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Noun

1. 1
   The injection of an otherwise non-pharmacological and non-active irritant solution into the body, generally in the region of tendons or ligaments for the purpose of strengthening weakened connective tissue and alleviating musculoskeletal pain. uncountable

   "A state-by-state listing of prolotherapy practitioners can be found at www.getprolo.com ."

Synonyms

All synonyms

proliferation therapy

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"A state-by-state listing of prolotherapy practitioners can be found at www.getprolo.com ."

Etymology

Blend of proliferation + therapy.

Related phrases

connective tissueproliferation therapy

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