Dr. Benjamin DuBois, a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic shoulder specialist, has announced the implementation of an advanced, precision-targeted Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy program at his La Mesa practice. The enhanced protocol uses in-office musculoskeletal ultrasound technology to deliver blood platelets directly to damaged shoulder tissues, addressing a rising demand for non-surgical orthobiologic options across Greater San Diego.
With over 5,000 successful shoulder procedures performed, Dr. DuBois brings extensive experience as a national physician-educator in musculoskeletal ultrasound. Unlike many practices that rely on "blind" anatomical landmarks for injections, this real-time guidance ensures concentrated growth factors are deposited precisely into partial rotator cuff tears, the subacromial bursa, or the glenohumeral joint space, sparing healthy tissue.
"Many patients are surprised to learn that surgery isn't always the mandatory first step for painful shoulder injuries," said Dr. DuBois. "By utilizing advanced, high-resolution ultrasound guidance, we aim to pinpoint the microscopic areas of damage and inject a concentrated dose of the patient's own natural healing factors. This minimally invasive approach has the potential to provide significant pain relief, help restore mobility, and may safely delay or altogether eliminate the need for traditional shoulder replacement or open rotator cuff surgery for qualifying patients."
PRP therapy works by spinning a small sample of the patient's blood in a specialized centrifuge to isolate and concentrate platelets rich in natural growth proteins. When reintroduced to the injured shoulder under ultrasound monitoring, these growth factors support the body's natural cellular repair mechanisms. The expanded protocol is tailored for active adults, athletes, and seniors dealing with partial-thickness rotator cuff tears, chronic bursitis and tendinitis, mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis, and biceps tendinopathy.
By establishing an in-office orthobiologic care pathway, Dr. DuBois offers a non-surgical alternative with minimal downtime compared to invasive operations. Patients typically return to light daily activities shortly after the procedure, depending on individual response. To learn more about the evidence-based approach, visit the practice's PRP page.
