Pain & Injury Recovery

Regenerative and recovery care at Protocol Health focuses on supporting your body's natural healing for joint pain, soft-tissue injuries, inflammation, and limited mobility. Depending on your evaluation, options may include Shockwave Therapy and PRP (platelet-rich plasma) Therapy, which are intended to encourage tissue repair rather than simply mask symptoms. A physician-led evaluation helps identify the source of your pain, and your provider determines which approach, if any, is appropriate for you.

Shockwave Therapy uses focused acoustic energy directed at an injured area, which may support blood flow and the body's tissue-repair response. PRP Therapy involves drawing a small sample of your own blood, concentrating its platelets, and injecting that preparation into the affected tissue to help stimulate healing. Both are considered regenerative approaches for tendon, joint, and soft-tissue concerns. Your provider will explain how each option works and whether it fits your specific injury.

Candidacy depends on your diagnosis, symptom history, overall health, and goals, which is why a thorough clinical evaluation comes first. These therapies are often considered for people with persistent joint pain, tendon issues, or soft-tissue injuries that have not fully responded to rest or conservative care. Certain health conditions or medications may affect eligibility, so full disclosure of your history is important. Your provider determines whether Shockwave Therapy, PRP Therapy, or another path is appropriate for you.

Procedures such as Shockwave Therapy and PRP Therapy are performed in person at our Scarsdale, New York clinic, because they require hands-on assessment, preparation, and clinical oversight. Telehealth is well suited to the initial discussion of your goals and to follow-up conversations for eligible patients across the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, and California. This lets you explore your options virtually before scheduling any on-site treatment. Your provider will confirm the plan that makes sense for your situation.

Most patients tolerate these therapies well, though you may experience temporary soreness, mild swelling, redness, or bruising in the treated area afterward. These effects are generally short-lived and tend to ease on their own, but your provider will review what to anticipate based on the specific procedure. Because everyone responds differently, it is important to share any concerns during your evaluation. Your provider can help you weigh the potential benefits and risks for your circumstances.

Regenerative therapies such as Shockwave Therapy and PRP Therapy are often considered elective and may not be covered by insurance, so coverage varies and should be verified individually. Our team can walk you through general cost and payment questions during your consultation so you have a clear picture before proceeding. The best first step is to book an evaluation, which can begin with a telehealth consultation for eligible patients across the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, and California. From there, your provider determines whether an in-person visit in Scarsdale, New York is the right next step.