Check out www.AdamLoiacono.com for exclusive podcast content & high performance resources. In this conversation, Dr. Chuck Peterson and Dr. Cameron Davis discuss orthobiologics and their role in sports medicine. They explain that orthobiologics fill the gap between conservative treatments like cortisone injections and surgery. They discuss different types of orthobiologics, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), stem cells, and microvascular tubules. They emphasize the importance of understanding the difference between inflammation and degeneration in musculoskeletal injuries and how orthobiologics can be used to slow down the degenerative process. They also mention the variability and potential risks associated with stem cell injections, especially when seeking treatment abroad. The conversation explored the use of orthobiologics in sports medicine, including stem cells, exosomes, peptides, PRP, and BMAC. The speakers discussed the importance of understanding the difference between curative processes and treatments, as well as the need for patient selection and setting realistic expectations. They emphasized the need for individualized treatment plans and the importance of considering factors such as cost, efficacy, and the specific injury or condition being treated. The speakers also discussed the potential future advancements in orthobiologics, including the possibility of regenerating cartilage and creating bioidentical knees.
Orthobiologics fill the gap between conservative treatments and surgery in sports medicine.
Understanding the difference between inflammation and degeneration is crucial in determining the appropriate use of orthobiologics.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), stem cells, and microvascular tubules are some of the orthobiologics used in sports medicine.
Stem cell injections have variability and potential risks, especially when seeking treatment abroad.
Orthobiologics can help slow down the degenerative process in musculoskeletal injuries. Understanding the difference between curative processes and treatments is important in orthobiologics.
Patient selection and setting realistic expectations are crucial in orthobiologic treatments.
Individualized treatment plans should consider factors such as cost, efficacy, and the specific injury or condition being treated.
Future advancements in orthobiologics may include regenerating cartilage and creating bioidentical knees.