Reduce Pain and Improve Elbow Health Without Surgery
Living with elbow pain from conditions like tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, tendon injuries, or osteoarthritis can make everyday activities—like lifting, gripping, or even reaching—uncomfortable and challenging. Whether it’s from overuse or an injury, elbow pain and weakness can disrupt your daily life. Surgery is sometimes suggested as the only option, but there are less invasive treatments that target the root causes of elbow pain without the risks of surgery.
Why Choose Regenexx?
The Regenexx approach uses your body’s natural healing abilities to help treat elbow damage.
- Reduce pain and improve function without surgery.
- Limit the need for prescription medications, frequent office visits, or invasive surgical techniques.
- Minimize downtime from work and activities.
- Concentrations of your own cells are customized for your specific type of elbow condition or injury.
- Procedures are performed by board-certified physicians.
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Conventional Treatments May Offer Temporary Relief, Not a Long-Term Solution
For elbow issues such as tendon injuries and osteoarthritis, common treatments like physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and corticosteroid injections may offer temporary relief by reducing pain and inflammation. Unfortunately, these treatments often don’t fully address the root causes of the pain and may not address the underlying tendon or ligament damage, meaning pain and limited function may persist or worsen over time.
When these conservative or common treatments no longer offer enough relief, surgery—like Tommy John surgery for ligament repair—is frequently recommended. However, elbow surgery comes with challenges, including a lengthy recovery period, limited elbow mobility , and potential complications like infection or stiffness. While surgery can reduce pain, it may not fully restore strength and function, and some patients may require further treatment or additional surgery.
Fortunately, there are alternative treatments that reduce the need for surgery.
Elbow Procedure Outcomes
Our patient registry contains real-world data that helps us monitor results and continuously improve patient care. Review our outcomes database to see how many procedures we’re currently tracking and what patients are reporting about their results.
Industry-Leading Musculoskeletal Specialists – Focused on Results
Regenexx patients benefit from the expertise of a board-certified physician who handles both their evaluation and their Regenexx procedure. Patients receive a treatment plan customized to their specific condition or injury needs. Regenexx non-surgical procedures are informed by research, utilize leading biotechnology, and are supported by over 19 years of patient results. These injection-based procedures require less downtime compared to surgery. Regenexx patients return to normal daily activities as tolerated. Most resume light activities and work after 5 to 7 days and return to sports at 6 to 8 weeks.
Doctors
Dr. Henry Sloan is a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician and has been in practice for close to 30 years. He is the medical director at Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital and CEO and president of Manzano Medical Group.
Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine
Dr. Ehsanian’s clinical and research interests are focused on enhancing patient outcomes through innovative approaches to treatment and care. Dr. Ehsanian takes a proactive, patient-centered approach to care, focusing on fostering long-term health through dietary and lifestyle changes, the cultivation of new life-affirming habits, and the development of a positive mindset. He encourages patients to reframe challenges in empowering ways, supporting their journey toward recovery with both practical guidance and emotional resilience. In addition, Dr. Ehsanian recognizes the value of interdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with surgeons, allied health professionals, and other clinicians to improve patient quality of life. He leverages his advanced training, cutting-edge technology, and compassionate care to guide patients in setting and achieving realistic, meaningful goals.
After completing his undergraduate degree at San Jose State University, Dr. Ehsanian worked as a Staff Scientist at NASA Ames Research Center investigating the effects of micro- and hyper-gravity on the vestibular system. Dr. Ehsanian completed his Howard Hughes Medical Fellowship at the National Institutes of Health where he developed his research interest in translational medicine. He completed his MD training at Stanford School of Medicine and his Ph.D. training at Oxford University, Christ Church College. He went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Neurosurgery at Stanford, as well as a Clinic Research Fellowship at Vanderbilt University, after which he completed a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and a fellowship in Pain Medicine at the University of New Mexico. Dr. Ehsanian is dual ACGME board-certified in Physiatry and Pain Medicine. Dr. Ehsanian is actively involved in numerous clinical studies and has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles in the fields of physiatry and pain medicine, contributing significantly to the advancement of these disciplines.
Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine
Clinic Locations
Manzano Medical Group - Albuquerque
505 Elm Street Northeast
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-727-4919
Hours:
- Sat-Sun: Closed
- Mon-Fri: 8AM–5PM
Manzano Medical Group - Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM
Phone: 505-644-0228
Hours:
- Sun: Closed
- Mon-Sat: By Appointment Only
- Wrist
- Hand
- Elbow
- Shoulder
- Neck
- Middle Back
- Low Back
- Hip
- Knee
- Ankle
- Foot
Commonly Treated Orthopedic Conditions
Regenexx procedures may help you avoid orthopedic surgeries, reduce pain, and improve joint function. Regenexx highly-skilled physicians treat a variety of orthopedic issues.
Select a body area in the adjacent image to see their common conditions.
Commonly Treated Orthopedic Conditions
Regenexx procedures may help you avoid orthopedic surgeries, reduce pain, and improve joint function. Regenexx highly-skilled physicians treat a variety of orthopedic issues.
Select a body area in the adjacent image to see their common conditions.
