Non-Surgical Orthopedic Intervention for Hand & Wrist Pain in Atlanta

Atlanta Innovative Medicine offers advanced procedures using Regenexx® injectates to treat chronic hand and wrist pain, arthritis, and overuse injuries using your body’s own healing agents.

Procedures Using Regenexx Injectates for Hand & Wrist Injuries, Overuse Conditions, and Arthritis

The Trusted Alternative to Orthopedic Surgery in Atlanta

Procedures using Regenexx injectates are highly specialized, non-surgical, image-guided injection procedures performed only by specially trained physicians for hand arthritis, basal joint (CMC) arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other conditions that cause hand and wrist pain. These procedures use concentrated repair cells derived from your own bone marrow or blood to harness your body’s natural healing ability.
If you are experiencing pain or reduced range of motion in your hand or wrist, regenerative orthopedic procedures using Regenexx injectates may be a good treatment option. In recent years, studies have demonstrated positive results using orthobiologics to treat ligaments, tendons, and arthritic joints in the hand and wrist without surgery.

What is Regenexx? Regenexx is a world leader in the field of orthopedic regenerative medicine based on scientific publications and is arguably the world’s most advanced platform for in-office interventional orthopedics.

As a licensed Regenexx provider, Atlanta Innovative Medicine brings the world’s most advanced interventional orthopedics to patients in Atlanta. Rather than masking symptoms with steroids or opting for invasive surgeries (such as carpal tunnel release or joint replacement), our goal is to address the root cause of the injury. By utilizing specific protocols designed to support the repair of damaged tissue, we aim to help patients return to their active lifestyles with significantly less downtime than traditional surgical options.

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More than 167,047 highly specific image-guided procedures using Regenexx injectates have been performed since Regenexx pioneered the field of interventional orthopedics, using your body’s own cells to treat common orthopedic problems in 2005.

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The published research on procedures using Regenexx injectates accounts for approximately 44% of the world’s research on the use of bone marrow concentrate for orthopedic conditions (cumulative n of patients published & treated with bone marrow concentrate as of 1/1/2019)

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Commonly Treated Hand & Wrist Conditions

While not a complete list, we commonly treat hand and wrist overuse injuries, tendon or ligament tears, and degenerative conditions with the Regenexx protocol.

Hand Arthritis

Procedures using Regenexx injectates utilize your body’s own healing agents—such as super-concentrated platelets—to help reduce pain and improve mobility in arthritic finger and hand joints, potentially avoiding the need for fusion or replacement.

Basal Joint Arthritis or CMC / Carpometacarpal Arthritis

For arthritis at the base of the thumb (“texting thumb”), our protocols use high-concentration bone marrow concentrate or platelets to help stabilize the joint and reduce pain, offering a non-surgical alternative to joint removal (trapeziectomy) or replacement.

Instability

When ligaments in the wrist or fingers become lax due to injury or overuse, precise orthobiologic injections are designed to help strengthen the supporting tissues, improving joint stability and function without surgical reconstruction.

TFCC Tear

For tears in the Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (the “meniscus of the wrist”), Regenexx providers inject high concentrations of your body's repair agents directly into the damaged area under image guidance to support the natural healing of the cartilage.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Instead of surgically cutting the transverse carpal ligament, we use a technique called nerve hydrodissection. Using ultrasound guidance, we inject platelet lysate to release pressure on the median nerve, aiming to reduce numbness and improve blood flow.

Trigger Finger

By utilizing precise, ultrasound-guided injections of platelet-rich plasma into the inflamed tendon sheath, we aim to reduce the swelling and “catching” associated with trigger finger, often avoiding the need for surgical release.

Regenexx Provider Patient Outcome Data

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Are you a Good Candidate for Treatment?

Good candidates are often those suffering from chronic wrist pain, basal joint (thumb) arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or TFCC tears who wish to avoid surgery. If you have been told you need a carpal tunnel release, thumb joint replacement (arthroplasty), or wrist fusion but want to avoid the risks and long recovery time, the Regenexx approach may be a viable alternative.

Procedures using Regenexx injectates are designed for individuals seeking to reduce pain and improve hand function by harnessing their body’s own healing mechanisms. It is ideal for active patients, especially those who work with their hands, who want to minimize downtime and avoid the scar tissue often associated with open hand surgery and prescription pain medications.

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Our Regenexx Provider

Dr. Farhan Malik, MD

Farhan Malik, MD is the Medical Director at Atlanta Innovative Medicine, specializing in sports medicine. He graduated from Saba University School of Medicine and completed his sports medicine fellowship at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas. Dedicated, patient, and passionate, he has over 20 years of experience in the medical field.

A long-time resident of Alpharetta, GA, he believes medicine is both a calling and a privilege. In his words, “There is no greater calling than to help people feel and look their best.” For Dr. Malik, this means addressing disease, dysfunction, and pain at their source–instead of just masking symptoms with modern medicine–so his patients can live full lives. He provides nonsurgical orthopedic care for acute and chronic issues and works tirelessly to restore each patient’s health, function, and hope.

Dr. Malik lives with his family in Alpharetta and enjoys an active lifestyle–something he wishes for all his patients. His interests include boxing and mixed martial arts. He recently served as a ringside physician for UFC 145 in Atlanta. This personal passion for fitness reflects his professional commitment to helping his patients live their best lives.

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Published Peer-Reviewed Research

Procedures using Regenexx injectates have been studied extensively for nearly 20 years. Regenexx also maintains the world’s largest outcomes registry for orthopedic bone marrow concentrate procedures and uses this data to refine its protocols and provide transparency regarding patient results.

Regenexx Frequently Asked Questions

Can Regenexx help with chronic wrist pain or instability?

Yes. Chronic wrist pain often stems from loose ligaments or overuse injuries. Procedures using Regenexx injectates use precise, image-guided injections of your body’s own healing agents to strengthen the ligaments and support the repair of damaged tissue, helping to improve stability and reduce pain.

Can Regenexx help thumb arthritis or pain at the base of the thumb?

Yes, basal joint (CMC) arthritis is one of the most common conditions we treat. We use high-concentration bone marrow concentrate or platelets to help stabilize the joint and reduce inflammation. This offers a non-surgical alternative to traditional procedures that involve removing the bone or fusing the joint.

Can Regenexx help hand or finger arthritis that makes daily tasks hard?

Absolutely. Arthritis in the fingers can severely limit grip strength and dexterity. Procedures using Regenexx injectates are designed to introduce high concentrations of repair cells into these small joints, helping to reduce pain and improve mobility so you can return to daily tasks like typing, gripping, or opening jars.

Can Regenexx help ligament or TFCC injuries in the wrist?

Yes. The TFCC is a complex structure that acts like a meniscus for the wrist. Regenexx providers use advanced imaging to place high concentrations of platelets or bone marrow concentrate directly into tears in the TFCC or scapholunate ligament to support the body’s natural healing process.

Can Regenexx help carpal tunnel symptoms or nerve-related hand pain?

Yes. We use a specialized procedure called nerve hydrodissection. Using high-resolution ultrasound, we carefully inject platelet lysate around the median nerve to release pressure and improve blood flow. This can reduce numbness and tingling without cutting the transverse carpal ligament.

How does Regenexx treatment for the hand or wrist compare to surgery?

Regenexx treatments are injection-based and performed in-office, meaning there are no incisions and no removal of bone or ligaments. This preserves the natural anatomy of the hand and typically results in significantly less downtime and fewer risks compared to surgeries like carpal tunnel release or joint replacement.

How is Regenexx for hand or wrist different from steroid injections or standard PRP?

Steroids can mask pain temporarily but may degrade cartilage and tendons over time. Standard PRP often uses low concentrations created by bedside machines. Regenexx uses a manual lab process to create much higher, customizable concentrations of your body’s repair agents, designed to support long-term tissue health rather than just masking symptoms.

What does recovery look like after a Regenexx procedure for the hand or wrist?

Because there are no surgical incisions, recovery is relatively quick. Most patients experience mild soreness for a few days but can perform light activities almost immediately. You avoid the cast immobilization and long rehabilitation often associated with hand surgery.

When can I safely grip, lift, or type after Regenexx hand or wrist treatment?

You can usually return to light typing and basic hand use within a day or two. However, heavy gripping, lifting, or repetitive twisting motions may need to be restricted for a few weeks to allow the treated area to strengthen. Your physician will provide a specific protocol based on your condition.

Is hand therapy or occupational therapy recommended after a Regenexx hand or wrist procedure?

Yes, in many cases, hand therapy is recommended to help restore range of motion and strengthen the small muscles of the hand and wrist. A therapist can also help you correct the movement patterns or ergonomic issues that may have contributed to the injury in the first place.

Why choose a Regenexx provider at an orthopedic clinic in Atlanta?

Choosing Atlanta Innovative Medicine ensures you are treated by Dr. Farhan Malik, a musculoskeletal expert trained in the specific Regenexx® protocols. This provides you with the highest standard of interventional orthopedic care available in the region.

Is Regenexx covered by insurance, Medicare, or employer benefits?

Most procedures using Regenexx injectates are not covered by insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare. Regenexx Benefits are offered through self-funded employers and specific groups as part of medical insurance and benefits offered to employees and group members. You can check to see if your employer offers Regenexx Benefits at https://regenexx.com/resources/am-i-covered/.

Am I a Candidate?

Find out if the Regenexx approach is right for your orthopedic condition. Fill out the form below to connect with the Atlanta Innovative Medicine team, and we will contact you shortly to discuss your options.
DISCLAIMER: Like all medical procedures, procedures using Regenexx lab processes have a success and failure rate. Patient reviews and testimonials on this site should not be interpreted as a statement on the effectiveness of treatments for anyone else.

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