Precise ultrasound-guided procedures to treat injuries and conditions with effectiveness and safety.
A Medicina Regenerativa It is an emerging field aimed at repairing or replacing damaged tissues by stimulating the body’s natural healing ability. It uses biological therapies, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and other treatments based on growth factors, to promote the regeneration of tissues, tendons, ligaments, muscles, and bones.
As Técnicas Ecoguiadas Minimamente Invasivas são procedimentos realizados com a ajuda de ecografia, que permite ao médico visualizar com precisão a área a ser tratada em tempo real. Isto melhora significativamente a exatidão das intervenções, como a aplicação de injeções terapêuticas ou pequenos procedimentos, reduzindo o risco de complicações e minimizando o desconforto para o paciente.
Calcific tendinopathy (tendon calcification), characterized by the presence of calcium deposits in the tendons, can cause significant pain and functional limitations. The barbotage and calcification lavage technique is an effective treatment aimed at relieving symptoms and promoting recovery.
Keywords: Tendon calcification; Shoulder calcification; Hip calcification; Elbow calcification.
Barbotage involves the introduction of a saline solution into the area of tendon calcification through a needle, while aspiration is performed simultaneously. This technique allows for the breakdown and removal of calcium deposits, relieving pressure on the surrounding tissues and reducing inflammation.
Patients who experience persistent pain and functional limitations due to tendinous calcifications (calcium deposits in the tendons) are the primary candidates for this approach. A thorough assessment and accurate diagnosis are essential to determine the need and effectiveness of the treatment.
If you suffer from calcific tendinopathy (e.g., calcification in the shoulder), consider scheduling a consultation for a detailed evaluation and to discuss treatment options, including barbotage and calcification lavage. Your health and well-being are our priority!
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment is an innovative approach that uses the body's own resources to promote healing and tissue regeneration. This method, performed under ultrasound guidance, offers precise and effective application for various musculoskeletal conditions.
PRP is a concentration of platelets obtained from the patient's blood. These platelets are rich in growth factors and proteins that play a crucial role in tissue healing. The treatment involves extracting a small amount of blood, processing it to separate the PRP, and injecting this concentrate into the affected area.
This treatment is recommended for patients suffering from tendon injuries (tendinitis), osteoarthritis, arthritis, muscle injuries (muscle tears), among other conditions. An individualized assessment will help determine if PRP is the right solution for your case.
If you're looking for an effective and natural alternative for injury recovery, consider Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment under ultrasound guidance. Contact us to learn more about how this method can assist in your recovery and well-being!
Viscosupplementation is an innovative treatment used to relieve pain and improve mobility in joints affected by osteoarthritis and other joint conditions. Performed under ultrasound guidance, this technique ensures precise and safe application of the product.
This treatment involves injecting hyaluronic acid into the joints, which acts as a lubricant and shock absorber. Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally present in synovial fluid, responsible for keeping the joint healthy and functioning properly. With the degradation of synovial fluid, the joint can become painful and stiff. Viscosupplementation helps restore this lubrication, alleviating symptoms and improving joint function.
Viscosupplementation is especially indicated for patients with osteoarthritis, meniscal injuries (e.g., meniscus tear or meniscal degeneration), chondromalacia, and other joint injuries.
Keywords: Knee osteoarthritis, Hip osteoarthritis, Shoulder osteoarthritis, Ankle osteoarthritis, Meniscus injury, Meniscus tear, Chondromalacia, Cartilage injury, Patellofemoral syndrome, Patellar external overload syndrome.
**Visco Plus** is an advanced approach that combines two innovative techniques—Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and viscosupplementation—to promote joint regeneration and alleviate pain. Performed under ultrasound guidance, this combination offers a personalized and effective treatment for patients with joint conditions.
Visco Plus consists of the combined administration of PRP and hyaluronic acid into the affected joint. PRP, obtained from the patient's own blood, contains growth factors that stimulate tissue regeneration. On the other hand, viscosupplementation provides lubrication and structural support to the joints, improving their function.
Visco Plus is indicated for patients with osteoarthritis, joint injuries, tendinopathies, and other conditions affecting joint function.
Keywords: Knee osteoarthritis, Hip osteoarthritis, Shoulder osteoarthritis, Ankle osteoarthritis, Meniscus injury, Meniscus tear, Chondromalacia, Cartilage injury, Patellofemoral syndrome, Patellar external overload syndrome.
Percutaneous Microtenotomy under ultrasound guidance combined with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injection is an advanced therapeutic approach aimed at effectively treating tendon injuries in a minimally invasive manner. This method combines the precision of ultrasound with the regenerative capacity of PRP, offering significant results for patients with tendinopathies.
Percutaneous microtenotomy is a procedure that involves making small incisions in the affected tendon, allowing for the release of fibrous tissue and promoting regeneration. When performed under ultrasound guidance, the technique ensures maximum precision in locating the affected areas, minimizing the risk of injury to adjacent structures.
After percutaneous microtenotomy, the injection of PRP enhances the effects of the treatment by providing growth factors and proteins that stimulate healing and tendon regeneration. The PRP is extracted from the patient's own blood, which reduces the risk of adverse reactions.
This approach is recommended for patients with chronic tendinopathies, such as rotator cuff tendinitis ("shoulder tendinitis"), epicondylitis ("elbow tendinitis", "tennis elbow"), trochanteritis ("hip tendinitis"), Achilles tendinopathy, and other tendon-related conditions.
Capsular hydrodistension is an effective treatment for joint pain and stiffness, particularly in the shoulder, associated with conditions such as frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). This minimally invasive technique aims to restore mobility and relieve pain, improving patients' quality of life.
This procedure involves injecting a saline solution into the shoulder joint capsule to stretch and release tissues that may be stiff or inflamed. The distension helps increase the range of motion and relieve pressure on adjacent structures, providing pain relief.
Capsular hydrodistension is recommended for patients experiencing shoulder pain and stiffness, particularly those diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis. This treatment aims to enhance and accelerate rehabilitation efforts in the context of Physiotherapy.
Ultrasound-guided percutaneous carpal tunnel release ("Carpal Tunnel Hydrodissection") is an innovative and minimally invasive procedure designed to treat carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition that causes pain, tingling, and weakness in the hand and fingers. This technique offers an effective solution to relieve symptoms and restore functionality to the affected limb. without the need for surgery..
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, becomes compressed due to inflammation or factors such as overuse, trauma, or medical conditions. Symptoms include pain, tingling, and weakness, which can interfere with daily activities and quality of life.
This procedure involves a small "puncture" in the skin, through which a needle is placed inside the carpal tunnel, guided by ultrasound. A high volume of fluid is then instilled to "widen the carpal tunnel" and "release" the median nerve, relieving pressure around the nerve. Ultrasound is used to guide the physician during the procedure, ensuring precise targeting of the compression and minimising the risk of injury to adjacent structures.
Ultrasound-guided percutaneous carpal tunnel release is recommended for patients with persistent symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome who have not found relief with conservative treatments.
Ultrasound-guided aspiration procedures are therapeutic techniques that use ultrasound to guide the aspiration of fluids accumulated in the joints or soft tissues. This method is particularly useful for the diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving inflammation, swelling, or cyst formation.
Aspiration is the process of removing abnormal fluid accumulated in a specific area of the body, such as joints, bursae, or cysts. The use of ultrasound allows the doctor to visualize the area to be aspirated in real-time, enhancing the precision and effectiveness of the procedure.
Ultrasound-guided aspirative procedures are indicated for patients who have swelling or pain in joints, such as knees, shoulders, or ankles, as well as for those with cysts or bursitis.
Keywords: Cyst; Baker's Cyst; Synovial Cyst; Ganglion Cyst; Bursitis; Joint Effusion; Hydarthrosis; "Fluid in the knee"; "Fluid in the ankle"; "Fluid in the shoulder"
Ultrasound-guided injections are medical procedures that use ultrasound to guide the precise application of medications. in joints or soft tissues. These techniques are safe and widely used in the treatment of joint and soft tissue pain, providing rapid relief and recovery of function and mobility. minimizing the systemic side effects of oral medications..
This technique involves the administration of medications directly to the affected area, whether in joints or soft tissues such as muscles, tendons, and bursae. Ultrasound allows the doctor to visualize the area being treated in real-time, enhancing the accuracy and safety of the procedure.
These techniques are indicated for patients with chronic joint pain, tendinitis, bursitis, and other conditions affecting soft tissues and joints (see list below).
Keywords: Bursitis; Tendinitis; Trigger Finger; Stenosing Tenosynovitis; Morton's Neuroma; Osteoarthritis; Arthritis; Synovitis; Synovial Plica; Chondritis; Sciatic Pain; Piriformis Syndrome; Dupuytren's Contracture; De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks are a specialized treatment aimed at relieving chronic pain, facilitating the rehabilitation process, and improving patients' quality of life. This technique is particularly useful in cases of chronic joint pain, complex regional pain syndrome (reflex sympathetic dystrophy), neuritis, and as a diagnostic tool.
This procedure involves the application of anesthetics or medications directly near specific nerves, temporarily blocking pain transmission. The use of ultrasound allows for precise identification of the target nerve, enhancing the effectiveness of the treatment and minimizing risks.
Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks are indicated for patients with chronic joint pain, neuritis, complex regional pain syndrome, and other chronic pain conditions.
Keywords: Osteoarthritis; Pain; Chronic pain; Degenerative injuries; Fractures; Neuritis; Reflex sympathetic dystrophy; Complex regional pain syndrome; Painful knee prosthesis; Painful shoulder prosthesis; Painful hip prosthesis.
Radiofrequency is an innovative and minimally invasive technique for relieving chronic pain caused by osteoarthritis. This procedure directly targets the nerves that transmit pain in affected joints, such as the knee, shoulder, and hip, providing long-lasting relief and improving quality of life.
Radiofrequency involves the controlled application of heat waves that act on the nerves responsible for transmitting pain, temporarily disrupting their function. This technique is particularly effective for treating advanced osteoarthritis, providing a safe alternative to pain relief. without the need for surgery..
Radiofrequency of the genicular nerves, shoulder, and hip is indicated for patients with advanced osteoarthritis and persistent chronic pain in those joints.
Keywords: Osteoarthritis; Pain; Chronic pain; Degenerative injuries; Fractures; Neuritis; Reflex sympathetic dystrophy; Complex regional pain syndrome; Painful knee prosthesis; Painful shoulder prosthesis; Painful hip prosthesis.
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