Utilization of Orthobiologics by Sports Medicine Physicians: A Survey-based Study.

J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev

From the Department of Orthopaedics, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY (Noback, Donnelley, Ahmad, and Trofa); OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Center (Yeatts, Fleischli, Moorman, and Saltzman); Atrium Health, Musculoskeletal Institute (Yeatts, Fleischli, Moorman, and Saltzman), Charlotte, NC; and the Department of Orthopaedics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA (Parisien).

Published: January 2021

AI Article Synopsis

  • Investigations into orthobiologics, which are biological products used for treating orthopedic issues, are growing rapidly in both nonsurgical and surgical contexts.
  • A survey of 599 members of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine showed that 27.5% responded, with 66.1% of them using at least one orthobiologic, particularly leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma (PRP-LP) for osteoarthritis and various injuries.
  • The conclusion suggests that orthobiologics, especially platelet-rich plasmas, are becoming increasingly popular among sports medicine physicians, with most users believing in their efficacy.

Article Abstract

Introduction: Investigations are rapidly increasing into products referred to as orthobiologics and their utility in the nonsurgical and surgical treatment of diverse orthopaedic pathology.

Methods: Members (599) of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine were sent a survey that assessed their usage, motivation for use, and perceived efficacy of the following orthobiologics: leukocyte-rich platelet-rich plasma, leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma (PRP-LP), bone marrow aspirate concentrate, amniotic membrane products, adipose-derived mesenchymal stromal cells, and umbilical cord-derived cells. Application of these orthobiologics for the following pathologies was assessed: osteoarthritis, muscle injuries, tendon injuries, ligament injuries, labral injuries, and focal articular cartilage tears.

Results: The survey was completed by 165 respondents (27.5%), of which 66.1% reported using at least one orthobiologic in their practice. Orthobiologic users reported the following: 71.6% are increasing their use, and 23.9% advertise their use. PRP-LP is the most commonly used orthobiologic for 76.1%, with 30% of PRP-LP users reporting use due to competitor utilization. The pathology most commonly treated with orthobiologics is osteoarthritis, for 71.6% of users, who primarily use PRP-LP in the knee joint. Leukocyte-rich platelet-rich plasma is the most popular orthobiologic in muscle, ligament, tendon, and labral injuries, whereas bone marrow aspirate concentrate is most popular for focal articular cartilage injuries. Primary orthobiologic-eligible groups were adults and recreational noncompetitive athletes. More than half (>50%) of orthobiologic users perceived all but umbilical cord-derived cells to be efficacious.

Conclusion: Orthobiologics are used by a significant number of sports medicine physicians and are likely increasing in popularity. Among orthobiologics, platelet-rich plasmas are the most popular, and osteoarthritis is the pathology most likely to be treated. Orthobiologics are sometimes used for reasons other than clinical efficacy, especially competitor utilization, and physicians are disparate in their application of these products.

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