Shoulder injuries can be a nuisance. Resulting from damaged tendons, muscles, cartilage and bones of the shoulder, these aren’t just painful but also result in loss of strength and flexibility. Usually, the way to go about shoulder injury treatment was through physiotherapy, or, in extreme cases, surgery. However, this doesn’t have to be the case anymore. With platelet rich plasma injections, you can now get a non-surgical treatment for many shoulder injuries that may not be responding to physiotherapy that is quicker and easier, than surgery, with far less [...]

With  advancement in medical technology, stem cell injection therapy has gained much popularity over the years. Stem cells are used to treat various health conditions and diseases, speeding up the healing process along the way. In addition to this, though, the method of treatment also has other advantages that make it stand out. Minimizes Risks & Complications As a minimally invasive procedure, stem cell therapy poses minimal risks during and after the procedure. This means that the person undergoing the procedure has little to no chances of experiencing a [...]

Platelet Rich Plasma treatment is used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and has proven to be extremely effective. Here’s what you should know about the eligibility criteria for this procedure. Age Individuals of any age are eligible for PRP treatment. Blood Status While there aren’t any restrictions regarding one’s blood group, anyone with low platelet numbers or bleeding disorders will need to be screened by their doctor. Health There are no bad candidates for PRP treatment...only better candidates.  The truth is anyone, regardless of their health, [...]

Musculoskeletal pain originates in specific regions of your body. These include the bones, tendons, cartilage, ligaments, and muscles. There are several approaches used to treat these problems. One promising approach is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). Using PRP to Treat Musculoskeletal Conditions PRP treatment can be used for a number of musculoskeletal conditions pertaining to the knees, shoulders, legs, elbows and wrists. Acute Muscle Injuries  Amongst the most common athletic injuries are acute muscle strains. In fact, according to a survey, 16% of international athletic injuries were due to muscle [...]

Although arthritis typically affects older people, symptoms of osteoarthritis, which is an affliction that can affect many joints of the body, most notably  the knees, have been found in people as young as 30.  Osteoarthritis causes stiffness, swelling, and pain in affected joints. While there is no way of completely curing the condition, there are a number of methods that may be employed to reduce the symptoms, including PRP therapy. How PRP Therapy Is Used For Treating Osteoarthritis The procedure is centred on obtaining a blood sample from [...]