Biologic Therapy
Biologic Therapy services offered in Sugar Land and Katy, TX
Consider biologic therapy if you experience foot or ankle pain that doesn’t improve with ice, rest, or elevation. At Vargas Foot & Ankle Specialists, double board-certified podiatrist Marco Vargas, DPM, and Dr. Vanessa Marcelo, DPM, use amnio biologic therapy to ease pain, relieve inflammation, and encourage the body’s natural healing process. To make an appointment, call the nearest office in Sugar Land or Katy, Texas, or book online today.
What is biologic therapy?
Biologic therapy is an outpatient procedure that uses Amnio Flow –– a liquid that contains natural growth factors like hyaluronic acid and amino acids –– to increase the production of new cells and tissue. The regenerative process reduces inflammation, prevents infection, and enhances mobility so you can avoid surgery and return to your favorite activities.
What types of foot and ankle problems can benefit from biologic therapy?
At Vargas Foot & Ankle Specialists, Dr. Vargas and Dr. Marcelo use biologic therapy to
treat various foot and ankle problems, including:
- Achilles tendonitis
- Achilles tendon rupture
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Fractures
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Fractures
Who is a candidate for biologic therapy?
Before recommending biologic therapy, Dr. Vargas and Dr. Marcelo review your medical records and asks about your symptoms, including when they started, if the pain extends into other parts of your body, and if it’s worse during certain activities, like exercise.
Next, Dr. Vargas and Dr. Marcelo examine your foot and ankle, looking for bruising, redness, or swelling. He presses on the heels and balls of your feet to check for sensitivity and tests your ankles’ range of motion. Dr. Vargas and Dr. Marcelo also orders diagnostic imaging, like X-rays, a CT scan, or an MRI, to rule out fractures or soft tissue
injuries.
After making a diagnosis, Dr. Vargas and Dr. Marcelo make treatment recommendations.
Most minor foot problems, including sports injuries like plantar fasciitis, improve with
biologic therapy.
What happens during biologic therapy?
If Dr. Vargas or Dr. Marcelo determines you’re a candidate for biologic therapy, he
prepares a syringe with Amnio Flow. Amnio Flow contains amino acids, carbohydrates,
hyaluronic acid, and extracellular matrix proteins. When combined, these ingredients
reduce inflammation and encourage the production of new and healthy soft tissues.
Dr. Vargas and Dr. Marcelo administer a series of injections into a specific part of your
foot –– like your heel or ankle. When the solution enters your body, it increases blood
flow to the site and promotes regeneration.
Is biologic therapy safe?
Biologic therapy is safe and usually well-tolerated. After treatment, it’s normal to
experience redness, bruising, and swelling. Drink plenty of water and take it easy for at
least 24 hours. You can return to work, exercise, and other regular activities the next day.
To see if you can benefit from biologic therapy, make an appointment at Vargas Foot &
Ankle Specialists by calling the nearest offce or booking online today
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Client Testimonials
Mary Gordon
2022-11-03
Everyone was very kind and professional. The wait time was a bit long
Steven Martin
2022-11-03
Wonderfully, efficient and informative.
Cheryl Wilkins
2022-11-01
The Dr. Vanessa Marcelo was extremely professional, she had a good friendly disposition. She was accurate about my diagnosis. I felt confidence in her care. Thanks to all the front staff for being friendly as well.
Claire Stelly
2022-10-28
Dr. Marcelo and Debra took excellent care of me. When I hobbled in with severe Heel Bone Spur/ Plantar Fasciitis they knew just what to do immediately and gave me a plan of action.
Cinthia Duarte
2022-10-27
I highly recommend Vargas Foot and Ankle Specialists! Amazing Doctors and staff. Everyone is very professional and caring. Got fitted for custom orthotics and they work miracles on my flat feet.
Manuela Valencia
2022-10-24
This is the best podiatrist I have ever been. DR.Vargas truly cares about his patients and wants to help them in any way possible. I would highly recommend him. The best foot doctor. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
John Vanison
2022-09-21
Nafisa Bandukwala
2022-09-19
Lay Caraway
2022-09-16
Mary Bass
2022-09-16
Excellent
