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Title Platelet rich plasma in musculoskeletal practice / Nicola Maffulli, editor
Published London : Springer, 2016
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Contents Contents and Formulations of Platelet Rich Plasma -- Platelet-Rich Plasma in Pain Medicine -- PRP: Tips for Application in the Musculoskeletal System -- PRP in Tendons and Other Non-bone Tissues -- Platelet Rich Plasma in Articular Cartilage Lesions -- Platelet-Rich Plasma in Knee Osteoarthritis in the Athlete -- Platelet Rich Plasma in Foot and Ankle Surgery -- Platelet Rich Plasma for Biological Therapy: Applications and Limits -- The Systemic Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma -- Potential Links Between Tendon Pathology and Platelet Rich Plasma Biology
Summary This book provides an introductory overview of advancements in platelet-rich plasma (PRP), focusing on current technologies and methods, new challenges and controversies, and avenues for further research. With many studies demonstrating a role for PRP in improving response to injury, this book aims to facilitate the application of this rapidly growing treatment option for trauma patients. Platelet Rich Plasma in Musculoskeletal Practice is a highly informative and carefully presented book, providing scientific and clinical insight for specialists who utilize PRP in daily practice, and for readers who are seeking to learn more about this effective injury treatment
Notes Includes index
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
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Subject Blood plasma.
Musculoskeletal system -- Diseases -- Molecular aspects
Platelet-Rich Plasma
Musculoskeletal Diseases -- therapy
Regeneration -- physiology
Wound Healing -- physiology
Plasma
Orthopaedics & fractures.
Sports injuries & medicine.
MEDICAL -- Pharmacology.
Blood plasma
Form Electronic book
Author Maffulli, Nicola, editor
ISBN 9781447172710
144717271X