News Updates
Is PRF Really a New and Improved PRP Injection?
Source: Shape
Experts explain what PRF injections are, how they differ from PRP, and the benefits they can have for your skin.
PRP, stem cells may provide a positive impact for knee OA
Source: Healio
Leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma, adipose derived stem cells and bone marrow aspirate concentrate may have a positive impact on knee osteoarthritis, according to a presenter at the Current Concepts of Joint Replacement Winter Meeting.
Stem cell therapy reduces need for nearly 10% of hip replacements
Source: Medical Xpress
Daniel Wiznia, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Yale School of Medicine, is practicing a surgical technique designed to render 10% of hip replacements unnecessary.
Stem cell–based bio-implant to repair cartilage and delay joint degeneration
Source: Medical Xpress
A novel off-the-shelf bio-implant containing embryonic stem cells has the potential to revolutionize the treatment of cartilage injuries
Sanford opens groundbreaking stem cell trial for osteoarthritis
Source: SiouxFalls.Business
The ENDURE trial is a first-of-its-kind study, Sanford said. Adults with a diagnosis of osteoarthritis in the wrist, knee, ankle, shoulder or hip are eligible to participate in the clinical trial. The study is regulated through the Food and Drug Administration, and the cells are tested for quality and safety before injection, Sanford said.
Power of stem cells harnessed to create cartilage tissue
Source: Medical Xpress
Researchers at the University of Southampton have invented a new way to generate human cartilage tissue from stem cells. The technique could pave the way for the development of a much-needed new treatment for people with cartilage damage.
Hope For Those Aching Joints
Source: Forbes
At long last, there seems to be real hope in rebuilding damaged articular cartilage. Researchers from the University of Southampton recently discovered a new method to generate cartilage tissue from stem cells. Articular cartilage covers the ends of bones and acts as a shock absorber in the joints.
