Steroid injections are a thing of the past at Healthtec. With advancements in drug-free laser therapy, we can offer our patients pain and inflammation relief that doesn’t require a needle.
With EMVITAL, our alternative to steroid injections in Abilene, we can provide targeted, noninvasive relief to help restore function and comfort.
Keep reading to learn more about how this new, cutting-edge technology works and why patients are choosing this modern solution for lasting, injection-free pain relief.
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- What are Steroid Injections?
- Why Patients are Looking for Alternatives to Steroid Injections
- Introducing EMVITAL: A Needle-Free, Drug-Free Cortisone Shot Alternative
- What Can EMVITAL Treat?
- The Benefits of EMVITAL
- Painless Pairings: Combine Your EMVITAL Session With These Treatments
- Frequently Asked Questions About EMVITAL
Alternatively, you can call our office and set up a free consultation to discuss EMVITAL with a member of our team.
What are Steroid Injections?
Before we compare EMVITAL to steroid injections, let’s take a moment to fully understand what steroid injections are and how they work. Steroid injections, also known as cortisone shots, are made with corticosteroids, which closely resemble the hormone cortisol. They suppress your body’s immune system and reduce inflammation.
These shots can take up to a week to take effect and work best for temporary relief. While effective, they come with quite a few drawbacks.
Why Patients Are Looking for Alternatives to Steroid Injections
In Abilene, patients are interested in EMVITAL and other alternatives to cortisone injections for various reasons. Some are needle-averse, while others are interested in drug-free options. Patients may also dislike the side effects that come with steroid shots, which include the following:
- Temporary increase in pain and swelling
- Temporary rise in blood sugar levels
- Bruising at the injection site
Cortisone shots also come with the following risks when administered more frequently or in larger doses:
- Damage to nearby nerves
- Osteoporosis (thinning of bones)
- Skin and soft tissue thinning near the injection site
- Cartilage damage
Introducing EMVITAL: A Needle-Free, Drug-Free Cortisone Shot Alternative
EMVITAL is our answer for patients who are looking for an alternative to steroid injections. Instead of using steroids, we harness the power of laser technology to increase blood flow, reduce inflammation, and repair damaged tissue.
How EMVITAL Works
Using a 1064 nm laser, EMVITAL emits visible and infrared light energy to deliver deep, controlled heat to targeted areas of your body. Here’s how this function can help with pain reduction, muscle relaxation, joint pain, and stiffness:
Increased Blood Flow
This alternative to steroid injections in Abilene improves blood circulation in the treatment area. With increased blood flow, oxygen and nutrients are delivered to the damaged tissue. This gives your body the tools it needs to recover from injury, process metabolic waste, and clear inflammatory byproducts.
Muscle Relaxation
Heat allows tight muscles to loosen and stretch, which reduces pain and stiffness in your muscles and joints. Think about it; when you are sore or recovering from an injury, it’s common advice to sit in a jacuzzi or put a heating pad on the affected area. EMVITAL takes that a step further by delivering heat deep into the tissue that needs it most.
Inflammation Reduction
Inflammation is your immune system’s response to an injury or attack. In short-term instances, it’s a healthy part of healing and recovery. Unfortunately, chronic inflammation, like in the case of rheumatoid arthritis, causes your immune system to mistakenly attack your body, even when there’s no danger present.
Steroid injections lessen immune system responses, which, in turn, reduces inflammation. On the other hand, EMVITAL reduces inflammatory markers and works at the cellular level to repair damaged tissue.
TriHIL™ Technology: Improving Patient and Provider Experiences
EMVITAL integrates intelligent, first-of-its-kind, TriHIL™ technology to improve the patient experience. This alternative to steroid injections in Abilene includes the following features:
- Infrared camera: Using thermal imaging, EMVITAL monitors tissue temperature.
- Ultrasonic sensor: Ensures precise targeting of the treatment area for safety and efficacy.
- Dynamic laser emission modes: Delivers consistent energy patterns for best results.
With TriHIL™ technology, treatments are comfortable and precise, with minimal operator-related variations.
What Can EMVITAL Treat?
From head to toe, EMVITAL provides pain relief, muscle relaxation, and relief from joint and muscle stiffness.
While we use EMVITAL as our go-to back pain relief treatment, it’s not limited to just the spine. We can use it to address the following concerns:
- TMJ and jaw discomfort
- Pain from sports
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Minor arthritis pain
- Chronic neck and back pain
- Muscle spasms and tension
- Inflammation and swelling
- Reduced mobility
Where EMVITAL Treats
This versatile laser can work in over 30 areas of the body, including the following:
- Spine
- Lower back
- Neck
- Shoulders
- Joints (knees, hips, elbows)
- Hands
- Jaw (temporomandibular joints)
- Knees
- Forearms
- Hips
- Heels
- Face
- Hamstrings
To put it simply, we can perform EMVITAL everywhere but the thyroid, genitals, and eyes.
The Benefits of EMVITAL
Pain relief, muscle re-education, and functional benefits are reasons enough to love our alternative to steroid injections in Abilene, but EMVITAL’s cutting-edge technology offers even more benefits.
Quick Treatment Times
For smaller areas, like your hands, EMVITAL appointments can be as quick as 4 minutes long. For larger areas, like your back, treatment may take up to 30 minutes, allowing you plenty of time to continue your day.
Safe for All Skin Types
While some laser treatments aren’t safe for darker skin tones or sensitive skin, EMVITAL can provide relief without irritation or the risk of hyperpigmentation. We also recommend this laser technology, as steroid shots can sometimes cause skin lightening near the injection site.
No Downtime
There’s no need to set aside any extra time for recovery from EMVITAL. You can continue your day as usual after this quick treatment.
Painless Pairings: Combine Your EMVITAL Session With These Treatments
EMVITAL works great on its own to provide long-lasting relief from pain, stiffness, and spasms. However, we recommend pairing this alternative to steroid injections in Abilene with other treatments for more comprehensive care.
Emsculpt NEO
Emsculpt NEO is a body contouring device that spot-reduces fat while simultaneously strengthening muscles in the treatment area. While this provides aesthetic benefits, like a slimmer, more toned physique, it also boasts amazing functional benefits.
Using radiofrequency energy and high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy, Emsculpt NEO Functional aids in:
- Muscle spasm relaxation
- Improved range of motion
- Muscle atrophy prevention
- Enhanced blood circulation
Emsculpt NEO can treat the following areas:
- Abdomen
- Flanks
- Buttocks
- Inner and outer thighs
- Biceps
- Triceps
- Calves
When paired together, EMVITAL and Emsculpt NEO can deliver complementary results. While EMVITAL temporarily reduces pain and stiffness, EMSCULPT NEO re-educates and rehabilitates your muscles. Together, these technologies can improve your mobility and provide muscular support that helps the root cause of pain, addressing long-term results for pain relief.
EMFACE
Emface is a facial contouring device that utilizes RF energy with high-intensity facial electrical stimulation (HIFES) to stimulate collagen production (a protein that gives your skin support and structure) and tone facial muscles. This provides you with a natural, nonsurgical facelift.
While we appreciate this treatment for how well it can tighten skin and reduce wrinkles, we also recommend it as an alternative to steroid injections in Abilene for TMJ. The HIFES energy stimulates the temporomandibular joint and supports muscle re-education, improving your range of motion. When paired with EMVITAL, you get a comprehensive treatment plan that targets jaw function, muscle balance, and long-term relief from TMJ disorders.
Emsella
Emsella targets your pelvic floor, a group of muscles that often gets missed in regular exercise. Spanning from your pubic bone to your tail bone, the pelvic floor is part of your core muscle group and helps provide stability, balance, and overall support. Your body relies on your pelvic floor muscles for waste removal, vaginal delivery support, and to give you control of your bladder. Just like with any muscle group, the pelvic floor weakens without exercise, leading to urinary incontinence, sexual dysfunction, and even lower back pain. But how are you supposed to work out these muscles?
The Emsella chair provides pelvic floor therapy to strengthen these muscles by delivering high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy directly to your pelvic floor. This strengthens the pelvic floor muscles and offers relief from urinary incontinence symptoms, like bladder leakage, a frequent urge to urinate, and sexual dysfunction.
We can perform Emsella and EMVITAL sessions the same day, offering you pain and stiffness relief while restoring pelvic floor strength and bladder control.
Frequently Asked Questions About EMVITAL
Still have questions about how EMVITAL can benefit you? We have the answers.
Does EMVITAL hurt?
Most patients find EMVITAL to be tolerable, often saying they feel a warming sensation that is comparable to a hot stone massage. This is another reason why it’s a great alternative to steroid injections in Abilene, as it doesn’t cause pinching, pressure, or stinging.
How soon will I feel relief after my EMVITAL sessions?
Immediately after your treatment, you notice mild feelings of looseness, reduced tension, and increased comfort. However, please remember that results are cumulative and require a series of sessions for maximum comfort.
Does EMVITAL provide permanent relief?
No, EMVITAL does not provide permanent pain relief, and it’s not a cure for underlying causes of pain, like arthritis or inflammation. For prolonged relief, we recommend scheduling maintenance sessions throughout the year.
Feel the Results for Yourself
We offer you a hands-free, noninvasive, and drug-free solution to chronic aches and pains with EMVITAL. To get started, request a consultation or try our treatment planning tool.
