Nonoperative
Management

Overview

Not Every Joint
Needs Surgery.

Not every hip or knee problem requires surgery right away. Dr. Pallitto offers a range of nonoperative treatments to relieve pain and improve function — surgery is considered when conservative care no longer provides adequate relief.

• Physical TherapyStructured strengthening and mobility programs to relieve pain and improve function.
• MedicationsNSAIDs and other pain-relief medication management.
• Corticosteroid InjectionsJoint injections to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
• ViscosupplementationHyaluronic acid injections, sometimes used for knee osteoarthritis.
• PRP InjectionsPlatelet-rich plasma injections used to help manage joint pain.
• Bracing & DevicesBraces, canes, or other assistive devices to offload the joint.