Platelet rich plasma or PRP injections have been widely adopted in sports medicine as a way to stimulate tendon healing. PRP uses your own blood to stimulate a healing response by concentrating your own platelets and
Read MoreThe field of orthopedics is now in the infancy of a paradigm shift. Minimally invasive and orthobiologic procedures allow patients to return to activity at a fraction of the time.
Read MoreCan you avoid surgery for chronic biceps tendon pain? The biceps tendon is vulnerable as it crosses the front of the shoulder and is a common source of pain. In chronic cases, PRP may be an alternative to surgery.
Read MoreOrthobiologic approaches to partial hamstring tears or chronic tendinopathy offer faster recovery to traditional orthopedic surgery.
Read MorePartial rotator cuff tears are common and platelet rich plasma injections can be an alternative to surgery.
Read MoreChris Sale recently avoided surgery for his elbow, electing for a PRP injection instead of the prolonged recovery associated with Tommy John surgery. Learn more about UCL injuries and this novel alternative to surgery.
Read MoreThree weeks ago, we had the opportunity to use the new Tenex bone needle. The new needle received FDA clearance earlier this year, and is designed to remove pain-causing bone and calcific tissue. Similar to the
Read MorePlantar fascia is one potential cause of heel pain. Alternatives to surgery exist, and emerging therapies may help reduce pain. Learn more about the research behind platelet rich plasma (PRP) and Tenex for plantar
Read MoreMinimally invasive percutaneous trigger finger release can get you back to work faster and with minimal scarring.
Read MoreOver 90% of musculoskeletal injuries are treated non-operatively, and a sports medicine have additional training in non-operative treatments and can offer alternatives to surgery including PRP, stem cells/biologic
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