Patients frequently ask if they can get stem cell treatment for their arthritis or rotator cuff tears. Some even ask if stem cells are legal in America or do they have to go overseas? So, we must explain what stem cells are: Stem cells are [...]

Try Lipogems, a minimally invasive, FDA cleared option that can be performed in the clinic or adjunct to arthroscopic or orthopedic surgery to help heal damaged or injured tissue.   Why do people prefer to avoid major invasive surgery?   “Many patients have tried conservative options […]

What Is PRP/PRGF? Platelet-rich plasma, or Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRP/PRGF), are a form of regenerative medicine that can be injected into injury sites. Plasma is one of the main components in your blood, along with platelets, and red and white blood cells. PRP/PRGF […]

One of the most common knee injuries is a torn meniscus. Situated between the skin and thigh bone in the leg, your meniscus is the cartilage that separates the bones in the joint and ensures smooth, fluid movements. Movements that place abnormal strain or forceful […]

Although the term may be coined tennis elbow, the majority of patients suffering from it don’t actually play tennis. It may be common among tennis players, but most people will suffer from tennis elbow due to excessive strain or repetitive overuse of the muscles and […]

 Dr. John Ferrell of Regenerative Orthopedics and Sports Medicine hosts this week’s webinar which explores the phenomenon of what is knowns as the orthopedic treatment gap. Other important topics being discussed are how Covid-19 has affected surgery and orthopedics as well as the solution […]

A recent article posted in the Washington Post outlines the story of a man named Matt Oates. He says there is nothing he loves more than running, and ran over 2400 miles in 2018, including 14 half marathons! Unfortunately, after suffering a series of knee […]

Recently, Dr. Nathan Yokel was featured on the Washington Wellness podcast to discuss regenerative medicine. The Washington Wellness is a podcast aimed at educating the local DC community about health, fitness, and wellness to help listeners improve their quality of life. In the episode “Help […]