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Understanding Cartilage Repair

Feb 4, 2020
3 min

Understanding Cartilage Repair

THE IMPORTANCE OF CARTILAGE Cartilage is a very strong, pliable, and slippery tissue that covers bones surfaces at joints. Cartilage has 3 main functions: Reducing friction between a joint’s bones during joint flexing and extending Providing a protective cushion between bones during high-impact activities, such as running and jumping Aiding congruency of the joint Smooth articular cartilage can measure anywhere from 1 mm to more than 6 mm thick and is bathed in a joint fluid,

Knee Aspiration Treatment Birmingham (Knee Draining From Swelling)

Jan 18, 2020
4 min

Knee Aspiration Treatment Birmingham (Knee Draining From Swelling)

WHAT CAUSES KNEE SWELLING? A swollen knee is a common problem which can affect people of all ages. There are many reasons why the knees can become swollen which can cause huge pain and disability. It is very important to determine what is causing the knee to swell. It may an acute condition caused by a traumatic injury like in sports or activities, or a chronic condition which has progressively developed over time. It is also important to determine the location of the swellin

Muscle Injury Treated With PRP: A case report

Dec 16, 2019
1 min

Muscle Injury Treated With PRP: A case report

Musculoskeletal injuries are the most common cause of severe, chronic pain and physical disability for the majority of all sport-related injuries. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is being used more frequently to promote healing of muscle injuries. Below is a case report of 39 years old non professional football with quadriceps muscle pain onset after kicking the ball during a match. Clinical and instrumental evaluation revealed a myotendinous junction (where the muscle and tendon

Effectiveness of platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatment for knee osteoarthritis

Dec 11, 2019
1 min

Effectiveness of platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatment for knee osteoarthritis

The below 2019 review looks at the use of platelet rich plasma (PRP) injection treatment for knee osteoarthritis. Platelets contain a high number of cytokines and bioactive protein growth factors which are believed to be able to effectively slow down the degeneration process or joints and may even initiate chondrogenesis (the new formation of cartilage cells). The recent review concluded that the scientific literature to date shows promising effects of PRP treatment in tissue

Nov 19, 2019
3 min

Comparison of Efficiency Between Cortisone & Platelet Rich Plasma For Osteoarthritis

What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a progressive, chronic degenerative disease that presents with varying degrees of joint cartilage damage, local inflammation and bone spurring. The progression of cartilage damage can often give pain, stiffness, swelling, poor mobility and can significantly affecting the quality of life. What is the treatment for osteoarthritis? Treatment is focused on reducing pain, improving mobility and preserving joint health by slowing the progre

Sports Injury Clinic Solihull & Birmingham

Oct 6, 2019
2 min

Sports Injury Clinic Solihull & Birmingham

Unfortunately, when taking part in sport or physical activity there is always a risk of becoming injured. Here at Dynamic Regenerative Medicine we provide a Sports Injury Clinic that specialises in sports injury treatment within the areas of Solihull and Edgbaston Birmingham. Within this article we would like to briefly discuss the common sports injuries along with possible treatment options available. Soft Tissue Injuries Soft tissue injuries include; tendon injuries, ligame

Effective Treatment for Shoulder Pain and Associated Arthritis

Oct 1, 2019
2 min

Effective Treatment for Shoulder Pain and Associated Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis is characterised by an insidious onset of shoulder pain with progressive loss of mobility in shoulder joint. It usually develops between the ages of 40 to 70 years, and also has a high level with diabetes. Treatment options associated with shoulder arthritis have been recommended to include oral corticosteroids, intra-articular injection of corticosteroids, injection of hyaluronic acid, physical therapy exercises, heat, manipulation under anaesthetic, surgi

Advancements in Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix (PRFM) Birmingham

Jun 17, 2019
1 min

Advancements in Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix (PRFM) Birmingham

New advancements in Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix (PRFM). - See what happens when PRP is activated It turns into a gel-like Fibrin Matrix. By localising platelets and biological growth factors and using a local tissue response in the treated area, PRFM produces guided issue regeneration. According to a previous study of skin treated with PRFM, new collagen has been identified as early as 7 days after treatment, and maturing collagen fibers are still

The Use of Regenerative Medicine in Practice

Jun 4, 2019
2 min

The Use of Regenerative Medicine in Practice

Injuries to the joints or tendons may be acute or chronic. Acute injuries would include sprains which may be the result of a trauma. These injuries can lead to simple synovitis (inflammation of the synovial membrane within the joint). But it may also result in cartilage damage or subchondral bone trauma. Chronic injuries are due to the repetitive nature of sport activity on the joints. These can be due to joint instability as a result of poor control and secondary loss of so

When To Consider A Therapeutic Injection For Joint Pain Or Injury? Stratford-Upon-Avon

Apr 26, 2019
3 min

When To Consider A Therapeutic Injection For Joint Pain Or Injury? Stratford-Upon-Avon

Written by Mr. Adam Whatley, Clinic Director When are pain relieving injections or joint lubricants recommended to treat joint pain conditions like knee arthritis or injury? This is all dependent on the underlying cause of the problem, the predisposing factors, and desired outcome. During this article I will be discussing when a patient might be advised to consider a therapeutic injection and what the options are - including cortisone injections, hyaluronic acid injections, p

Non-Surgical Treatment For Pain And Injury

Apr 12, 2019
2 min

Non-Surgical Treatment For Pain And Injury

Here at Dynamic Regenerative Medicine it is our focus and aim not only to reduce pain but to preserve joint health, slow the progression of degenerative changes and to restore functional control and strength. Here we begin the majority of out treatments with conservative means. In conjunction, we may consider ortho-biological treatment which is now becoming ever popular. Ortho-Biological Treatment These comprise of biological treatment modalities with regenerative medicine sp

PRP Treatment & Cartilage Repair

Apr 2, 2019
2 min

PRP Treatment & Cartilage Repair

So here we would like to discuss the efficacy of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) Treatment - for the treatment of joint damage / cartilage injury, which is commonly characterised by progressive pain and loss of joint function within joint osteoarthritis (OA). It has been well established that PRP treatment modulates the inflammatory and tissue damage environment through the treatment of high concentrations of platelets, leukocytes, and growth factors. Clinically, PRP treatment has

Mar 19, 2019
2 min

The Use of PRP Treatment in Sports Medicine & For The Treatment of Sports Injuries

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatment is a orthobiological treatment that involves taking a patient’s own blood and concentrating the levels of platelets and growth factors to promote healing and recovery in injured musculoskeletal tissue. PRP has been in use for over a decade and has gained increased popularity due to media coverage of its use in high profile athletes with injuries and its use in professional sports. PRP Injections are considered for soft tissues injuries tra

Mar 10, 2019
2 min

PRP and Hyaluronic Acid Combination For The Treatment of Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis is the most common progressive degenerative disease of joints caused by cartilage injury, degradation of the joint cartilage and bone spurribg. Various treatments are used in the treatment of arthritis symptoms of patients with knee osteoarthritis, including analgesics (pain killers), physical rehabilitation therapy and joint injections. Platelet‑rich plasma (PRP) is an autologous and multifunctional high concention of platelets of the blood, which is use

Feb 5, 2019
2 min

Are you suffering with joint arthritis? What are you options?

What Is Arthritis (osteoarthritis)? For the purpose of this article we are going to cover - osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a progressive form of joint arthritis which is characterized by the degradation and breakdown of the cartilage with in joints. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease and which happens as a result of wear and tear, however the mechanisms to why this happens it’s far more complicated than just wear. Osteoarthritis is common in knee and hips comm

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in Tissue Healing

Jan 28, 2019
2 min

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in Tissue Healing

So ultimately, the lingering question is does platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatment work? - findings say yes. Clinical evidence says yes. The this is why PRP treatment is becoming so popular with and sports medicine and orthopaedics. Clinical data and evidence has been able to identify not only improvements in osteoarthritis but also improvements in muscle tears, one being the rotator cuff (shoulder), which is unfortunately extremely common. MRI before and after has shown stru

Jan 10, 2019
3 min

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) For Chronic Achilles Tendinitis

PRP For Achilles Tendon Injury Previous and Recent studies have shown that PRP treatment can positively affect gene expression within tendon cells. Tendon injury can lead to a cascade of degenerative changes that eventually may increase rupture risk. This can include - reduced blood flow and repetitive micro-trauma which can then lead to tissue degeneration and weakness of the tendon. Platelet rich plasma (PRP) has the potential to reverse the effects of tendon degenerative c

PRP (PLATELET RICH PLASMA) TREATMENT FOR PAIN & INJURY

Jan 8, 2019
5 min

PRP (PLATELET RICH PLASMA) TREATMENT FOR PAIN & INJURY

PRP (PLATELET RICH PLASMA) THERAPY FOR PAIN OR INJURY TREATMENT If damaged or injured tissues fails to heal with rest and conservative treatment, a clinician may recommend a course of platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatments. It has been established that the natural healing properties found in platelets and plasma facilitate healing and repair in damaged tissues. When treating a damaged tendon for example with platelet rich plasma, the clinician injects PRP directly into the aff

Jan 5, 2019
2 min

What are the benefits of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment is a safe, effective, and innovative treatment option for joint pain, tendon injuries, and much more. The benefits and advantages of PRP treatment in comparison to other procedures include minimal side effects, reduced downtime and outcome success. PRP therapy uses your own specialised blood platelets promote and stimulate your body’s natural healing process, to provide recovery and optimal function. How does PRP treatment work? Our blood

Do PRP Injections Work?

Dec 30, 2018
4 min

Do PRP Injections Work?

What are PRP injections? PRP stands for platelet rich plasma which is a growing popular form of treatment for many conditions. During the treatment the clinician will draw A small sample of blood from the patient (20ml). The blood is placed in a centrifuge, which spins for 5 to 10 minutes to separate the platelet-rich plasma from the red blood cells. After determining a thorough diagnosis and determining the best location for treatment, the clinician will then inject the pla