What are Sports Orthobiologics?
Orthobiologics, a type of regenerative medicine, seeks to use cells naturally found in your body to treat various injuries and ease pain. Our team at Ohio State Sports Medicine has been refining the use of orthobiologics through clinical trials for use in many types of musculoskeletal injuries.
Orthobiologics provides a large dose of anti-inflammatory proteins that attempt to treat your injury through your body’s natural healing process.
Our goal is to remove the aches and pains that are interfering with your life. We want to see you stay active, achieve your goals and maximize your quality of life.
What are the services offered?
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center offers a number of orthobiologics options:
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) – Our PRP procedure starts by performing a blood draw and isolating the platelets that contain proteins that reduce inflammation and stimulate healing. Our team adjusts the cell content, platelet concentration and volumes specific to each patient’s condition. The PRP is then injected into the problem area.
- Microfragmented adipose tissue (MFAT) – This uses cells that are found in fat to help cushion and support tissue. A small amount of abdominal fat is taken in our office, then processed at the bedside to create MFAT and then injected into the area of concern.
- Bone marrow concentrate (BMC) – Bone marrow is harvested from the back of the pelvis, in our office. Then, the bone marrow is concentrated to create a solution rich in healing cells and anti-inflammatory proteins. The BMC is then injected into the area that has been injured or is causing pain.
Who is a candidate for sports orthobiologics?
Our Sports Medicine physicians will evaluate your condition and medical history to determine if orthobiologics might work for you, and which type is the best option.
Orthobiologics treatments are an out-of-pocket expense not covered by insurance companies.
Whether or not you’re a candidate for orthobiologics will depend on many factors related to your personal health. You will work with your entire medical team to determine if these treatments are suitable for you.
What are the benefits of sports orthobiologics?
There are several potential benefits to orthobiologics, including:
- Reduced pain and inflammation
- May reduce healing time from injury
- Alternative to surgery and minimally invasive
- Natural approach using your body’s own cells
How to make an appointment
To make an appointment or learn more, contact us at 614-293-3600 or schedule online with one of our team members listed below.
Returning to activity
After each procedure, you may need to limit activity for a short time. Your doctor will create an individualized return-to-activity plan for you. Most of our patients resume their sport and exercise program quickly after their procedure. Treatment benefits are typically seen in the first one to three months.
Why choose Ohio State Sports Medicine for orthobiologics procedures?
Leading advancements: As part of a leading academic medical center, Ohio State Sports Medicine has been involved in multiple clinical trials. We work hard on clinical research to bring you the best possible treatment for the best possible outcome.
Expert care: Our model of care is more than just an injection – we’re working to improve every aspect of your joint, tendon and muscle health. Our team comprehensively assesses all aspects of your health to improve your quality of life.
How orthobiologics, a regenerative medicine, uses the body’s own cells to promote healing
Dr. Baria and Dr. Luke explain how orthobiologics, including PRP, uses the body’s own cells to promote healing for injuries. Find out how orthobiologics can help manage conditions like arthritis, joint and tendon pain.
Sports orthobiologics leadership
Michael Baria, MD, MBA, serves as director of Ohio State’s Sports Orthobiologics Program and specializes in sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Dr. Baria’s medical discoveries have led to dozens of publications, and his current research examines multiple angles of treatment for osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal injuries. His clinical and research interests focus on restoring health to injured tissue, with the goal of stopping the joint damage process.
As a former collegiate wrestler who’s undergone multiple knee surgeries, Dr. Baria is passionate about helping athletes and active individuals ward off the effects of old injuries and combat the effects of time on injured joints.
