Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
10175623 | Journal of Orthopaedic Science | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Our findings indicate local administration of recombinant HGF promotes early steps in ligament healing and the repair of structural properties in a rabbit model. Local administration of HGF may represent a new therapeutic approach to accelerating healing and rehabilitation after ligament injury.
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
Authors
Kenichi Ueshima, Junsuke Nakase, Hiroyuki Tsuchiya, Katsuhiko Kitaoka, Qing Xu, Kunio Matsumoto,