77. How α2-macroglobulin appears to stop cartilage breakdown and improve arthritis
Dr. David Geier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Charleston, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. He helps athletes and active people feel and perform their best, regardless of age, injuries and medical history. He has been featured in major media publications and shows over 2,500 times throughout his career.
In the December 8, 2022 episode of Better Than Ever Live!, I discuss a relatively new advance in the treatment of osteoarthritis called α2-macroglobulin. We talk about what it is, how it appears to work, and what it’s role in the treatment of arthritis could be.
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