By Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD · Published April 3, 2026 · 8 min read Watch the Full Video There is now MRI evidence that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections can help facilitate the regrowth of knee cartilage. A 42-year-old physically active male developed a progressive osteochondral defect after snowboarding. He tried rehabilitation, corticosteroid injections, and even standard PRP — none of which resolved his condition. His orthopedic surgeon recommended arthroscopic surgery.
By Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD · Published April 1, 2026 · 10 min read Watch the Full Video Can PRP actually heal a torn rotator cuff? A brand new 2026 randomized controlled trial has provided some of the clearest evidence we have ever had. Researchers used MRI to measure actual tear volumes before and after treatment, and the group that received platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on top of physical therapy showed significantly greater structural healing than the group that received physi
By Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD · Published March 31, 2026 · 20 min read Watch the Full Video If you are dealing with knee pain, there is a good chance that at least three things you do every single day are making it worse. The good news is that with the right daily habits, you can reduce pain, slow cartilage breakdown, and protect your joints for the long term. In my practice treating thousands of patients with knee arthritis and chronic knee pain, these are the 16 habits I find m
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