Orthobiologics

Orthobiologics & Injection Therapies

We offer personalized, evidence-based injection treatments designed to help manage joint pain, tendon conditions, and sports-related injuries. Our approach combines modern injection techniques, including ultrasound guidance, with careful patient selection to help improve function and support recovery.

What Are Orthobiologics?

Orthobiologics are treatments derived from biological substances that may help manage pain or influence the body's natural healing processes.

One example is platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which is prepared from a small sample of your own blood. PRP contains concentrated platelets and growth factors that may help improve symptoms in certain musculoskeletal conditions.

Although these treatments show promise, their effectiveness varies depending on the condition, and not every patient is an appropriate candidate.

Advanced Ultrasound-Guided Injections

Our practice uses advanced ultrasound technology to visualize joints, tendons, and surrounding structures in real time, allowing for precise needle placement during injections.

Ultrasound guidance is particularly useful when treating deeper joints, such as the hip, or targeting specific tendons and other anatomical structures.

By combining image-guided techniques with individualized treatment planning, we aim to provide accurate, targeted care while minimizing unnecessary procedures.

Conditions We Evaluate & Treat

Joint Conditions

  • Mild-to-Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis

  • Hip Osteoarthritis

  • Shoulder Arthritis

  • Joint Pain & Inflammation

Tendon & Overuse Injuries

  • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

  • Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

  • Patellar Tendinopathy

  • Achilles Tendinopathy

  • Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

  • Gluteal Tendinopathy

  • Plantar Fasciitis


Sports-Related Injuries

  • Selected Chronic Tendon Injuries

  • Selected Sports-Related Soft Tissue Conditions


Injection Procedures & Treatments

Orthobiologic Treatments

  • Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections

Image-Guided Injection Treatments

  • Ultrasound-Guided Joint Injections

  • Ultrasound-Guided Tendon & Soft Tissue Injections

  • Corticosteroid Injections

  • Hyaluronic Acid (Viscosupplementation) Injections

Personalized, Evidence-Based Care

Not every orthopedic condition requires surgery, and not every injection is appropriate for every patient. We believe in carefully evaluating each patient's symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment goals before recommending an intervention.

Our approach prioritizes treatments supported by current medical evidence, with clear discussions about potential benefits, limitations, risks, and alternatives.

Our goal is to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support your return to the activities that matter most to you.

If you wish to be advised on the most appropriate treatment, please call 315-779-6784 to schedule an appointment or click here to request an appointment online.