Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge
Bone & Joint Staff • June 10, 2021
Treating Degenerative Meniscus Tears with BMAC

The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage that plays a vital role in knee health and functionality, providing cushion and support between the adjoining shin and thighbones. It is also one of the most common areas to sustain a knee injury, and when it does, the result can be symptoms like pain, stiffness and swelling.


What is a Degenerative Meniscus Tear?

Tears to the meniscus can occur in one of two ways. In the case of acute injury, the meniscus is torn due to trauma, often in the form of sudden impact or force. On the other hand, degenerative meniscus tears occur gradually over an extended period of time with consistent wear and tear. Due to their nature, degenerative tears are more likely to develop with age and are less likely to show intense and sudden symptoms. That being said, degenerative tears can still lead to problems as they progress and may cause pain along with symptoms such as catching or locking sensations in the knee.


What is BMAC?

Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) is a blood product containing stem cells, anti-inflammatory proteins and growth factors taken from a patient's own bone marrow. This superpower concentrate packs a major punch in helping certain tissues within the body heal and regenerate themselves. This is particularly true for cartilage like the meniscus that is also avascular and receives insufficient blood supply to heal well on its own.


How can BMAC Improve Degenerative Meniscus Tears?

While BMAC is not a sufficient treatment for acute meniscus tears, it can be a great treatment option for degenerative tears. When injected directly into a damaged meniscus, BMAC can calm inflammation and promote the growth of healthy, new tissue leading to a significant improvement of symptoms in a matter of weeks. BMAC injection can be performed in-office or in conjunction with a surgery. Some meniscal tears require surgery to debride the damaged tissue. BMAC can then be injected under direct visualization.


BMAC Injections for Degenerative Meniscus Tears in Baton Rouge

In Baton Rouge, Dr. Joseph E. Broyles is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in cartilage regeneration through procedures such as BMAC. Dr. Broyles often successfully helps his patients prolong the healthy life of their joints and avoid invasive and complex procedures like total joint replacement. To request an appointment with Dr. Broyles where you can further discuss your own case, click the button below.


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Bone & Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge Physician Practice Transition – Effective April 1, 2025

By Bone and Joint Clinic Staff • April 1, 2025
BATON ROUGE, LA, January 30, 2025 – Effective April 1, 2025, four distinguished orthopedic surgeons from The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will transition to Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic (BROC), continuing their commitment to providing high-quality orthopedic care. The physicians joining BROC are: 1. Joseph "Jeb" Broyles, MD – Specializes in joint replacement surgery, knee arthroscopy, and cartilage regeneration. 2. Arthur "Art" Hess, MD – Specializes in trauma, hip, knee, and shoulder reconstruction, and total joint replacement surgery. 3. Mat hew "Matt" Mazoch, M D – Specializes in shoulder and knee surgery. 4. Alan Schroeder, MD – Specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Beginning April 1, 2025, these physicians will operate under BROC's umbrella while continuing to see patients at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge's current location, 7301 Hennessy Blvd. Eventually, the doctors plan to transition to BROC's campus on Bluebonnet Blvd. The estimated timeline for that move is Summer/Fall 2025. In addition, Dr. Patrick Hall will be transitioning to his own practice, Hall Podiatry, that will continue to provide quality podiatric care to patients. Dr. Hall will continue to practice at 7301 Hennessy Blvd. until May/June 2025. After that date, patients may see him at a new nearby location. Dr. Christopher Belleau is transitioning to The Neuromedical Center in Baton Rouge.  Patients are encouraged to continue scheduling appointments at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge using the current process for the foreseeable future. To ensure a seamless transition, The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will provide detailed information to patients in the coming weeks, including the secure transfer of medical records and continuity of care. The health and well-being of patients remain the top priority, and The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, BROC, and Hall Podiatry are working together to make this transition as smooth as possible while maintaining uninterrupted care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, patients can contact The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge at 225-766-0050 or by visiting bjcbr.com . Patients can also reach BROC at 225-924-2424 or by visiting brortho.com .
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