2018 Orthobiologics Surgical Skills Online-5 - PRP or PPP by Kristin S. Oliver, MD, MPH

5 - PRP or PPP by Kristin S. Oliver, MD, MPH

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses hamstring injuries and strains, focusing on the use of biologics in treatment. They talk about the importance of differentiating between myoblast differentiation and proliferation in muscle repair, and how certain orthobiologics can enhance muscle regeneration. The speaker presents research studies on the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in hamstring injuries, noting that while some studies show positive effects, others show no significant improvement. They also discuss the use of platelet-poor plasma (PPP) in muscle repair, highlighting its potential benefits. Overall, the speaker suggests using PRP for tendon injuries and PPP for muscle injuries for optimal results.

Keywords

hamstring injuries

biologics

muscle repair

platelet-rich plasma

platelet-poor plasma