When former MLB pitcher Bartolo Colón faced what seemed like a career-ending injury in 2010, few expected a comeback. As reported in the New York Times and Daily News, with the help of world-renowned regenerative medicine expert Dr. Joseph Purita, Colón returned to Major League Baseball and performed at an elite level well into his 40s. This medical miracle highlighted the groundbreaking potential of regenerative orthopedics, a field Dr. Purita has pioneered for decades.
Bartolo Colón’s Injury and the Search for a Solution
By 2010, Colón was dealing with severe shoulder damage, including a torn rotator cuff and ligament injuries that threatened to end his career. After struggling through pain and limited mobility, he turned to alternative treatment options outside of traditional surgery and medication.
Colón traveled to the Dominican Republic, where he received advanced regenerative orthopedic care under the supervision of Dr. Joseph Purita and his team. At the time, Dr. Purita was already gaining attention for his innovative use of biologic therapies to treat joint injuries and musculoskeletal damage.
The Stem Cell Procedure That Changed Everything
Dr. Purita performed a cutting-edge procedure involving the extraction of Colón’s own stem cells from both adipose tissue and bone marrow. These potent healing cells were then processed and reinjected into the damaged areas of Colón’s shoulder and elbow. The goal was to stimulate the body’s natural repair processes and regenerate damaged tissue.
Despite initial uncertainty about the outcome, the results were remarkable. Colón made a full recovery, returning to Major League Baseball the following season. He not only regained velocity and control but also extended his career by nearly a decade.
A Pioneer in Regenerative Orthopedics
Dr. Joseph Purita, now the Medical Director at PUR-FORM in Boca Raton, Florida, is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in regenerative medicine. He has spent over 15 years refining treatments that use the body’s own healing mechanisms to restore function and reduce pain.
At PUR-FORM, Dr. Purita utilizes a combination of advanced therapies that are designed not just to manage pain but address the root causes of degeneration, inflammation, and tissue damage.
Conditions Treated at PUR-FORM
At PUR-FORM, our regenerative orthopedic treatments are effective for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Tissue degeneration
- Inflammation
- Muscle pain or injury
- Joint pain or injury
- Arthritis pain
- Tendon injuries
These therapies have shown excellent outcomes for both chronic and acute injuries affecting the:
- Back
- Neck
- Shoulder
- Knees
- Hips
- Hands and wrists
- Ankles and feet
Why Athletes and Everyday Patients Trust Dr. Purita
Dr. Purita’s reputation extends beyond professional sports. His transparent, evidence-based approach and emphasis on personalized care have made him a trusted name among both elite athletes and everyday patients.
His work with Bartolo Colón even prompted a review by Major League Baseball, which confirmed the treatment involved no banned substance, only the use of Colón’s own stem cells. This validation helped open the door to broader acceptance of regenerative medicine within sports.
Explore Regenerative Treatments at PUR-FORM
If you’re living with pain, limited mobility, or chronic inflammation, regenerative orthopedics may be the game-changing solution you need. Under the leadership of Dr. Joseph Purita, PUR-FORM offers world-class care designed to restore your health and performance without invasive surgery.
Read more about how Dr. Purita helped Bartolo Colón here: Daily News Article
