

What Is the RTMC Innovation Center?

The Innovation Center at Rheumatology Therapeutics Medical Center focuses on advanced therapies for patients with arthritis, orthopedic conditions, joint pain, tendon injuries, fatigue, and other related concerns.

RTMC has incorporated Platelet Rich Plasma therapy into the practice since 2010 and has continued to expand the range of treatment options available to appropriate patients.

The goal is to provide patients with additional choices while developing a treatment plan that fits their individual condition.

Innovative Therapies
and What to Expect

What Is PRP?
Platelet Rich Plasma therapy uses a concentrated portion of your own blood to support the body’s natural healing response. The blood is processed to concentrate platelets before being injected into the treatment area.

What Conditions May PRP Be Used For?
PRP may be considered for osteoarthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, rotator cuff injuries, meniscal injuries, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon injuries, and selected joint or soft tissue pain.

How Long Does the Procedure Take?
A typical PRP appointment takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes.

What Should I Expect After Treatment?
Some soreness may occur after the procedure. Improvement, when it occurs, may develop gradually over several weeks or months as the healing process continues.

Is PRP Right for Everyone?
No. Your physician will review your symptoms, medical history, imaging, laboratory results, and previous treatments to determine whether PRP may be appropriate for you.

Before Your PRP Procedure
Follow the instructions provided by your physician, stay well hydrated, eat normally unless told otherwise, and do not change or stop prescription medications without speaking with your doctor.

After Your PRP Procedure
Avoid strenuous activity involving the treated area as directed. Contact the office if you experience significant pain, unusual swelling, fever, or signs of infection.

What Are Regenerative Treatments?
Regenerative treatments use material obtained from the patient’s own body as part of a personalized treatment approach for selected joint, tendon, ligament, and musculoskeletal conditions.

Bone Marrow Aspirate
Bone marrow aspirate is collected from the pelvic area, processed, and then used as part of a customized treatment plan.

Adipose Derived Therapy
Adipose derived therapy uses tissue obtained from the patient’s own fat stores and may be considered for larger joints such as the knee, hip, or shoulder.

Combination Treatments
In some cases, physicians may recommend combining regenerative approaches depending on the patient’s condition and treatment goals.

Who May Be a Candidate?
Your physician will review your diagnosis, symptoms, imaging, medical history, and previous treatments before recommending any regenerative procedure.

How Long Do These Procedures Take?
Bone marrow and adipose based procedures may take approximately 1 to 2 hours.

What Is NeuroMenda™?
NeuroMenda™ is a proprietary vitamin based injection therapy used at RTMC for certain nerve related and chronic pain conditions.

What Conditions May It Be Used For?
It may be considered for neck pain, low back pain, chronic pain after surgery, neuropathy, chronic headaches, leg pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and other selected pain syndromes.

How Is It Given?
Treatment consists of a series of targeted injections directed toward painful or sensitive nerves.

How Many Treatments May Be Needed?
The original RTMC material states that many patients receive a series of treatments, often over several weeks, depending on the condition and response.

Is It Right for Everyone?
No. A physician must evaluate your symptoms and medical history to determine whether this treatment may be appropriate.

 

What Is Energy Boost IV Therapy?
Energy Boost IV therapy consists of customized intravenous solutions tailored to the individual patient.

What May Be Included?
Depending on the treatment plan, ingredients may include Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, B Complex vitamins, glutathione, magnesium, biotin, and CoQ10.

What Is It Used For?
It may be considered for patients experiencing fatigue, nutritional deficiencies, muscle cramps, or other wellness concerns.

Is Every IV the Same?
No. RTMC states that each infusion is customized based on the patient’s medical concerns, medications, and individual needs.

Do I Need an Evaluation First?
Yes. Your physician should determine whether IV therapy is appropriate for you.

Prolotherapy
Prolotherapy uses targeted injections designed to stimulate a localized healing response and may be considered for certain tendon, ligament, muscle, neck, and back conditions.

Trigger Point Injections
These injections may be used for acute or chronic muscle spasms, particularly in the neck and lower back.

Homeopathic Trigger and Joint Injections
RTMC offers selected injection combinations chosen by the physician based on the patient’s condition and treatment goals.

Hyaluronic Acid Injections
These injections may be considered for selected patients with knee osteoarthritis.

Ultrasound Guided Injections
Ultrasound guidance allows physicians to visualize the treatment area and place an injection more precisely.

Combined Injection Therapies
Certain injection therapies may be combined depending on diagnosis, symptoms, medical history, and physician recommendation.

Medical Foods
Medical foods may be used to support selected concerns involving sleep, energy, pain management, bone health, osteoarthritis, and general wellness.

Micronutrient Therapy
Micronutrient therapy may be considered for patients with nutritional deficiencies or absorption problems.

Vitamin D Therapy
High dose vitamin D treatment may be considered for selected patients with osteoporosis, vitamin D deficiency, malabsorption, or difficulty tolerating oral vitamin D.

Nutritional Supplements
RTMC may recommend selected supplements as part of a broader wellness plan.

Genetic Testing
Genetic testing may provide additional information that can help personalize certain aspects of medical care.

Sleep and Fitness Monitoring
Activity and sleep information may help physicians better understand fatigue, recovery, activity level, and overall wellness.

Fatigue Evaluation
Persistent fatigue may be evaluated with laboratory testing, nutritional assessment, sleep evaluation, and other diagnostic services.

Follow Your Physician’s Instructions
Your doctor will provide instructions specific to your procedure.

Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before your appointment.

Eat Normally
Unless instructed otherwise, eat a normal meal before arriving.

Medications
Do not stop or change prescription medications without speaking with your physician.

Anti Inflammatory Medications
Ask the office for specific instructions regarding anti inflammatory medications, aspirin, or similar medications before your procedure.

Plan Ahead
Depending on the procedure, it may be helpful to arrange transportation home and allow extra time for preparation.

Temporary Soreness
Some soreness or discomfort may occur following treatment.

Activity
Resume normal activity only as tolerated and as directed by your physician.

Exercise
Avoid strenuous exercise involving the treated area for the period recommended by your doctor.

Follow Aftercare Instructions
Use medications, ice, or other pain relief only as directed.

Monitor the Treatment Area
Keep the injection or extraction area clean according to your physician’s instructions.

When to Contact the Office
Contact RTMC if you experience significant pain, unusual swelling, fever, signs of infection, or other concerning symptoms.

Platelet Rich Plasma
Commonly considered for tendonitis, bursitis, osteoarthritis, rotator cuff injuries, Achilles tendon injuries, plantar fasciitis, meniscal injuries, and selected spinal conditions.

Typical Procedure Time: Less than 1 hour.

Bone Marrow Aspirate
May be considered for selected joint, tendon, ligament, and musculoskeletal conditions.

Typical Procedure Time: Approximately 1 to 2 hours.

Adipose Derived Therapy
May be considered for selected joint and musculoskeletal conditions, including certain larger joints.

Typical Procedure Time: Approximately 1 to 2 hours.

Combination Treatments
A combination approach may be considered depending on the patient’s diagnosis, treatment goals, and physician recommendation.

 
 

Personalized Care Matters

One of the most important parts of innovative treatment is determining which option, if any, is appropriate for the individual patient.

There is no single therapy that is right for everyone.

RTMC physicians consider the patient’s diagnosis, symptoms, imaging, laboratory results, overall health, previous treatment, lifestyle, and goals before making recommendations.

Innovative therapies may sometimes be used alongside conventional rheumatology treatment, medications, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nutritional care, or other services available through the practice.

Interested in Learning More?

If you are dealing with arthritis, joint pain, tendon problems, musculoskeletal discomfort, or another related condition, the first step is a medical evaluation.

The physicians at Rheumatology Therapeutics Medical Center can review your condition and discuss which treatment options may be appropriate for you.

 

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