I had my 1st PPR injection in the plantar fascia (due to a partial tear) 9 wks ago and then a 2nd injection 3 weeks ago. My doc told me that it was OK to start using class 4 laser treatments to further speed the healing. As a 2nd opinion, do you think there would […]
Has PRP been used for the ulnar collateral ligament? Dr. Andrew Blecher Are you referring to the ulnar collateral ligament of the elbow or thumb? It has been used for both, but more extensively for the elbow. Dr. Jon Rubenstein Yes, PRP has become a very common treatment for problems with the Ulnar Collateral Ligament. […]
I had cartilage worn on my knee… My doctor injected stem cells taken from stomach fat along with platelets. Is this usually part of the procedure? Dr. Andrew Blecher Although some doctors do provide this type of treatment, it is not the standard of care. There has not been a study or a protocol developed […]
How long can one wait before having a second injection? How is the treated knee usually monitored? Dr. Andrew Blecher There are no good answers to these questions as this procedure is still experimental. Have a question of your own? Ask the doc your PRP question today.
Hi, I was diagnosed with left lateral torn meniscus I sustained about six months ago. Presently, I have no symptoms like pain, swelling, locking on the knee. I can pretty much do anything linear except lateral moves like playing basketball. My question is will PRP treatments help heal the tear? How long before I can […]
