Abstract
In the past few years, interest in adipose tissue as an ideal source of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) has increased. These cells are multipotent and may differentiate in vitro into several cellular lineages, such as adipocytes, chondrocytes, osteoblasts, and myoblasts.
A Systematic Review of Outcomes
Jorge Chahla,* MD, Chase S. Dean,* MD, Gilbert Moatshe,*† MD, Cecilia Pascual-Garrido,‡ MD,
Raphael Serra Cruz,*§ MD, and Robert F. LaPrade,* MD, PhD
Investigation performed at Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, Colorado, USA
In the past, anecdotes lauding the benefits of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (OA) amassed faster than we could produce empirical data. As the desire increases to use minimally invasive, cost-effective treatments prior to surgical intervention, published data is finally gaining ground. PRP has now emerged in the literature as a way to reduce OA-associated pain and morbidity in the active aging population. READ MORE
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The Charleston Sports Medicine Team strives to become your partner in your total health. Our affiliated practice, FitMed Partners, also offers scientifically proven preventive age management, bio-identical hormone therapy and medically based fitness and nutrition programs. The FitMed Elite Athlete Program provides a menu of advanced sports performance testing, not typically covered under insurance, for affordable prices.
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