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The ACL Handbook: Knee Biology, Mechanics, and Treatment
. Ed(S): Murray, Martha M.; Vavken, Patrick; Fleming, Braden C.
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paperback. This book outlines the need for developing new treatments for ACL ruptures, covering the mechanics of the normal ACL and knee, the biology of the response to ACL injury, deficiencies in that response that make the ACL fail to heal spontaneously, and more. Editor(s): Murray, Martha M.; Vavken, Patrick; Fleming, Braden C. Num Pages: 328 pages, 17 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MBGR; MMS; MNS; MQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 510.
The new age of biologic treatment of the ACL is coming. In The ACL Handbook: Knee Biology, Mechanics, and Treatment, the authors cover the past and current state of ACL injuries and treatment, and then introduce and explain the key concepts for understanding the new biologic approach to ACL treatment. The use of factors to enhance graft healing are reviewed, as well as an in-depth review of the science of platelet-rich plasma and its cellular components (platelets, white cells, and plasma). Chapters on in vitro models for science as well as the advantages and disadvantages of animal models for ACL research are included, as ... Read more
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Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Springer United States
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
Number of Pages
317
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9781493901760
SKU
V9781493901760
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