Non-Surgical Relief for Joint & Soft Tissue Injuries

Chronic joint pain, tendon injuries, and soft tissue damage don't have to end in surgery. At Impact Health & Wellness, we use advanced, non-surgical therapies that work with your body's own repair process, helping you manage pain, move better, and get back to the life you had before the pain started.

Regenerative Medicine

A Smarter Path Before Surgery

Most patients come to us after trying everything else, medication, injections, physical therapy, and still not feeling like themselves. They're not looking for another short-term fix. They want their joint or injury to actually get better.

That's what regenerative treatment is built for. Instead of masking pain with medication, we deliver targeted, biologic-based therapies directly to the affected area to support your body's own healing response, helping reduce inflammation, ease pain, numbness, and stiffness, and support tissue repair without surgery or long recovery times.

We see the strongest results treating symptoms of:

  • Osteoarthritis, including pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility
  • Soft tissue injuries and partial tears (tendon, ligament, muscle)
  • Muscle strains and sprains

Also used to help manage:

  • Tendonitis and overuse injuries
  • Chronic joint pain, numbness, or tingling that hasn't responded to other treatment

Advanced Therapies That Support Real Healing

We use two core biologic-based therapies, often paired together depending on your injury:

  • Umbilical Cord Tissue Allografts: A donated tissue product rich in the growth factors and structural proteins your body naturally uses to repair connective tissue. It's placed directly at the site of injury to support the healing process.
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: We draw a small sample of your own blood, concentrate the platelets (which carry your body's natural healing factors), and inject it directly into the injured joint or tissue to jump-start repair.

Why We Pair These with Shockwave & Laser Therapy

Biologic therapies work best when the surrounding tissue is primed to respond. That's why we often combine allograft or PRP treatment with:

Used together, this combination can meaningfully improve outcomes compared to any one treatment alone, it's often the difference between a good result and a great one.

This isn't a one-and-done treatment. Lasting symptom relief comes from a customized, multi-faceted protocol, not a single injection. A typical plan combines biologic therapy with a full course of shockwave and laser sessions, plus physical therapy and stretching, in the sequence your body actually needs. We may also recommend lab work to help identify any underlying issues contributing to your symptoms.

Is This the Right Option for You?

This approach may be a good fit if you:

  • Have osteoarthritis pain, a soft tissue injury, a partial tear, or a muscle strain/sprain that hasn't improved with rest, PT, or medication
  • Have been told surgery is your "only option" and want to explore alternatives first
  • Are an active person or athlete looking to manage pain and recover from an injury
  • Want a treatment approach aimed at the source of your symptoms, not just covering them up

Not everyone is a candidate: certain medical conditions, pregnancy, and active infections may rule out some treatments. We'll walk through your health history at your consultation to determine what's appropriate for you.

What to Expect

  1. 1

    Consultation

    We review your history, current symptoms, and goals, and may recommend lab work to help identify any underlying issues contributing to your pain, to build a plan specific to your case.

  2. 2

    Treatment

    A typical protocol includes 1–3 biologic injections (allograft and/or PRP) alongside a course of 4–6 shockwave sessions and 6–8 laser sessions, combined with physical therapy and stretching. Your exact plan depends on your injury and how you respond along the way.

  3. 3

    Recovery

    Most patients notice improvement within weeks; full benefit typically builds over the course of the full protocol.

  4. 4

    Follow-Up

    We track your progress and adjust your plan as needed.

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An Investment in Fixing the Problem, Not Just Covering It Up

These treatments are self-pay. Insurance typically covers medications and injections designed to mask pain, not therapies designed to support your body's own repair process. We believe that's an important distinction: you're not paying to manage a symptom indefinitely, you're investing in a protocol built to address what's actually causing it. We'll walk through the full cost of your customized plan at your consultation, with no surprises.

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Patient Stories

What patients share about Impact Health & Wellness

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Efficient and knowledgeable!!!
Chris Levi
Google review · in the last week
I have had a wild ride of medical issues the past two years and this place has helped me through it. They listen and find real solutions to manage pain and physical limitations. I have appreciated the time and effort they have put in to helping me improve my situation.
Dawn Kelley
Google review · 3 weeks ago
I have had neuropathy problems for the last two years. My primary physician referred me to Impact Health and Wellness. The Impact Crew started me on Laser Treatments. They have helped with my sleep and skin discoloration. They recommended compression socks and new shoe inserts. The crew at Impact have helped me immensely. Thank you Impact Health and Wellness.
CHARLES STOUT
Google review · a month ago
I couldn’t be happier with Dr. Wilcox, Gerald and Caroline! I had a total knee replacement on 6/3 and am already getting around like a champ. Kind, professional and responsive! 10 stars!
Janice Reid
Google review · 3 months ago
This place is so amazing!!! Nick really knows what he is doing. His memory is crazy, he remembers details about every patient like a super computer. I came in with knee and back pain and he was able to identify exactly what was wrong, and things I had no idea about like having and extra long spine and and extra rib bones. We have a plan on how to fix this, and I already feel so much better after a few sessions. Can’t recommend enough!
Emelia Douglas
Google review · 5 months ago
Excellent staff, Excellent care!!! I have been seeing chiropractors for many years on and off, Dr. Nick is by far one of the best I have ever been too. After a few visits and getting to know the staff it's like a family atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Greg West
Google review · 8 months ago
Dr. Nick Southworth has provided exceptional medical care in addressing back issues including radicular pain, helping to increase range of motion and reduction of discomfort that affected quality of sleep. He is highly communicative and always upbeat in encouraging lifestyle changes to support the adjustment techniques he uses effectively to reduce pain. I recommend him unequivocally and also compliment Kim who is a blessing every time I enter the office. Efficient, personable and clearly cares about each patient!
Fredric Brown
Google review · 8 months ago
I’ve been going to chiropractors on and off for years, so I understand how adjustments work. I felt the office was very nice, well organized and clean. Had top of the line equipment and treatment options. Everyone I came into contact with was friendly and helpful. Dr. Nick was very knowledgeable, efficient and truly cared about how I was feeling and how he could help. I noticed his interactions were the same across every patient he made contact with was treated the same. Very busy office, but well run practice and I never felt rushed or like a number. Based upon my visit and experience, I will be returning for more treatments and would recommend to family and friends! So glad I found this practice!
Toni Durr
Google review · a year ago

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