Orthobiologics in Kansas City

An orthobiologics program is an important component of a comprehensive orthopedic practice. KCOA is a complete orthopedic center, committed to determining the most effective consideration of all treatment options. These options can range from conservative therapies to surgical intervention.

The truth is, not all orthobiologic treatments and programs are created equal. Education, training, experience, and integrity differ in every practice and greatly impact the quality of a patient’s outcome. Not every patient is a candidate for stem cell, PRP, or proliferation treatment. You can trust that KCOA physicians will provide you with an accurate and honest prediction of success with these treatments.

At KCOA, ultrasound examination is the foundation of all orthobiologic treatments. Using musculoskeletal ultrasound, our providers can make a proper diagnosis and meticulously pinpoint the area of injection, allowing for the highest levels of both precision and safety.

Knee

• Osteoarthritis
• Some Meniscus Tears
• Chondromalacia Patella (Runner’s Knee)
• Patellar Tendonitis
• Ligament Sprains or Tears (MCL, LCL, ACL)

Hip

• Osteoarthritis
• Tendonitis
• SI Joint Dysfunction
• Trochanteric Bursitis

Elbow

• Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
• Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow)
• UCL Tears (in place of Tommy John surgery)

Hand & Wrist

• Osteoarthritis
• Tendonitis
• DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis

Ankle & Foot

• Achilles Tendonitis or Partial Tears
• Osteoarthritis
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Ankle Sprains
• Ligament Injury

Shoulder

• Osteoarthritis
• Rotator Cuff Tendonitis
• Tendonopathy
• Partial Tears
• Labral Tear
• Biceps Tendonitis

Spine

• Facet Joint Arthropathy
• Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction
• Disc Bulges & Tears
• Sciatica (lumbosacral radiculopathy)

Yes! Bone marrow and adipose (fat) contain rich levels of regenerative stem cells. These cells are withdrawn from an individual’s body, then placed in a centrifuge to separate the regenerative cells and platelets. This creates a concentrate that can be up to 25 times richer in these cells and growth factors. Under ultrasound guidance, we inject these patient-derived stem cells into the injured area to promote the body’s natural healing capabilities.

Conditions Treated

• Tendon injuries
• Osteoarthritis
• Ligament injuries
• Cartilage injuries
• Low back pain

Platelet-rich plasma, or “PRP,” is a highly researched method to heal injuries faster and without surgery. Via a simple blood draw, we can concentrate an individual’s platelets and growth factors with a centrifuge and isolate these important components to inject into an injured area. After a period of time, growth factors can help stimulate cellular growth and promote healing in and around the site of injection.

Conditions Treated Using PRP

• Tendon tears
• Ligament tears
• Joint Pain
• Osteoarthritis
• Low back pain
• Sciatica (lumbosacral radiculopathy)

The idea behind “proliferation therapy” is to irritate a tendon or joint into thinking it is more injured than it actually is, resulting in a profound inflammatory and subsequent healing response. KCOA providers use dextrose water as the irritant solution, with percentages varying based on the type and extent of the injury. During your appointment, an experienced orthobiologic’s provider at KCOA will determine a highly individualized prolotherapy application for your medical needs.

Conditions Treated Using Prolotherapy

• Arthritis
• Tendonitis
• Nerve Injury

Through years of research and practice, KCOA providers have seen particularly effective results through the use of combination treatments. In fact, we frequently combine PRP and stem cell injections using our bone marrow concentrate (BMC) injections, in addition to other complementary injections. 

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is one of the most common injections we use to support our orthobiologics patients. HA is a chemical that exists in a person’s healthy joints and tendons. Naturally, HA exerts anti-inflammatory effects, helps to cushion a joint, and keep tendons healthy. When injected, this anti-inflammatory solution encourages ligament and tendon healing and acts as a lubricant to protect in and around the treatment area.

Autologous thrombin is another supporting injection within the umbrella of orthobiologics. Thrombin is a naturally occurring protein essential for wound healing; our providers use your own thrombin, when appropriate, to help supplement your orthobiologic injections and produce the best possible outcomes. Using advanced technology that concentrates your thrombin within your blood, we essentially form a clot so that the stem cells from your injection can stay within the targeted area.

Each patient at Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance brings their own unique circumstances to our practices. We want you to feel educated and empowered to make the best healthcare decision possible for you or your loved one, which includes understanding the financial realities of each treatment option.

Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance and its partnership with Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute allows us to provide cost savings and convenience in one physical location. By partnering and providing services like imaging, bracing, and therapies, Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance patients see the financial advantages of our practice when compared to larger hospitals or healthcare systems.

We will work with you throughout the process to ensure we create a payment system that fits your budget and financial realities.

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