Regenerative Medicine/Orthobiologic Treatments in Sacramento and Davis, CA
Orthobiologics are cutting-edge treatments that use substances from your own body, such as blood, platelets, or bone marrow, to support healing, reduce inflammation, and enhance recovery from orthopedic conditions. These therapies may be used alone or in combination with surgery to improve outcomes and speed up recovery.
Dr. Lee offers a range of advanced orthobiologic procedures in Sacramento and Davis, CA, including Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Prolotherapy, Autologous Cell Therapy, and Cartilage Regeneration. Each treatment is tailored to your individual condition, with a focus on improving function and reducing discomfort.
What are the Conditions Treated by Orthobiologics?
Orthobiologics can be used to treat:
- Articular cartilage injuries
- Early osteoarthritis
- Ligament injuries
- Tendon injuries
When are Orthobiologics Recommended?
Orthobiologics may be recommended when rest, medications, and physical therapy fail to relieve symptoms.
What are the Different Types of Regenerative Medicine Treatments?
The different types of orthobiologics include the following:
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): PRP is obtained from your own blood after it has been processed to concentrate platelets and certain white blood cells that enhance healing and reduce inflammation. PRP may be injected directly into the damaged tissue during an outpatient procedure or following repair surgery.
Prolotherapy: In this type of therapy, a natural irritant is introduced into the soft tissue of an injured joint or damaged tissue through an injection to trigger the body’s healing process. Prolotherapy is mainly used to treat injured joints and ligaments and is commonly employed for the treatment of back injuries.
Autologous Cell Therapy: In this therapy, a blood sample is extracted from a vein in your arm and a sample of bone marrow is obtained from the pelvis through a needle. Subsequently, platelets are isolated from the blood sample and stem cells are isolated from the bone marrow sample. After preparation, these 2 components are injected into the site of injury using advanced imaging guidance to promote healing.
Cartilage Regeneration Procedure: Cartilage transplantation is a procedure to restore articular cartilage in a joint by transplanting it from another region of your body. Articular cartilage is the white tissue lining the ends of bones that form joints. It acts as cushioning material and helps in the smooth gliding of bones during movement. Articular cartilage damaged by an injury is replaced during this procedure.
Risks and Complications of Regenerative Medicine Treatments
Administration of regenerative medicine is a relatively safe procedure; however, as with any procedure, there may be some complications, such as:
- Infection
- Damage to blood vessels and nerves
- Swelling
- Blood clots
If you would like to learn more about orthobiologic treatments for joint or soft tissue injuries, or find out whether regenerative options like PRP, prolotherapy, or stem cell therapy may be right for you, please contact Dr. Lee, serving the communities in Sacramento and Davis, CA.
