Out of State Athlete Consults Dr. Lox for Avascular Necrosis (AVN)
An out of state athlete flew to Florida consults Dr. Lox, on treating avascular necrosis (AVN) with stem cells.
As a professional athlete, avascular necrosis of the hip can be a career-ending condition. After doing extensive research on AVN, the patient decided to reach out after discovering Dr. Lox has treated many AVN patients.
Having been offered microfracture surgery (drilling into the bone) and hip replacement, the patient did further research on other non-surgical routes as a means to avoid a total hip replacement.
A consultation was made with Dr. Lox with the goal of improving function and returning to sports participation as soon as possible – if it was a possibility at all.
Who Consults Dr. Lox?
Dr. Lox often sees patients from far away states, and even out of the country, regarding Avascular Necrosis treatments that avoid surgery and possible negative after-effects.
No treatment can offer a guarantee. Each patient must make an informed and educated decision on the pros and cons of any procedure for that has implications for their future. Athletes often have unique needs given their individual sport and career.
Dennis M. Lox, MD, serves patients in the greater Tampa Bay area, including, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa, New Port Richey, Sarasota, Orlando and Spring Hill. He has been pleased to accommodate the needs of patients throughout Florida, the United States, the Western Hemisphere, and Europe, as well. Located in the 33765 area, our office can be reached at (727) 462-5582.
