AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course with CME-Biologics – My Players Are Asking, What Do I Tell Them?

Biologics – My Players Are Asking, What Do I Tell Them?

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In this video, the speaker discusses the use of biologics in tissue repair, with a focus on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and cell therapy. They mention that while these approaches have potential, many of the techniques are not yet ready for widespread use. The speaker summarizes the current scientific and clinical evidence for PRP, noting that there are different formulations and that a leukocyte-rich formulation with higher platelet levels may be more effective. They highlight several studies supporting the use of PRP for symptomatic relief in conditions such as knee osteoarthritis and patellar tendinopathy. However, they caution that there is wide variability in outcomes and more research is needed. The speaker also discusses cell therapy, which involves using cells derived from bone marrow or adipose tissue. They note that while cell therapy shows promise, there is still limited evidence to support its use. The speaker concludes by stressing the need for more research and better understanding of the mechanisms underlying these biologic treatments.

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Presented by Scott A. Rodeo MD

Keywords

biologics

tissue repair

platelet-rich plasma

cell therapy

PRP

symptomatic relief