Discussion on the science of orthobiologics and how orthobiologics are used in treatment of cartilage injury
Instead of replacing the missing bone with a metal prosthetic, Viola closes the incision and places Roczen on the transplant list for a living cadaveric radial head, a progressive idea that could save his career but will extend his recovery time indefinitely as he waits for a donor. "The careers of a lot of the best motocross racers ended with a scaphoid or wrist or elbow injury," Wirdeman says. "Ten years ago, Ken would have been done."
Dr. Brian Cole of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and Steve Kashul talk with Christian Bezanar to discuss the Concept of Biological Surgery.
JRF Ortho provides allograft joint repair solutions.
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OneLegacy, the nation’s largest organ, eye and tissue procurement organization, has expanded its reach of helping more people lead healthier lives through its new commitment to provide fresh, “living” cartilage to the nonprofit JRF Ortho. This cartilage, which can be used by surgeons throughout the world, will allow more people to walk and will allow young athletes to more easily continue to pursue their passion.
Centennial, Colorado–based JRF Ortho has been selected as one of OUTSIDE’s Best Places to Work 2018. A non-profit provider of fresh osteochondral allografts, JRF Ortho is being honored for its dedication to helping employees find balance between work and enjoying life in the great outdoors, while also respecting the environment.