For people living with chronic knee & shoulder pain
Chronic joint pain is stealing your best moments. It doesn't have to.
If you've been told it's “just live with it” — or that surgery is your only option — there's something you need to know. A non-surgical, FDA-approved treatment is helping thousands of Chicago seniors get back on their feet.
Does this sound familiar?
The pain isn't just in your joints. It's in everything you've stopped doing.
Chronic knee and shoulder pain doesn't stay in one place. Quietly, it takes over your whole life.
That sharp catch in your knee on every staircase — so you start avoiding them.
Lying awake at night because your shoulder won't let you get comfortable.
Saying “no” to the golf, the garden, the grandkids — because it just hurts too much.
Reaching for another pain pill that only takes the edge off for an hour or two.
Reaching for the railing now — and quietly worrying about a fall.
Feeling like the active person you used to be is slipping further away.
You've been patient. You've waited it out. But the pain hasn't gone anywhere — and waiting only makes it harder to treat.
So far, you've been offered two choices. Neither feels right.
“Just live with it.”
- Pain pills that wear off and add up
- Giving up the activities you love
- Watching it slowly get worse
Major surgery.
- Going under the knife
- A hospital stay and real risks
- Months of painful recovery
But there's a third option most people are never told about.
The third option
A 20-minute treatment that relieves joint pain — without surgery.
Think of it as an oil change for your joint.
At the Joint Relief Institute, a natural, FDA-approved gel is injected directly into your worn joint to restore lost cushioning — so bone stops grinding against bone.
The area is numbed first, and using live digital imaging, the doctor places the gel exactly where it's needed. The whole visit takes about 20 minutes. Then you get up and walk out.
You're in good company
Thousands have already chosen relief over surgery.
“I kept putting off knee surgery. After JRI, I'm moving better than I have in years — and I was home the same afternoon.”
“No pressure, no surgery. My shoulder feels looser and I'm finally sleeping through the night again.”
“They checked my Medicare first, then I walked right out. I'm back to gardening and chasing the grandkids.”
Still wondering?
The questions most people ask first.
“Will it hurt?”
We numb the area first, so most patients feel only mild pressure. The visit takes about 20 minutes and you walk out the same day.
“Is it covered?”
For eligible patients, it may be covered by Medicare and many plans. We verify your benefits for you — at no charge — before you book.
“Am I too old?”
There's no upper age limit. The treatment is gentle and well-suited to active seniors. A consultation confirms if it's right for you.
What to expect
How relief typically unfolds — visit by visit.
Every patient is different, but here's the path many of our patients follow.
Evaluation & — often — same-day treatment
A thorough exam with live imaging confirms whether the gel treatment is right for you, and we verify your coverage at no charge. Many qualifying patients receive their first injection the same day and walk right out.
Movement starts to feel easier
As your treatment series continues, many patients begin to notice less stiffness and more comfortable movement — getting back to short walks, stairs, and everyday tasks with less hesitation.
Back to the activities you'd been avoiding
By the time the series is complete, many patients report meaningful, longer-lasting relief and a return to the things they love. Your care team keeps tracking your progress and plans any follow-up.
Individual results vary and this is not a guarantee of outcomes. The number of injections and your treatment plan are determined by your physician at your consultation.
Don't wait another season
Find out if you qualify — in about 2 minutes.
Answer a few quick questions. Our team will reach out to confirm a no-obligation consultation and check your coverage before you book.
- No-obligation consultation
- We verify your coverage for you
- Same-week appointments available
See if you qualify
Where does it hurt most?
We specialize in knee and shoulder pain.
How long have you had the pain?
The sooner we look, the more options you may have.
Do you have Medicare or insurance?
We'll check your coverage for you, at no charge.
Where should we send your results?
We'll call to confirm your no-obligation consultation.
You're all set, friend!
We'll call you shortly to confirm your no-obligation consultation about your joint.
Prefer to talk now? Call (800) 238-9307
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