Common Questions About Stem Cells, Exosomes, & Cartilage Repair
I’m asked about stem cells almost daily. Patients ask: Can I get stem cells injected into my knee? Can stem cells help my problem? Can stem cells heal my knee faster?
Skier Tim’s BEAR® Implant Comeback Story
Determined to ski again after a sudden ACL tear, 55-year-old Tim Braun, a lifelong skier, opted for the BEAR Implant, facilitating his return to the sport he loves.
The Role of Hyaluronic Acid in Healing Injuries
A new study shows we may be able to use our body’s cells into anti-inflammatory cells, in combination with hyaluronic acid, which improved healing and limited damage.
Knee Surgery Scars & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Something I often discuss with patients before surgery is how long their knee surgery scar is actually going to be. In residency and fellowship, we are taught that the size and appearance of the scar doesn’t really matter.
Orthobiologics – study: Can ACLs heal faster using platelet rich plasma?
Here’s a relatively small study that suggests that we may be able to get ACLs to heal faster by using platelet rich plasma (PRP). Can ACLs heal faster using platelet rich plasma?