Knee replacement alternatives for patients in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and throughout the State of Florida include the platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy and adult stem cell procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Murphy and Dr. Arnold Ramirez at Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center. Providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art treatments for conditions of the musculoskeletal system since 1949, Tampa Orthopaedic is proud to uphold a long-standing tradition of superior patient care. Over the years, our Board-certified physicians have helped professional athletes, active seniors, trauma sufferers, and weekend warriors overcome pain and reclaim their active lives.
For patients in Tampa, FL, who require knee replacement, alternatives are available that may postpone or even preclude the need for a highly invasive surgical procedure – along with the risks, potential complications, and lengthy rehabilitation that typically go along with it. Some of the conditions that can be treated with regenerative medicine include:
- Meniscus tears
- ACL tears
- Tendonitis
- Osteoarthritis
- Other knee joint conditions
The primary goal of conservative therapy is to reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling to prevent the loss of mobility and function. In some cases, a customized regimen of nonsurgical treatment options, such as pain medications, anti-inflammatories, and cortisone injections, supplemented by knee replacement alternatives that incorporate regenerative and reparative techniques, can be highly effective.
To learn more about knee replacement alternatives, or to schedule a consultation with a physician, please contact Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group today. We are conveniently located at 602 South Howard Avenue, where we see patients from Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and all surrounding FL areas. Our outstanding orthopaedic physicians are trusted by some of the Tampa area’s most elite athletes – Dr. Murphy serves as a team physician for the New York Yankees, and Dr. Ramirez serves as a team physician for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.