What Is Joint Pain?

Joint pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints among adults—and it’s on the rise. As of 2024, an estimated 26% of U.S. adults (over 58 million people) have been diagnosed with arthritis, making it the leading cause of work-related disability in the country.

Joint pain can result from many factors, including arthritis, overuse injuries, autoimmune inflammation, and soft tissue damage to ligaments, tendons, or cartilage. In sports or high-intensity training, inadequate muscle balance and joint stability can significantly increase the risk of soft tissue injuries—especially when the body hasn’t had time to properly adapt or recover.

As inflammation increases, joint fluid decreases and cartilage begins to deteriorate, causing pain, stiffness, and long-term damage if not addressed.

Diagnosing Joint Pain

The source of joint pain is typically diagnosed through:

• Physical examination and medical history

• X-rays to assess bone changes or joint narrowing (seen in arthritis)

• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) for detailed visualization of soft tissue injuries (tendons, ligaments, meniscus) without radiation exposure

Identifying the root cause of joint discomfort is key to developing a long-term treatment plan that promotes healing—not just symptom relief.

Common Symptoms of Joint Pain

Joint pain can vary in intensity and duration, but common symptoms include:

• Pain with movement or at rest

• Stiffness, especially in the morning or after inactivity

• Swelling and inflammation

• Limited range of motion

• Weakness or joint instability

• Popping, clicking, or grinding sensations

Our Approach to Treating Joint Pain

At DeLucia Vitality, we take a regenerative and functional approach to managing joint pain—aiming to reduce inflammation, repair damaged tissue, and restore mobility with minimal side effects. Rather than masking symptoms, we focus on supporting your body’s own healing process.

We offer the following treatment options:

᯽IV Therapy
Delivers targeted nutrients to reduce inflammation, support joint health, and accelerate tissue repair.

᯽Peptide Therapy
Uses signaling molecules to stimulate healing and regeneration of connective tissue, ligaments, and tendons.

᯽Regenerative Medicine
Acellular (exosome) and cellular therapies can help reduce inflammation and stimulate tissue repair, often offering longer-lasting relief than traditional options.

᯽ Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
Supports joint and bone health by optimizing hormone levels—especially important during menopause or andropause when estrogen or testosterone decline can worsen joint pain.

Why We Avoid Over-Reliance on Steroid Injections

While cortisone injections are commonly used for quick pain relief, repeated use can cause cellular damage, weaken tissue over time, and actually accelerate joint degeneration.
Likewise, hyaluronic acid injections, often used in knee joints, may offer temporary relief by improving joint lubrication—but results are usually short-lived and not regenerative.

A Smarter, Long-Term Approach to Joint Health

Our goal isn’t just to relieve your pain—it’s to help you move better, feel stronger, and live fully without recurring flare-ups or invasive surgery. With a personalized plan built around your symptoms, movement patterns, and lifestyle, we help you heal at the source.