Growth Factor Concentrate (GFC) is an advanced regenerative therapy used in orthopaedics to promote healing and tissue repair. It involves isolating and concentrating key growth factors from the patient’s own blood without adding external activators. These growth factors, such as PDGF, TGF-β, VEGF, and IGF, play a crucial role in cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and tissue regeneration.
GFC is particularly useful in treating chronic tendinopathies, ligament injuries, muscle tears, early osteoarthritis, and other musculoskeletal conditions. In sports medicine, GFC is used to accelerate recovery in athletes with soft tissue injuries. Compared to traditional Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), GFC may provide a more refined and potent formulation of bioactive proteins with potentially better consistency and healing outcomes.
As a minimally invasive, autologous treatment, GFC carries a low risk of adverse reactions and can often delay or reduce the need for surgical intervention. While clinical evidence is still growing, GFC represents a promising tool in orthopaedic regenerative medicine, aiming to enhance natural healing and improve patient recovery times.
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