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Dr Steven Sampson Receives Orthobiologics and Regenerative Medicine Outstanding Educational Achievement Award in in Seville, Spain. Dr Sampson Lectures on Shockwave Therapy and Regenerative Medicine History and Trajectory

Biologics are booming in Spain! The atmosphere was buzzing. With orthopedic surgeons, sports med & PM&R docs Interested in learning more about PRP Platelet Rich Plasma. Lots of similar challenges as in the US, in terms of doctors getting comfortable with standardized protocols and recommending them to patients as it’s a self-pay procedure ( not covered by …

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Dr. Steven Sampson Discusses Cell Therapies (PRP, Bone Marrow Cell Therapy, Adipose Tissue) and Machine-Based Therapies on the Awesome Health Podcast.

On the Awesome Health Podcast, Dr. Steven Sampson discusses cell therapies (PRP, Bone Marrow cell therapy, Adipose tissue) and machine-based therapies like shockwave for pain and inflammation. Tune in as Dr. Sampson shares his story of what attracted him to regenerative medicine. Learn some of the pitfalls in the field and what to stay away …

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Japanese Orthopedic Surgeons Visit Orthohealing Center to Observe PRP and Bone Marrow Procedures

It was great hosting Japanese Orthopedic surgeons in town from a traveling fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. Kengo Shomozaki, MD, PhD, has a specific interest in the meniscus and comes from Kanazawa, Japan. Tomohiro Matsui is a foot and ankle MD from Nara, Japan. Tomohiro is an expert in sports ultrasound and arthroscopic procedures …

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Autologous Microfat Injections at Orthohealing Center

Many published studies demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of your using your own body’s fat, processed into a substance called micro-fragmented adipose tissue (or microfat). Microfat may be used in musculoskeletal medicine with joint pain and soft-tissue injuries. Your own microfat helps focus your body’s ability to heal. We are using the latest technology including …

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Dr. Steven Sampson Lectures on Intraosseous Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Bone Marrow Concentrate (BMC) Injections for Advanced Osteoarthritis at NY NJ Pain Symposium

Dr. Steven Sampson recently lectured to hundreds of pain physicians at the NJ/NY Pain Symposium. The international event attracted doctors from around the world including Indonesia, Taiwan, India, Israel, United Arab Emirates, Hungary, and more! Dr. Sampson was able to share his pioneering work on intraosseous injections (injecting inside bone beneath cartilage). Pain management doctors …

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The Relationship between the Microgut and Musculoskeletal Pain and Inflammation

I really enjoyed this read. While I’m aware that subchondral bone in advanced joint OA and spine endplates have increased unique abnormal gut bacteria, I was not aware of some points reviewed in this paper. The Microbiome is seen as an endocrine organ functionally that regulates homeostasis via the bloodstream to distal sites in the …

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What is Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate?

Bone marrow is a spongy layer beneath the hard outer cortex within bone that hosts a variety of cells and proteins and growth factors and contributes to the body’s immune system. It houses many anti-inflammatory proteins and growth factors. Bone marrow has been harvested safely since the 19th century to diagnose blood disorders. For Bone …

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Dr. Steven Sampson Publishes Chapter on Intraosseous (IO) Injections of PRP of Bone Marrow Concentrate for Advanced Osteoarthritis

Dr. Steven Sampson recently published one of the 1st textbook chapters of its kind, describing Intraosseous (IO) injections for advanced joint osteoarthritis. When arthritis is severe, traditional joint injections may not be effective. In this case, one must consider targeting the entire joint including the bone beneath the cartilage called “subchondral bone.” This bone has …

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What is PRP?

PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma, a minimally invasive treatment using your own blood for orthopedic conditions. A patient’s blood is taken and spun down, separating it into its natural 4 components. The plasma or liquid part of the blood is collected along with platelets. PRP contains concentrated platelets with plasma and growth factors which are …

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PRP Therapy for Hip Osteoarthritis

PRP treatment to the hip involves taking a sample of the patient’s own blood and separating its properties by blood spinning or centrifugation. The yellow liquid component, or the plasma, contains platelets that secrete growth factors and other anti-inflammatory proteins. Using image guidance, typically ultrasound these cells are injected into painful joints and soft tissues. …

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