Regenerative Medicine in Wake County
Advanced Regenerative Medicine at Raleigh Orthopaedic
Allowing the body to heal itself can be a lengthy process, and surgery is not always the best option. The goal of regenerative medicine at Raleigh Orthopaedic is to provide cutting-edge technology to stimulate and accelerate the healing process. When non-operative treatments have failed, our providers in Wake County may prescribe platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections or other therapeutic injections to help reduce pain, restore function, and potentially help the patient delay or avoid major surgery.
Raleigh Orthopaedic feels strongly that these treatments are investigational and need to be delivered with significant patient education and informed consent. With our research-based approach, we set patient expectations of effectiveness using evidence-based estimates from existing science and literature.
What Can Regenerative Medicine Be Used For?
Regenerative medicine is commonly used to mitigate chronic pain and injuries at various problem areas on the body. If your provider at Raleigh Orthopaedic thinks that regenerative medicine may be helpful for you, they will walk you through your options and ensure that your questions are answered. To see if you are a candidate for one of these services, please schedule a consultation with one of our providers. Conditions that can sometimes be treated with regenerative medicine techniques include:
- Tendon or Ligament Injury
- Tendonitis
- Arthritis
- Muscle Strains
- Articular Cartilage Injury
What are Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections?
PRP (or platelet-rich plasma) injections come from your own blood to promote a healthier joint environment. Platelets are cells in your blood that have many growth factors and anti-inflammatory agents, both of which encourage healing within the body.
For PRP, a sample of your blood is taken. The sample is processed to concentrate the platelets together into the plasma (a layer of your blood), which is then injected into the part of your body that needs healing. The concentration of platelets can be two to ten times greater (or richer) than the patient’s blood. These injections have been shown to create a less inflammatory environment in the injured body part, which can lead to decreased pain and improved function.
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At Raleigh Orthopaedic, we want to help you get back to doing what you love. With a focus on conservative treatment methods and helping patients avoid surgery whenever possible, we ensure that each patient fully understands their options and has the opportunity to ask questions along the way. We are proud to provide those of all ages in Wake County with orthopedic services that make all the difference.
