Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a regenerative medicine technique that relies on the body’s platelets and growth factors to accelerate healing in the body. When you sustain an injury, your body responds by sending platelets to the site of the injury in order to begin the repair and healing process. With PRP therapy, doctors inject…
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Recovery from Shoulder Arthroscopy
Playing sports, cooking, driving, and pretty much every single daily activity employs the use of your shoulders. However, the shoulder’s mobility and usefulness also make it prone to instability and injuries. Chronic shoulder pain, stiffness, arthritis, and limited mobility can now be resolved with minimally invasive surgical repair. Today, orthopedic surgeons can examine your shoulder…
Dr. Hefley Contributed To A U.S. News Article
Dr. William Hefley recently contributed to a U.S. News article about questions that you need to ask your orthopedic surgeon before your procedure. To read the article, please click the link below: Click Here To View The Article
Exercises After Knee Arthroscopy
There are many instances when knee surgery is necessary. One example of a knee surgery that is very common is a knee arthroscopy. This procedure is used to diagnose and treat a variety of problems in the knee joint. Examples include: a torn anterior or posterior ligament, torn meniscus, out of position patella, torn cartilage,…
Orthopedic Doctor: Expertise, Specialties, and Training
An orthopedic physician specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. This includes the muscles, bones, joints, and all related connective tissues that enable the body to move. If you have suffered a muscle injury or are experiencing joint pain, your primary care doctor will most likely refer you…