BEYOND TRADITIONAL SURGERY: ADIPOSE-DERIVED TREATMENTS RESHAPING ORTHOPEDIC CARE

Adipose tissue-derived treatments are a major innovation in orthopedic treatment, providing a minimally invasive yet extremely effective means of treatment that contrasts with standard procedures

- Dr. Sharmila Tulpule

Adipose tissue-based therapies have transformed the practice of orthopedics, providing orthopedic surgeons with an effective tool for the treatment of musculoskeletal trauma and degenerative diseases. Adipose tissue, or fat, contains a high concentration of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and growth factors, which have regenerative properties. Current developments in adipose tissue therapies offer better and less traumatic options compared to conventional orthopedic therapies.

LATEST ADVANCEMENTS IN ADIPOSE TISSUE-BASED TREATMENTS

Recent advances in adipose tissue-based therapies have resulted in better and faster fat harvesting and processing methods, rendering these therapies more efficient and widespread. These techniques provide higher-quality fat with enriched regenerative cells, which are critical for inducing tissue repair and regeneration.

Such systems are increasingly being employed to treat adipose tissue in a closed, sterile system, whereby the regenerative qualities of the tissue are retained. The resulting processed fat (micronized) is injected into injured joints, tendons, or muscles to activate healing and eliminate inflammation. These advanced methods have greatly enhanced the quality and efficacy of treatments using adipose tissue.