Relief Without Surgery
Advanced non-surgical injections to reduce arthritis-related joint pain, improve function, and quality of life with minimal downtime.
The Benefits of Non-Surgical Joint Pain Treatment
Joint pain can significantly limit your daily activities and quality of life. At Pacific Clinic in Bellevue, our non-surgical approach to joint pain offers numerous advantages over traditional treatments:
Understanding Joint Pain
Joint pain affects millions of Americans, limiting mobility and impacting quality of life. Understanding the underlying causes of your joint pain is essential for effective treatment.
Common Causes of Joint Pain
Our Joint Pain Treatments
Growth Factors for Joint Pain
Growth Factor injection therapy is an innovative approach to treating joint pain that uses your body’s own Growth factors to stimulate tissue repair and regeneration. This treatment begins with drawing a small amount of your blood, which is then processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the Growth Factors. These growth factors and bioactive proteins play a vital role in the healing process. Our clinic uses the current top of the line kit to process your blood & achieve the highest quality & concentration for growth factors.
The concentrated growth factors are precisely injected into the affected joint under careful guidance by our experienced physicians. Once injected, the growth factors work to:
This therapy is particularly effective for osteoarthritis, the most common form of joint pain, but can also benefit other types of joint conditions. Many patients experience significant pain relief and improved function after their treatment, often allowing them to resume activities they previously had to avoid.
Steroid Joint Injections
Steroid joint injections are a well-established treatment for reducing inflammation and relieving pain in joints affected by arthritis or injury. The injection contains a corticosteroid medication combined with a local anesthetic to provide both immediate and longer-term relief. We perform these injections with precision, targeting the exact site of discomfort to maximize effectiveness and minimize downtime.
Once administered, steroid injections help to:
Steroid injections are especially useful for flare-ups of osteoarthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, and other inflammatory joint conditions. Many patients find these treatments allow them to stay active and manage symptoms more comfortably.
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Hyaluronic acid injections, often referred to as “gel” or “viscosupplementation” injections, are designed to restore lubrication and cushioning within joints affected by osteoarthritis. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in healthy joint fluid that helps bones glide smoothly and absorb shock. Over time, its levels decline, leading to stiffness and discomfort. By replenishing this essential fluid, these injections can improve movement and reduce pain.
After treatment, hyaluronic acid works to:
Hyaluronic acid injections are ideal for patients who have not found sufficient relief with oral medications or physical therapy. The gradual improvement over several weeks often leads to better mobility and a return to more active, comfortable living.
Comprehensive Joint Care Approach
At Pacific Clinic, we understand that joint pain often requires a multifaceted approach for optimal results. Our physicians take a comprehensive view of your joint health, considering all factors that may be contributing to your discomfort. Depending on your specific condition, your treatment plan may include:
This comprehensive approach ensures that we address not just the symptoms but the underlying causes of your joint pain for more lasting relief.
The Joint Pain Treatment Process
Treatment for Specific Joints
At Pacific Clinic, we offer specialized treatments for various joints throughout the body, with protocols customized to the unique characteristics of each joint:
How Joint Pain Treatments Compare
When considering treatment options for joint pain, it’s important to understand how the therapy compares to other common approaches. During your consultation, our physicians will evaluate the severity of your joint pain, your medical history, and your treatment goals to determine which approach is most appropriate for your specific condition.
Growth Factor Injections
How it works: Uses your body’s own healing factors to stimulate tissue repair
Treatment frequency: Typically 1-3 treatments with long-lasting results
Downtime: Minimal, usually just 24-48 hours of activity modification
Side effects: Minimal; temporary soreness at the injection site
Best for: Those seeking a natural approach with minimal downtime
Long-term benefits: Addresses underlying issues, not just symptoms
Corticosteroid Injections
How it works: Reduces inflammation through powerful anti-inflammatory medication
Treatment frequency: Effects typically last 3-6 months, with diminishing returns
Downtime: Minimal
Side effects: May weaken tissues over time, limited number of injections per year
Best for: Short-term relief of severe inflammation
Long-term benefits: Limited, may accelerate cartilage loss with repeated use
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
How it works: Supplements joint lubricating fluid
Treatment frequency: Series of injections, effects last 6-12 months
Downtime: Minimal
Side effects: Generally mild, occasional allergic reactions
Best for: Moderate osteoarthritis, especially of the knee
Long-term benefits: Symptom management without addressing underlying degeneration
What Our Patients Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Patient comfort is our priority at Pacific Clinic. We use topical anesthetic to numb the injection site, and we offer Nitronox (medical nitrous oxide) for patients who have concerns about discomfort. Most patients describe feeling only mild pressure during the injection. After treatment, some soreness at the injection site for 24–48 hours is normal, similar to how you might feel after a workout.
The number of treatments needed varies based on the severity of your joint condition and your specific treatment goals. For mild to moderate joint pain, many patients experience significant improvement after just one treatment. For more advanced joint degeneration, a series of treatments may be recommended for optical results. Annual maintenance treatments may be beneficial for long-term management of chronic joint conditions.
Most patients begin to notice improvement in pain and function within 2–6 weeks after their treatment as the body’s healing response progresses. However, the full benefits continue to develop for up to 6 months as tissue regeneration and repair occur. Unlike steroid injections, which often provide immediate but temporary relief, growth factor injection therapy works by stimulating your body’s natural healing processes, which takes time but can result in longer-lasting improvement.
Our clinic does not deal directly with insurance companies. Currently most insurance plans consider growth factor injection therapy for joint pain to be experimental or investigational and do not provide coverage. We will provide you a receipt for your Hyaluronic acid or steroid procedure to submit to your insurance company for out of network reimbursement. However, we offer various payment options, including CareCredit financing with special terms, to make this effective treatment accessible. Many patients find that the long-term benefits and potential to avoid surgery make Joint injection therapy a worthwhile investment in their health and quality of life.
Joint injection therapy is most effective for patients with mild to moderate joint degeneration or those in the early to middle stages of osteoarthritis. Ideal candidates are individuals who have joint pain that hasn’t responded adequately to conservative measures like physical therapy or medication, but who aren’t yet candidates for surgical intervention. Joint injection may not be appropriate for those with severe joint damage, active infections, certain blood disorders, or cancer.
Take the First Step Toward Joint Pain Relief
Joint pain doesn’t have to limit your activities or diminish your quality of life. At Pacific Clinic in Bellevue, our physician-led, non-surgical approach offers a path to reduced pain and improved function without the risks and recovery time associated with surgery. Our joint injection treatments harness your body’s own healing abilities to address not just the symptoms but the underlying causes of your joint pain.