Knee Pain Treatments in Matawan, NJ

Did you know that studies show that Viscosupplementation (gel) injections delay the need for knee replacement?-and that the more “gel” injections you have , the more you prolong that delay! Often referred to as “gel” injections, these injections provide lubrication and cushioning for the knee joint.

As mentioned above, studies show that these injections not only reduce pain, but actually significantly delay the need for knee replacement surgery. Dr. Bodner believes these injections not only reduce pain, but slow down the progression of arthritis by reducing the friction in your knee.

But not all facilities performing these injections are equal, and Dr. Bodner believes there are several extremely important factors for visco-supplementation injections to be successful.

First, the use of image guidance such as fluoroscopy is of the upmost importance. Without fluoroscopy there is no way to verify that the gel actually ends up in the joint! Studies show that without fluoroscopy, even the best physicians miss the joint often! And if the “gel” doesn’t end up in your joint, it’s not going to be of any help to you. Dr. Bodner performs his injections under fluoroscopy, in order to provide the best results with the least amount of pain. Many patients claim his injections are near painless! Fluoroscopy helps as you can see where your injecting to avoid bones and areas of pain, and to confirm that your product ends up in the joint.

Equally important is the experience of the injector. Dr. Bodner has performed thousands of knee injections with the use of fluoroscopy. Skill comes with experience and there are few physicians more experienced.

Also important is what gel is injected. There are multiple options and differences between them all. Choosing the right gel to fit your individual issues can significantly affect your results. Dr. Bodner has the experience to help determine the best gel for you.

Intra-articular prolotherapy injections reduced pain, improved function and quality of life in patients with Knee Osteoarthritis. The procedure is straightforward and safe; the adherence and satisfaction were high.

This is the conclusion of a new paper on Prolotherapy published in ANNALS OF FAMILY MEDICINE in 2020

Prolotherapy involves the injection of a proliferative solution into an area with the intention of strengthening tendons and ligaments and rebuilding damaged areas. While we are learning more and more that cortisone breaks things down causing symptoms to worsen, Prolotherapy and other regenerative treatments goal is to strengthen and build!

Dr. Bodner has been performing Prolotherapy for over 20 years and finds it to be an excellent option for many patients.

Advances in science and technology have now given us multiple options for regenerative medicine. The idea of “stem cell injections“ was only science fiction until recently.

Professional athletes such as Tiger Woods, Rafael Nadal, and Cristiano Ronaldo have used stem cells to recover from torn ligaments and degenerative back pain —without surgery and often within weeks rather than months. 1

All told, well over 1 million people have seen their lives transformed – or even rescued – by stem cells.2

“In a nutshell, stem cells are the bodies repair kit. Unlike other cells, they can divide and renew themselves for a lifetime. What’s more, like a cellular skeleton key, they can unlock an almost limitless array of healing powers. They can differentiate into whatever type of cell our body needs.” Anthony Robbins, Life Force , 2022.

Having been performing regenerative medicine treatments for years, Dr. Bodner is fortunate to have access to the best, most advanced regenerative medicine products available, as well as, the experience and expertise to know how to properly use them! Given the choice, Dr. Bodner always prefers to make an effort to rebuild or repair damage, rather then simply cover it up.

SoftWave Therapy is breakthrough technology changing the way Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is practiced!

In fact, Dr. Martin O’Malley, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon and Team Physician for Brooklyn Nets, NY Giants & USA BB states:

How can you be treating sports injuries without SoftWave?”

SoftWave TRT uses patented technology to reach an injured area at the cellular level to successfully turn on the body's natural healing process.

SoftWave Therapy uses sound waves to:

Dr. Bradley Bodner was the first medical physician in New Jersey to use this technology. He often uses it as a stand alone treatment for knee pain , and also often combines with other treatments for maximum results! Patients will usually see results following their first treatment.

Open up your joint space with Knee on Trac!

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We believe Knee on Trac should always be part of a comprehensive knee program.

For individuals that have been told they have less joint space then normal or even “bone on bone” we often use Knee on Trac to open the joint prior to injections! We also use Knee on Trac for individuals that don’t like needles as a stand alone treatment. Finally, we use it most often in combination with our other treatments as we find we get the best results by combining treatment optio

Dr. Bodner often describes 0MT as like chiropractic without the cracking.

By realigning the body and restoring balance to bones and muscles, OMT allows your entire body to work better as a whole.

Dr. Bodner feels this is extremely important for knee pain. If your body is out of alignment, you may have knee pain because your gait is unbalanced for example. Our entire body is connected. An issue with your hips or ankles can absolutely affect your knee

OMT is a hands-on technique that involves moving and manipulating a person’s muscles and joints to help diagnose, prevent, and treat certain conditions.

A doctor of osteopathy (DO) is qualified to perform OMT. These specialists have studied osteopathic techniques and undergone special training in the body’s musculoskeletal system and the interconnected system of nerves, muscles, and bones.

In addition to being a specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation , Dr. Bodner is proud to be an Osteopathic physician and utilizes OMT on a near daily basis.

Our brand new physical therapy gym in our Morganville location has everything you need for excellent physical therapy. You will receive one on one physical therapy for your knee pain. Physical therapy is an integral part of an overall knee treatment plan.