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Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) Injections)
Injections of platelet-rich plasma (growth factors)
is the newest, highly effective method of non-surgical treatment of various injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
Today, there is a boom in the use of this method of treatment, as platelet-enriched plasma in large quantities contains biologically active substances - growth factors that play a fundamental role in the healing of muscle, ligaments, tendons and bones.
In which cases are injections of growth factors effective?
✔ diseases and injuries of muscles, tendons, ligaments: tendinitis, tendinosis, enthesopathy, epicondylitis
✔ delayed fusion of fractures, false joints
✔ cartilage damage in osteoarthritis, injuries
✔ after some operations for faster healing of tissues after surgery: arthroscopic operations, endoprosthetics, etc.
How are growth factor injections performed at our medical center?
Preparation of platelet-enriched plasma takes place directly in our medical center. For this purpose 20 ml of blood of the patient and the special device - the centrifuge are used. Blood sampling is performed in special tubes, which are immediately placed in the device. From 20 ml of the taken blood 3 ml of the platelet-enriched plasma ready for introduction to the patient turn out. The preparation cycle of the drug is closed, which eliminates contact of blood with the environment, and, consequently, any infection. Next, the doctor injects the resulting plasma to the patient directly into the damaged area. At our medical center, the injection of platelet-enriched plasma is performed under the obligatory control of ultrasound for a more accurate hit in the damaged tissues.
What effect can be expected from the injection of growth factors?
✔ pain reduction
✔ acceleration of regeneration processes
✔ reduction of inflammation
✔ improving the structure and strength of damaged tissue
Advantages of platelet-enriched plasma treatment
✔ Non-surgical method: does not injure the patient, as operative methods of treatment, does not require special training and hospitalization of the patient
✔ Reduces the risk of recurrence - repeated, painful exacerbations of the disease
✔ The rate of disease progression decreases
✔ It is performed under the control of ultrasound, which guarantees the accuracy of getting into damaged tissues
✔ Higher efficiency than hormonal drugs
Which is better: hormone injections or growth factor injections?
Hormonal drugs perform only one function - reduce inflammation and, consequently, have a pronounced analgesic effect. At the same time do not influence healing of damages in any way, do not improve structure and durability of fabrics, do not interfere with repeated damages. For many patients, after the injection of hormones, it becomes easier only for a short time, but soon the pain returns and the next injection is needed. However, frequent administration of hormones is very dangerous. The World Health Organization recommends the introduction of hormones no more than 3 times a year, otherwise instead of the therapeutic effect of hormones have a harmful effect on tissues. It is necessary to remember that hormones should be applied only on absolute indicators and under especially careful supervision of the doctor.
Unlike hormones, injections of growth factors not only reduce pain and inflammation, but also affect the cause - damage. Growth factors trigger the regeneration of damaged tissues, stimulate the synthesis of components necessary for healing and restoration of tissue structure, restore integrity and strengthen the strength of muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones.
In any case, each method of treatment has its own clear indications. The choice of a particular method of treatment is the responsibility of the doctor, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient and the stage of the disease. Sometimes the patient's personal wishes are taken into account.
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Advantages of treatment in Orthopedics by Ruslan Sergienko
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10 years on medical services in Ukraine
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> 25 years of experience with leading specialists
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Anna Vovchenko and Ruslan Sergienko are recognized opinion leaders among the orthopedic traumatologists
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> 150,000 consultations were held
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> 7,500 surgeries were performed
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All types of pain management
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The operating unit is equipped according to international standards
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Availability of all medicines and supplies
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Single rooms, equipped with the characteristics of orthopedic patients
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Three meals a day
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Postoperative rehabilitation by certified specialists
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Pricing Transparency
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