Elbow: An Approach to Orthobiologic Injections-Elbow: An Approach to Orthobiologic Injections

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Video Summary

This video provides an overview of the use of orthobiologic injections for the treatment of various elbow conditions. The presenters discuss the conservative treatment options for elbow tendinopathies, such as physical therapy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and therapeutic modalities. They also explore the limitations and potential negative effects of corticosteroid injections. The presenters then delve into the use of orthobiologics, specifically platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and prolotherapy, for elbow tendon and ligament pathologies. They highlight the differences between PRP and prolotherapy, including the use of leukocyte-rich or leukocyte-poor PRP depending on the specific pathology. The presenters also discuss the potential use of mesenchymal stem cells for more severe tendon or ligament injuries. The video concludes with a discussion of patient selection, treatment options, and post-procedure rehabilitation protocols for each phase of treatment. They emphasize the importance of a comprehensive approach that includes proper diagnosis, physical therapy, and patient education. Overall, the video provides a detailed overview of the current use of orthobiologic injections for elbow conditions and offers insights into patient selection and post-procedure rehabilitation.

Keywords

orthobiologic injections

elbow conditions

conservative treatment options

elbow tendinopathies

platelet-rich plasma

prolotherapy

corticosteroid injections

mesenchymal stem cells

patient selection

rehabilitation protocols