Sports injuries are one of the most common musculoskeletal problems that require prompt treatment. Any sportsperson, for instance, wishes to get back to playing his favourite sport at the earliest. Surgery for joint injuries, ligament and tendon tears, common sprains, and strains often requires extended periods of recovery and rehabilitation. Long recovery and rehabilitation show an impact on the career of a sportsperson.
Regenerative therapy is an effective minimally-invasive treatment option for those who prefer to avoid surgery. Super concentrated platelets (SCP) therapy for Tennis and Golfer’s elbow is an advanced and best non-surgical treatment option where a person can get back to the field much faster, which helps to repair the acute or minor tissue damages and aids in tissue repair regeneration. In chronic cases stem cell therapy would be recommended for better results. Regenerative therapy is a game-changer for many athletes who wish to heal the damaged tendon, ligament, muscle, or cartilage. SCP and stem cells for Tennis and Golfer’s elbow works by enhancing the body’s own repair mechanism to heal the injured joint structure.
Regenerative medicine develops novel therapies or procedures to repair the damaged tissue and promote tissue regeneration in the body. Currently, it is widely being practised in the field of orthopedics to address various musculoskeletal injuries. Regenerative medicine holds a promising treatment approach for various musculoskeletal problems that require surgical reconstructions and replacements. Stem cell therapy and SCP for elbow tendon tear relieve the pain and inflammation of the elbow with simple regenerative injections prepared from stem cells and blood platelets.
Both tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow are the forms of elbow tendinitis that occur due to the damage of the tendons in the elbow. Although golfer’s elbow is less common, both the condition requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent further damage to the tendons of the elbow. Treating elbow tendonitis with stem cells therapy helps in faster recovery and rehabilitation without any side effects or risk of complications. Currently, super concentrated platelets (SCP) therapy for Tennis and Golfer’s elbow is widely being practiced throughout the world.
Sports injuries: Tennis and Golfer’s elbow
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is characterized by the inflammation or swelling of the tendons that connect the forearm muscles of the elbow. Despite the name tennis elbow, the condition is not limited to the people who play tennis. People who involve in activities like painting and regular use of hand tools at work might even develop this condition.
Tennis elbow occurs due to the repetitive motion of the elbow again and again. The weakening in the tendons in the elbow causes tenderness and pain outside the elbow. This exerts tremendous stress on the muscles and tendon in the forearm, making it painful while lifting or holding things for a long time. When this is left untreated, the ache in the outer side of the elbow might turn into constant pain and makes it difficult to hold the racquet. The stress on the tendons for the forearm can lead to small tears.
The pain and weakness associated with tennis elbow can even radiate into the forearm and wrist. The pain might make it difficult even to hold a cup, grip an object, or turn a doorknob. The stress on the forearm muscles leads to a series of tiny tears that would require immediate medical attention. The tennis elbow pain restricts an individual from doing various day-to-day activities with ease. Although the condition can be treated with painkillers and certain self-care measures, severe cases might require surgical intervention. The doctor will perform invasive intervention to repair the damaged elbow tissue if the symptoms do not improve after six months of non-operative treatment.
Golfer’s elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis is a painful condition that causes extreme pain in the tendons that connect the muscles of the forearm on the bony bump inside the elbow. The pain resulting from golfer’s elbow keeps a person away from everyday tasks and doing favourite activities. Similar to tennis elbow, the condition does not limit to those who play golf. Repetitive rotation of the arm leads to the overuse of the muscles in the forearm and causes tiny tears in the tendons of the elbow.
Any damage to the muscles and tendons that control the wrist and fingers can result in golfer’s elbow. The damage occurs due to the repeated stress, especially on the wrist and finger movements. Besides playing golf, racket sports, playing baseball or softball with improper pitching can lead to developing the condition. In some instances, lifting weights with improper technique can impose excessive stress on the elbow muscles and tendons. Also, people who are employed with certain occupational fields, such as carpentry, plumbing, and construction, can develop the condition.
Golfer’s elbow can be mild or severe depending upon the event of the injury. The pain resulting from golfer’s elbow typically worsens with specific movements that are usually felt on the inner side of the elbow. Also, it causes weakness in the wrist and tingling sensation that radiates into the fingers. The pain resulting from the golfer’s elbow might be sudden or can occur gradually.
Diagnosis: Tennis and Golfer’s elbow
To diagnose the condition, the doctor initially performs a physical examination to evaluate the pain, tenderness, and stiffness in the affected area. Along with the physical examination, the doctor will collect your medical history to understand if any trauma has led to the condition. If the doctor suspects any symptoms of tennis or golfer’s elbow, you will be asked to take a X-ray or MRI scan. X-ray imaging does not show up the soft tissues and the extent of the damage. Whereas, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan gives a clear image of the damaged tissue.
Non-surgical treatment for Tennis and Golfer’s elbow
In some instances, our body may be unable to heal the injury by itself. But, our own biological cells can enhance the body’s efforts in healing an injury. Regenerative medicine provides a solution where our body can heal the damaged tissue and grow back healthy tissue without surgery and any complications. Stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma therapy are the most effective regenerative therapies for tennis elbow pain and golfer’s elbow treatment. They are the non-surgical treatment options which do not involve an incision on the skin.
Stem cell therapy & SCP for tennis and golfer’s elbow enhances the body’s natural healing mechanism to repair & regenerate the damaged tissue. SCP releases a protein called cytokines & other growth factors that enable tissue repair and regeneration at the injured site.
Golfer elbow injury can be addressed with regenerative therapies without the need for surgery. The super concentrated platelets (SCP) concentrate contains growth factors that heal the injury. The SCP injections are prepared in the laboratory by using the blood platelets collected from the patient’s body. The SCP concentrate is 15 to 20 times more than the regular platelets collected from the patient. SCP treatment for golfer’s elbow is an alternative orthopedic therapy to surgery.
Post-treatment care
The doctor will suggest the best physiotherapy exercises that help you to recover soon from the injury. These physiotherapy exercises increase blood flow to the treated area and reduce inflammation in the elbow and forearm muscles. Also, practising physiotherapy exercises for a few weeks after the treatment helps to strengthen the tendons.
One should not impose excess pressure on the treated area for a few weeks as advised by the doctor. Any stress caused to the treated area might slow down the process of healing where the stem cells or blood platelets might fail to release the essential proteins that are needed for tissue regeneration. The repair of the damaged tissue and the regeneration takes place gradually, thereby healing the condition by itself without the need for surgery.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What is the success rate of SCP treatments for tennis and golfer’s elbow?
Super concentrated platelet (SCP) therapy helps to heal the damaged tissue in the case of tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow. Our blood platelets, when concentrated and injected into the site of the injury, release certain growth factors that enhance the body’s healing mechanism to repair the damaged tissue. Individuals who received super concentrated platelet (SCP) therapy for Tennis and Golfer’s elbow injury have found significant improvement within a few weeks of the treatment. SCP treatment naturally heals the damaged tissue and promotes the growth of healthy tissue. Also, it aids in protecting the health of the surrounding tissue from being damaged.
Can a golfer’s elbow be prevented?
Although orthopedic injuries cannot be completely prevented, taking some precautionary measures can help to reduce the risk of injuries. Practice simple exercises that help your elbow muscles to cope up with sudden physical stress. Do gentle stretches before you begin the same or do any strenuous activity. Keep your wrist stable while lifting weights or exerting force on your elbow. Take a break when you feel extreme pain in your elbow and seek immediate medical attention before the condition gets worsened.
Is SCP therapy effective for tennis and golfer’s elbow?
Most of the conventional treatments treat the pain and inflammation where the underlying cause is left unaddressed. However, in severe or chronic cases, the doctor would advise surgery that often needs prolonged time for recovery and might even carry certain post-surgical complications.
Super concentrated platelets (SCP) therapy for tennis and golfer’s elbow is an effective alternative to avoid surgical intervention. The blood platelets have specific growth factors that repair the damaged tissue and help in the tissue regeneration.