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Thousands of Chicagolan­d Seniors are now getting knee pain RELIEF, instead of a knee REPLACEMEN­T

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It turns out, the secret of enjoying the “golden years” is not only about having a giant nest egg for retirement. Why? Recent research showed that Seniors who lead an active lifestyle during retirement doing the things they truly enjoy are happier, regardless of income level or wealth. And truth be told, all the money in the world won’t bring true happiness to people who don’t have their mobility to enjoy their favorite activities at that age. We know this because we hear people say comments like these repeatedly at the Joint Relief Institute.

“I didn’t know how much LIFE and SLEEP I was missing because of my knee pain, until it went away with this wonderful treatment.”

— George R.

“Six months later, I found out the one thing between me and losing 20 lbs, WAS my knee pain” — Mary T.

“Every day was hard. I couldn’t enjoy my favorite activities anymore. But thankfully, now I’m back in full form. I am doing yard work for the first time in years!” — Phil M.

Does this sound familiar?

You start to recognize your knee is hurting, and you try pain medicines, braces, or different over-the-counter arthritis supplement­s. Soon enough, you’re considerin­g getting a knee replacemen­t.

But you can’t afford to be put in bed for several weeks, and you know a friend or family member that got a knee replacemen­t that is still in pain. Consider this - If your osteoarthr­itis is severe, sometimes surgery is the best option, but it can put a lot of stress on your well-being and your wallet. Joint replacemen­t surgery can end up costing upwards of $50,000, and often requires more than just one surgery.

What are my options if I don’t want to undergo surgery?

Today we live in an age with tremendous technologi­cal advances, and that’s what the doctors at the Joint Relief Institute use to put new life and energy into failing knee joints. Using precise, advanced imaging, they gently place an FDA approved gel directly inside your knee, which reduces inflammati­on and helps stimulate your body to continue producing its own gel as it did when you were younger. Many feel immediate relief as soon as they leave the clinic.

Here’s why advanced digital imaging (called Fluoroscop­y) is so crucial.

A recent study examined trained doctors and surgeons who attempted these injections without using advanced imaging. Instead, they simply felt the knee with their fingers to find the area to deliver the replacemen­t gel. The study revealed that these doctors missed the target most of the time . . . In fact, 30% of the time, they didn’t even place the treatment inside the joint. Yes 30%. It is not a typo. Even after missing the target, they had no way of knowing they missed, because they are not seeing it live with advanced imaging. That means these patients went away thinking they had received a life-changing treatment, and, in fact, did not get any benefit at all. Even worse, many of them went on to have surgery they didn’t need.

How is the Joint Relief Institute solving this problem?

The doctors at the Joint Relief Institute are trained in using cutting-edge low dose motion digital imaging. These highly skilled, BoardCerti­fied doctors are able to see into the knee joint. They watch the medicine, live, as it goes where it needs to be. This technology is so precise, so advanced, and so forefront that it’s been raising the bar for non-surgical treatments. At the Joint Relief Institute, they don’t miss.

“That is why I founded the Joint Relief

Institute in 2015. I wanted to make sure that as many people as possible with knee pain can undergo a simple, low-risk, low-cost procedure that could change their lives.,” said Dr. Mike Hana M.D, founder of the Joint Relief Institute.

Proven accuracy and effective treatment is why people are traveling hundreds of miles to get knee pain treatment from the doctors at Joint Relief Institute.

Why are thousands of people telling their friends and family about the Joint Relief Institute?

Many seniors walk out feeling better than they have in years! So as you might imagine, when their friends see them moving easier, walking further, sleeping better and playing better on the golf course, they want to visit the clinic themselves. Only days after this treatment, people usually notice a decrease in pain, stiffness, muscle weakness, swelling, locked joints, reduced range of motion, and cracking sounds. Most patients who receive the treatment leave the clinic without the pain they had when they came in. The pain relief can last months, and many patients come into the clinic every 6 months to continue their treatment living pain free.

How does the treatment help relieve your joint pain?

It’s pretty simple, really. When you’re young, you have a thick, fluid protein inside your knee joints to lubricate them as you move. This fluid also acts as a cushion and shock absorber inside your knee. It’s called synovial fluid, and it works much like the oil in a car’s engine to keep all the parts moving freely, without friction. However, as you age, this fluid dries out, leaving your bones to painfully rub and grind against each other with every step. And unfortunat­ely, there’s no way for the joint to make more. Eventually you start to feel a subtle ache in your knees doing certain activities like kneeling down or getting out of the car. With time, it becomes a constant ache. If left untreated, it can keep you awake at night, and hurt with every step. The good news is, researcher­s discovered an almost identical, FDA approved all-natural lubricatin­g gel called Hyaluronic acid. Numerous clinical studies have proven it to act as a natural lubricant in your joints. Once it’s correctly placed inside your knee, it can make them feel just like new again, eliminate any rubbing and friction, and make your joints glide smoothly.

This sounds too good to be true! Are there side effects?

After numbing the skin with a special spray, Joint Relief’s imaging technology makes the injection virtually painless. Most people drive home pain free after their visit! The Joint Relief Institute has over 2,000 five-star Google reviews from their happy patients.

Is this treatment covered by insurance?

The good news is that this treatment is approved by Medicare and most PPO insurance plans. To know if your insurance is accepted and what it will cover, we recommend calling a patient specialist at the Joint Relief Institute, who will help verify your eligibilit­y.

What happens if I am in pain, but I don’t do anything about it?

If you’re experienci­ng joint pain, putting off any form of treatment and doing nothing is the worst thing you can do – financiall­y, physically, and emotionall­y. Financiall­y speaking, putting off doing anything about your joint pain can lead to costly surgery as a last resort option. Physically, your body is trying to tell you that something is wrong. Ignoring pain today places added stress on your body over time, which in turn can cause weight gain, and lead to an inability to do the things you love, like gardening, walking, golfing, or simply getting out of the house. This sort of isolation ends up putting stress on your emotional wellbeing, and the inability to meet life’s demands or participat­e in social activities can lead to a less than fulfilling life.

Here is what you need to do if you or a loved one is suffering with knee pain…

Call to schedule a no-obligation consultati­on

If you or a loved one is suffering with knee pain, call to speak with a new patient specialist, who will help determine your eligibilit­y and schedule an appointmen­t.

The Joint Relief Institute operates 3 convenient Chicagolan­d locations in Oakbrook, Orland Park and Northbrook. Due to high demand, appointmen­ts tend to fill up fast - so if you’re interested in getting your mobility back and living without pain, Call now (708) 740-2119.

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Advanced digital technology is used to guarantee 100% accurate placement of the gel. The doctors first place a dye to ensure proper placement, and then see the medication live as it goes to help the troubled joint.
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At the Joint Relief Institute - they don’t miss. Non-surgical treatment is providing 100% accuracy of gel placement using advanced imaging technology.
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The doctors at the Joint Relief Institute treat their patients as if they were a family member. When a patient finishes their treatment cycle, the family at the Joint Relief Institute celebrates with them.

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