Led by renowned podiatrist Dr. Ari Rubinstein, the team of experts at Lower Westchester Foot & Ankle in White Plains, New York, helps elite and aspiring athletes who’re suffering from plantar fasciitis, ankle instability, arthritis and other foot and ankle conditions with Next-Gen Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) & Stem Cell Injections. This breakthrough regenerative medicine treatment speeds recovery of a wide range of foot and ankle issues, using human cells. Dr. Rubinstein utilizes these treatments as standalone therapy or adjunctive to procedures to enhance results and speed recovery. For the best results, always select an experienced expert for your Stem Cell and PRP therapy, such as the team at Lower Westchester Foot & Ankle. To learn whether you’re a candidate for injection therapy, call the office or book a consultation online.
Injection Therapy Q & A
PRP PLATELET-RICH PLASMA
Dr. Ari Rubinstein and the team of experts at Lower Westchester Foot & Ankle in White Plains, New York, helps elite and aspiring athletes who’re suffering from soft tissue ankle and foot conditions with Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) injections. This breakthrough regenerative medicine treatment speeds recovery of a wide range of foot and ankle issues, using a patient’s own platelets. For the best results, always select an experienced expert for your PRP therapy, such as the team at Lower Westchester Foot & Ankle. To learn whether you’re a candidate for PRP therapy, call the office or book a consultation online.
What is PRP?
With Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, we are able to isolate and concentrate a patient’s platelets and introduce them into an injured area. This treatment enables a patient’s body to accelerate the healing process and lessen inflammation.
Our quality control program at Lower Westchester Foot & Ankle ensures that our PRP preparation is of a consistently high quality that meets the specific needs of each individual case.
What is PRP used for?
Utilizing advanced ultrasound-guided procedures, PRP is used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries including:
- Tendon injuries such as Achilles & gastrocnemius, peroneal, ankle and foot conditions
- Arthritis and posterior tibial injuries
- Plantar fascia injuries (plantar fasciitis)
- Ligament sprains
Are there advantages of using PRP?
Yes. PRP utilizes components from a patient’s own body that assist in the healing process. Because the procedure is minimally invasive, it requires only local anesthesia and can be performed outpatient, allowing patients to return to work and other normal activities quickly.
PRP also offers an option for those seeking relief from ligament pain but cannot undergo general surgery due to other medical reasons. Dr. Rubinstein uses innovative treatments such as PRP to help his patients return to activity with stronger, faster, and smarter healing.
How does a PRP Injection work?
A PRP injection for tennis elbow, arthritis, and other ligament disorders is an in-office procedure that initiates with a small sampling of blood drawn from the patient’s arm.
The blood sample is placed in a centrifuge which forms various layers, one of which contains platelet-rich plasma or PRP. PRP is a portion of the blood that contains both platelet cells and a concentrated liquid, which contains certain chemicals or growth factors that the body uses to regenerate itself.
PRP or platelet rich plasma injections occur at the site of arthritis, ligament tears, or tendon degeneration, with the goal of enabling the body to regenerate itself. Unlike cortisone injections, which only mask inflammation, PRP, when successful, generally results in long-lasting relief. Since the degenerative tissue was wearing out, PRP enables that tissue to regrow or regenerate itself.
Want to find out if PRP injections are right for you? Call the office or use our online scheduling tool to schedule your consultation today!
STEM CELL THERAPY
Committed to offering patients the most advanced treatments, leading board-recognized surgeon and podiatrist Dr. Ari Rubinstein and his team, provide stem cell therapy at Lower Westchester Foot & Ankle, located in White Plains, New York. Stem cell therapy is a breakthrough method for treating injuries that utilize the patient’s own stem cells. Stem cell therapy is a safe and effective method that regenerates damaged tissues and promotes healing that speeds recovery from a variety of ankle and foot conditions, including sprains, ligament rupture, tendon injuries, plantar fasciitis, and more.
Considered a pioneer in his field, Dr. Rubinstein takes a personalized approach to treating all types of ankle and foot injuries. If you’re experiencing either, schedule a consultation with Dr. Ari Rubinstein to learn whether stem cell therapy is the right for you.
What is Stem Cell Therapy?
Stem cells therapy uses the stem cell’s capacity to regenerate tissue to help patients recover from ligament and tendon injuries. Stem cells are naturally occurring, powerful cells that have the potential to modify inflammation and promote healing naturally.
This is most often accomplished by harvesting potentially therapeutic stem cells from a patient’s bone marrow. Generally, bone marrow is obtained from a patient’s pelvic bone, concentrated to remove unwanted portions, and injected back into the injured area.
Our quality control program at Lower Westchester Foot & Ankle ensures that our stem cell preparations are of a consistently high quality that meets the specific needs of each case.
What is Stem Cell Therapy Used For?
Utilizing advanced ultrasound-guided procedures, stem cells are used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries including:
- Arthritis and meniscal injuries
- Tendon injuries such as Achilles, jumper’s knee, and tennis elbow conditions
- Ligament sprains
- Plantar fascia injuries (plantar fasciitis)
Are there Advantages of Using Stem Cell Therapy?
Yes. Stem cell therapy utilizes components from a patient’s own body that assist in the healing process allowing the use of fewer drugs and other therapies. Because the procedure is minimally invasive, it requires only local anesthesia and can be performed outpatient, allowing patients to return to their normal activities quickly. Dr. Rubinstein is dedicated to helping his patients and provides innovative treatments to promote smarter and faster healing.
How Does Stem Cell Therapy Work?
A stem cell injection for tennis elbow, arthritis, and other ligament disorders is an in-office procedure that initiates with a small sampling of stem cells drawn from the patient’s pelvic or other dense bone.
Through a process called differentiation, stem cells have the ability to develop into many different types of cells, including brain cells, skin cells, lung cells and soft tissue cells. Stem cells are a key component in regenerative medicine, as they open the door to new clinical applications without the need for general surgery or long recovery times.
Want to see if stem cell therapy is right for you? Call the office or use our online scheduling tool to schedule your consultation today!
