Told You Need a Knee Replacement? Read This First
At 42, He Was Told to Prepare for a Knee Replacement
When it happened, he was walking up the stairs—his knee buckled. A sharp, sudden pain shot through his leg, and he couldn’t put any weight on it. He did what most people would do—he went to urgent care.
The X-rays looked fine. No breaks. No dislocations. They advised him to follow up with orthopedics.
And that’s when he heard the line we hear far too often: “You’ve got arthritis. Try RICE, maybe some cortisone injections, and over-the-counter meds. But from the looks of the X-ray… you’re eventually looking at needing both knees replaced.”
He was 42 years old.
Why Are the Options Always the Same?
If you’ve ever dealt with chronic knee pain, chances are you’ve heard the same suggestions:
Cortisone injections
Anti-inflammatory medications
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation (RICE)
Gel Injections (also known as hyaluronic acid, or more casually “chicken fat”)
Physical Therapy
Eventually… surgery
While they sound promising, these injections often provide short-term relief at best, and they don’t actually stop the joint from breaking down. The truth is, these traditional options don’t fix the root cause. They manage pain, but they don’t prevent progression.
This Patient Wanted Better—And Found It
Rather than waiting for his knee to get worse, or accepting surgery before the age of 50, he came to Active Spine and Joint Institute. He’s now on a personalized care plan that includes:
Chiropractic Support
Occupational Therapy
PulseWave Therapy
Cold Laser Therapy
Knee Decompression
Regenerative Cell Therapy, including A2M, PRP, and Wharton’s Jelly
Okay, That Sounds Like a Lot—But Here's What It Does
We get it—six treatments might sound overwhelming. But this is about building a real, long-term solution, not a temporary Band-Aid.
Here’s what this powerful combination targets:
Regenerative Cell Therapy: Stimulates healing at the cellular level, reduces inflammation, and promotes tissue repair. A2M shuts down enzymes that break down cartilage. PRP and Wharton’s Jelly deliver growth factors directly to the joint.
PulseWave & Cold Laser Therapy: These advanced therapies improve circulation, reduce pain, and accelerate tissue healing without drugs or downtime.
Knee Decompression: A gentle, non-invasive treatment that reduces joint pressure and promotes proper movement—crucial for arthritis and cartilage preservation.
Chiropractic & Occupational Therapy: Restores alignment, strengthens supportive muscles, and improves overall function and mobility. These therapies keep the joint strong and stable to prevent future injury.
This multi-layered approach is how we help patients avoid surgery, stay active, and actually feel better—not just numb the pain.
How to Find the Right Doctor for Knee Pain
If you’re searching for real relief without going under the knife, here are 5 tips:
✅ Look for someone who treats the cause—not just the symptoms. Pain pills and cortisone might feel good short term, but they don’t fix what’s wrong.
✅ Ask about regenerative medicine. If your doctor doesn’t offer it—or worse, doesn’t know about it—you’re missing out on powerful tools that can rebuild and restore.
✅ Avoid “chicken fat” injections. Gel injections may offer brief relief, but they’re not a long-term fix—and they won’t stop arthritis from getting worse.
✅ Make sure your care plan is personalized. Your pain is unique, and your treatment should be too. Cookie-cutter approaches aren’t enough.
✅ Find a team approach. The best results happen when multiple specialists—medical, chiropractic, rehab—work together toward one goal: your recovery.
Don’t Settle for Surgery—Explore a Better Way First
If you’ve been told you need surgery, or you’re stuck in a cycle of injections and pain meds, it’s time to explore a better path.
At Active Spine and Joint Institute, we specialize in helping patients just like you—people who want to stay active, avoid invasive procedures, and get back to living life on their terms.
Offices in Marmora, Mount Laurel, Northfield, and Rio Grande
609-886-8585 | Call Today to Get Pain-Free
