Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a popular, revolutionary treatment for the joint pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis and some traumatic injuries. PRP therapy for chronic joint conditions has generated a lot of interest since those conditions affect so many people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that up to 25 percent of all adults may develop a chronic joint condition. PRP therapy is increasingly used for other purposes, too, such as hair and skin [Read More]
Archives for July 2018
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Recover from an ACL Tear
A publication by Harvard University’s medical school estimates that about 200,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries occur each year in the United States, affecting both athletes and nonathletes. Over a third of these injuries are partial or complete ACL tears. A solid program of physical rehabilitation is essential after an ACL tear, whether treatment involved surgery or not. Sports such as basketball, soccer, football, and tennis may become additionally challenging after some ACL [Read More]
