Neural Therapy: an innovative approach to chronic pain treatment

Neural therapy is a medical treatment that, adopting a functionalist approach, alleviates chronic and acute pain by leveraging the ability of anesthetics such as procaine and lidocaine to trigger tissue regenerative processes. The therapy targets the short circuits that can occur in the nervous system's stimuli mechanisms to initiate cellular renewal that restabilizes the functionality of the apparatus and eliminates the dysfunction causing pain. Let's see, then, how the therapy works and when it can be used.

14-02-2025

How neural therapy works

Neural therapy is a versatile treatment that involves injecting highly diluted doses of local anesthetics (especially procaine or lidocaine) to normalize the functionality of the autonomic nervous system, interrupting pathological circuits that perpetuate pain or disease. The administration of the solution occurs, depending on the case, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, intra-articularly or perineurally, injecting the anesthetic into the area subject to pain. Several studies have shown how the use of anesthetics - exploited for their regenerative power rather than their analgesic qualities - can modulate the nervous system's response, contributing to relief from both chronic and acute pain.

Clinical applications of neural therapy

Neural therapy is an established technique that finds application in the treatment of chronic pain associated with various pathologies, dysfunctions and rheumatic forms, such as inflammations and neuralgias, sciatica, low back pain, musculoskeletal pain, tendinitis, headaches and migraines. The use of neural therapy has also shown good results in the treatment of fibromyalgia and chronic and recurrent otitis. Furthermore, the therapy can also be used for the treatment of allergic conditions.

Safety and efficacy

Neural therapy is a safe medical technique that, anyway, should be performed by qualified professionals who can identify the most suitable therapy for the patient, conducting a thorough clinical evaluation. The number of sessions required varies and depends on the treated pathology and the patient's response. Neural therapy is well-tolerated, although mild and transient side effects may occur, especially at injection sites. As with any medical intervention, it is essential to discuss the potential risks and benefits of the therapy with your doctor.

Neural therapy represents a promising therapeutic approach for the treatment of chronic pain. At Studio Bonaccorso, we offer innovative, saf, and authoritative solutions to improve our patients' quality of life. If you suffer from chronic pain, contact us for a personalized consultation about the usefulness of neural therapy and how it can help you.

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