September can sometimes still feel like summer in Portland—but fall is around the corner!
If you’re an avid skier, hiker, or weekend warrior, you’re thinking ahead. And maybe you’re a little worried:
Will my knees hold up this year? Is this shoulder pain anything to worry about?
When you’re in your 50s or 60s and dealing with lingering joint pain, swelling, or stiffness after an active summer, now is the time to do something about it—long before the ski lifts start spinning—so you’ll have time to train and build muscle during the dry months.
When ‘Normal Soreness’ Becomes a Warning Sign
A little soreness after a long hike or tennis match is expected. But when that ache sticks around for more than a few days—or keeps you from your usual activities—it may be your body’s way of saying: “Hey, you, I need support. Help!” Common complaints we hear during this late summer season include:
or walking downhill
getting out of the car or bed
from gardening or golf
from pickleball or swimming
These aren’t just annoyances, they’re signs that your joints, tendons, or ligaments may be struggling to recover as efficiently as they used to. Living with pain isn’t your only option. At NW Regen, we offer targeted, non-surgical injections designed to promote healing, reduce pain, and get you back to doing what you love—pain free!
Why Recovery Slows Down After 50
As we age, several things start to change:
- Cartilage wears thinner
- Tendons lose elasticity
- Inflammation hangs around longer
- Collagen production declines
All of that adds up to joints that creak, swell, or “flare up” more easily—and take longer to bounce back.
But here’s the good news: Regenerative orthopedic care can help.Pain doesn’t have to be the new normal.
At NW Regen, our targeted, non-surgical injections (prolotherapy, platelet-rich plasma, and adipose-derived stem cells) support your body’s healing process, ease pain, and restore your active lifestyle.
“Let’s get you back to moving your body without pain.“
~ Dr. ryan wood
Get Back in the Game—Without Surgery
Don’t settle for a life limited by pain.
NW Regen’s targeted, non-surgical injections can help heal injuries, ease discomfort, and get you back to the activities you love.
💉 Ultrasound-Guided Injections
We use real-time imaging to precisely target the source of pain—so every treatment is accurate and effective.
Some of our go-to treatments include:
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
Your own blood is concentrated to isolate healing growth factors and injected directly into damaged or inflamed areas—stimulating repair in tendons, ligaments, and joints.
Prolotherapy
We utilized a dextrose-based solution that gently irritates the tissue, triggering a healing response that strengthens weak or overstretched connective tissue.
Stem Cell Injections
Your own cells have tremendous value–for you! Our powerful biocellular injection therapies use stem cells that are autologous (taken from your own adipose (fatty) tissue), which means your body won’t reject them. Injections help to repair conditions in your ligaments, tendons, muscles, hair and skin.
Start Now—So You’re Ready for Ski Season!
Whether you aim to ski at Mt. Hood, bike through Forest Park, or just enjoy fall hikes without wincing—starting now gives your body time to heal and rebuild before the seasons shift. Reduce your chance of injury by training smart and working with the regenerative care experts at NW Regen while you’re preparing your body for fall and winter sports!
Let’s help you move through fall and winter with strong joints and less pain.
What Do You Need to Do Now?
You just need the right tools—and a regenerative approach that’s tailored to your goals. Our healthcare team is dedicated to solutions that address your immediate health concerns + contribute to your long-term wellness and vitality.
Book your consultation today with NW Regen →
NW Regen
We offer regenerative and interventional medicine – tailored to empower you with a more vibrant, active lifestyle.
