Sport Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery
While it may seem that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is new, it has been in use for quite some time. Doctors from various medical fields, such as orthopedics, sports medicine, dermatology, urology, and dentistry, have been using this therapy to boost the body’s natural healing mechanism and help patients achieve desired results. We at All-Star…
Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP therapy) is a new regenerative therapy that has revolutionized the field of orthopedics. It can significantly improve the way you feel or function after a degenerative condition like arthritis and musculoskeletal system injury. Let’s discuss the top 7 reasons why you should get PRP therapy for your musculoskeletal problem and where…
You may have heard about biologics and how these have revolutionized the field of medicine, especially orthopedic medicine. However, do you know what makes a wide range of products (vaccines, blood and blood components, somatic cells, and therapeutic proteins) collectively called biologics unique? Let’s discuss some common facts about biologics that make them unique and…
Many treatment options are available for musculoskeletal damage sustained due to trauma and disease. One popular treatment uses components of your blood to heal such issues. PRP therapy can trigger and accelerate your body’s healing process for bone, muscular, and joint problems. While it is groundbreaking, it is also relatively new compared to other orthopedic…
Substances play a significant role in the treatment of many diseases. The two most commonly used types are biologics and drugs. Although both can be effective, there are differences between them. So, what are they, and how do they differ? Let’s find out. What Are Biologics? Biologics are substances derived from living organisms or contain…
Biologic treatments are a natural way to treat orthopedic injuries and wear-and-tear on the joints. Examples of autologous biologics are platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and stem cell therapy derived from the body of the individual. You might have heard of these therapies being used to treat sports injuries. In fact, some of the earliest recipients…
