Often, yes. Knee arthritis does not automatically mean you need to stop the activities you enjoy. The key is determining what is actually driving your pain and whether the joint, surrounding tendons, ligaments, or other structures can be treated or supported. The goal is to preserve function whenever it is medically reasonable to do so.

It may be. Age alone does not determine whether PRP is appropriate. The decision depends on your symptoms, examination, imaging findings, activity goals, and the condition of the joint. Some patients with knee arthritis may benefit from platelet-rich plasma, while others may be better suited for a different treatment or no procedure at all.

Sometimes. Not every patient with advanced arthritis needs immediate joint replacement. Depending on your examination, imaging, symptoms, and goals, non-surgical options may help reduce pain and improve function. In other cases, surgery may be the most appropriate recommendation. The purpose of the evaluation is to determine which path makes the most sense for you.

Recovery varies by procedure and by the area being treated. Many patients return to light activity relatively quickly, but improvement from orthobiologic procedures is usually gradual rather than immediate. A specific recovery plan is based on the treatment performed, your diagnosis, and your activity goals.

Yes. Regen Experts sees patients in both Dallas and Plano. Your evaluation can include review of prior imaging and a focused musculoskeletal examination to determine whether further treatment is appropriate.