Twenty Common Questions about Prolotherapy

Because the effect of Prolotherapy is to initiate a "healing cascade" which requires inflammation, the patient is advised to avoid anti-inflammatory medications, both over-the-counter and prescription. Aspirin may also interfere with the process to some degree, but if an individual is taking Aspirin to reduce risk of stroke or heart attack, a small amount of Aspirin, such as a "Baby Aspirin" (80 mg) is acceptable. The results of Prolotherapy while taking these medications may be slower and less consistent than if the patient avoids these medications.