Joint Injectables
Reduce inflammation and restore mobility — without surgery.
Medically reviewed by Teresa Powell, FNP-BC · Last updated
at every level
Our approach: start with regenerative medicine
For most joint pain, Teresa's first recommendation is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) — a regenerative injection made from a small sample of your own blood, concentrated down to the platelets and growth factors your body already uses to heal. For tendonitis, ligament sprains, and early-stage cartilage degeneration, PRP promotes cellular repair and encourages the body to rebuild damaged tissue naturally, without introducing synthetic medication into the joint.
Stem cell therapy for more advanced joint degeneration
For patients with more significant cartilage loss or advanced joint degeneration, Teresa also offers stem cell therapy — regenerative cells introduced directly into the joint to support structural cushioning and signal deeper tissue repair. It's often considered as a regenerative alternative to — or alongside — total joint replacement for patients wanting to preserve their own joint longer.
Other options we offer
Not every joint or situation calls for a regenerative approach alone, so Teresa also offers corticosteroid injections and hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, including Synvisc, for more immediate symptom relief. She'll walk you through where each fits before recommending a plan.
- Corticosteroid (steroid) injections — reduce inflammation quickly and can bring fast relief, though results are often shorter-lived than a regenerative approach.
- Hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, including Synvisc — add lubrication to the joint to ease friction and improve movement, most commonly used for knees.
How Teresa decides what's right for you
Teresa generally favors starting with the most natural, regenerative option your joint can benefit from — PRP, or for more advanced cases, stem cell therapy — then discusses steroid or HA injections alongside it if they're a better fit for your situation, timeline, or how the joint responds. Every plan is built around your specific joint, activity level, and goals, evaluated during a comprehensive consultation.
What this treatment offers
Things to consider
- These treatments are sophisticated medical interventions — every protocol is customized under the strict supervision of our licensed medical team.
- While research into these therapies is promising, results vary based on individual health status, the severity of the condition, and strict adherence to post-procedure protocols.
- Hyaluronic acid and steroid injections manage symptoms but do not reverse degenerative progression.
- A comprehensive assessment helps determine whether your condition calls for immediate symptom management or a more comprehensive regenerative roadmap.
- PRP joint injection pricing and promotions are subject to change — confirm current rates at your consultation.
Follow up with Teresa Powell, FNP-BC to discuss potential side effects and benefits personalized to you.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Teresa recommend PRP over steroid or HA injections?+
PRP uses concentrated platelets from your own blood to support the joint's natural healing response, so Teresa generally starts there. Steroid injections reduce inflammation quickly but relief is often shorter-term. Hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, including Synvisc, add lubrication to ease friction, especially in the knee. She'll recommend the best fit — sometimes a combination — based on your joint and goals.
What is stem cell therapy for joints, and who is it for?+
Stem cell therapy uses regenerative cells to support structural cushioning in the joint and signal deeper tissue repair. Teresa typically considers it for patients with more advanced cartilage loss or joint degeneration — often as a regenerative alternative to, or alongside, total joint replacement. It's evaluated case by case during a consultation.
Do you still offer steroid injections?+
Yes. While Teresa typically encourages patients to try a more natural, regenerative route first, steroid injections remain available and are sometimes the right choice depending on the joint and how quickly you need relief.
Is this a substitute for surgery?+
Not necessarily — it depends on the joint and severity. Teresa evaluates your specific situation during a consultation to discuss whether injectables, surgery, or another path fits best.
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Ready to talk to Teresa Powell, FNP-BC?
Book a consultation at our Newport Center office — 200 Newport Center Dr #309, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
