Bluetail Medical Group

Bluetail Medical Group Louis, MO. Drs. David Crane, Matt Bayes, Chris Wolf and Luga Podesta specialize in primary care sports medicine, regenerative orthopedics and concussion care.

Bluetail Medical Group is a national leader in orthopedic regenerative medicine, including PRP and Stem Cell Therapy, with eight locations throughout the U.S., with our headquarters in St. BlueTail is a national leader in regenerative techniques using platelet-rich plasma and cellular therapy. Our board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians diagnose and treat a full range of bone, muscle, joint, and peripheral nerve injuries using a variety of advanced treatment methods such as diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound and fluoroscopic guided injections.

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that harnesses and amplifies the natural growth factors ...
02/24/2026

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that harnesses and amplifies the natural growth factors found in our blood cells to help heal damaged tissue. If you have an orthopedic condition, such as a joint injury or tendinitis that is affecting your quality of life, PRP therapy may be the solution you are looking for.

This minimally invasive procedure accelerates healing after an injury or surgery and is performed in the comfort and convenience of our outpatient clinic. After collecting a blood sample from the patient, a centrifuge machine is then used to separate and concentrate the platelets from the rest of the blood components.

One of our board-certified physicians then injects the isolated platelet-rich plasma directly into the damaged or injured area of the body. The session takes less than an hour, and patients are able to return to their daily activities immediately following the treatment.

PRP therapy is an effective treatment for a broad range of orthopedic conditions, from tendon, ligament and muscle injuries to degenerative diseases, including:

💥Tendonitis
💥Arthritis
💥Partial rotator cuff tears
💥Sprains and strains
💥Joint capsular laxity
💥Plantar fasciitis
💥Knee pain
💥Back and neck pain

Schedule your consultation today to see if PRP is right for you!
☎(636) 778-2900

Many meniscus tear surgery patients are surprised to find a year or more later that they are, once again, experiencing k...
02/20/2026

Many meniscus tear surgery patients are surprised to find a year or more later that they are, once again, experiencing knee pain.

In 95% of these surgeries, the torn part of the meniscus is simply removed and not repaired. The remaining, shortened miniscus is not a good shock absorber and continued force against the knee joints leads to more wear and tear - and pain.

Many studies have even shown that these partial-removal surgeries do not improve pain or function, are no more effective than physical therapy, and can often cause additional health concerns to the knee joint down the road - including osteoarthritis!

Schedule a consultation with one of the trusted physicians at Bluetail Medical Group to see if you are a good candidate for our non-surgical treatment options either before scheduling surgery or if you’ve already had the surgery but are experiencing knee pain.

☎ (636) 778-2900 to schedule

When you are ready to consider Regenerative Medicine treatments for your chronic orthopedic pain, the experienced physic...
02/18/2026

When you are ready to consider Regenerative Medicine treatments for your chronic orthopedic pain, the experienced physicians at Bluetail Medical Group are ready for you, including Dr. Luga Podesta!

Dr. Podesta is passionate about getting you the best care possible, and making sure that when you do, you know exactly what to expect. At Bluetail, we want you to achieve the best possible outcome, and the best way to do so is not just to listen to you but to talk to you and ensure that you listen to us. Knowing the treatment you will get, and how you can help it succeed, is part of the recipe for a successful recovery.

Thank you, P.W., for this wonderful testimonial! We're so glad to hear about your successful visit to Bluetail.

02/18/2026

Heal naturally with regenerative medicine. Restore function and reclaim your life now. Schedule your appt today because you deserve relief. Call 636-778-2900 now!

BMAC cellular therapy is derived from each patient's own body in order to minimize the risk of allergic reaction or dise...
02/13/2026

BMAC cellular therapy is derived from each patient's own body in order to minimize the risk of allergic reaction or disease transmission. We obtain each patient's own cells through a simple procedure that is performed right in the comfort and convenience of our Clinic with minimal discomfort.

The primary source of bone marrow we use is the posterior iliac crest. After drawing out the bone marrow, the stem cells are then concentrated in Bluetail's state-of-the-art lab to create bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) which is then injected into the area of treatment immediately after.

Life is too short to live, work and play with pain! Schedule a consult with one of the experienced orthopedic physicians...
02/11/2026

Life is too short to live, work and play with pain! Schedule a consult with one of the experienced orthopedic physicians at Bluetail Medical Group to see if Regenerative Medicine is right for you!
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☎636-778-2900

ORTHOBIOLOGICS use biologics from one's own body to address conditions such as musculoskeletal injuries, tendon injuries...
02/06/2026

ORTHOBIOLOGICS use biologics from one's own body to address conditions such as musculoskeletal injuries, tendon injuries and degenerated arthritic joints.

This cutting-edge treatment utilizes a patient's OWN cells derived from bone marrow aspirate and plasma to treat and regenerate tissue, harnessing your body's innate healing abilities to decrease inflammation and improve the repair process.

This is an excellent option for patients looking to potentially avoid surgery - or buy a few pain-free years prior to an eventual joint replacement surgery. Our experienced sports medicine physicians are leaders in this rapidly growing field of medicine and will walk you through the process and determine if you are an appropriate candidate during your consultation.

💥Outpatient treatment
💥Minimal downtime
💥Local anesthesia
💥Accelerates healing
💥Improves recovery

Call to schedule a consultation today!

☎ (636) 778-2900

When you are ready to consider Regenerative Medicine treatments for your chronic orthopedic pain, the experienced physic...
02/05/2026

When you are ready to consider Regenerative Medicine treatments for your chronic orthopedic pain, the experienced physicians at Bluetail Medical Group are ready for you!

💥 Minimal downtime
💥 Less risk for infection or complications
💥 No general anesthesia
💥 Avoids lengthy rehab
💥 Long-term pain relief and therapeutic benefit
💥 Mounting clinical research to support benefits
💥 Bluetail Medical Group working within framework of an FDA IDE

☎ (636) 778-2900 to schedule with one of the country's leading Orthopedic Regenerative Medicine Clinics!

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a revolutionary treatment that uses a patient’s own blood to heal the body from wi...
01/31/2026

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a revolutionary treatment that uses a patient’s own blood to heal the body from within. It is used for a variety of issues, including musculoskeletal injuries and conditions such as arthritis and soft tissue damage.

PRP therapy is a great treatment solution for conditions like tendinitis – an injury that causes irritation or inflammation of a tendon. Tendons are strong fibrous tissue that connect muscles to bones. When a tendon is overused, it can become inflamed.

Symptoms of tendinitis include pain and tenderness in the inflamed tendon area. Most patients experience temporary relief after resting and taking anti-inflammatory medications, but will often see long-term results after having PRP therapy in the affected area.

Schedule a consult with one of our experienced orthopedic physicians to learn more!

(636) 778-2900

If you've been sidelined by an orthopedic injury, there's good news: we offer non-surgical orthobiologic treatments that...
01/28/2026

If you've been sidelined by an orthopedic injury, there's good news: we offer non-surgical orthobiologic treatments that can help you get back in the game of life!

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and/or Cellular Therapy are cutting-edge treatments that use your own blood and/or bone marrow concentrate to help promote healing from within. The clinical science behind this continually emerging field of medicine has been around more than 30 years.

Schedule a consult today with one of our board-certified physicians!

Call 📲(636) 778-2900



01/23/2026

To find out if prolotherapy can help you heal, call 636-778-2900 or schedule an appointment online @ bluetailmedicalgroup.com today.

Chronic pain caused by arthritis affects millions of people in the United States every year. About one in four adults wi...
01/20/2026

Chronic pain caused by arthritis affects millions of people in the United States every year. About one in four adults with arthritis—15 million people—report experiencing severe joint pain related to arthritis. Additionally, nearly half of adults with arthritis have persistent pain that affects their everyday lives.

Many patients suffering with arthritic pain to their joints can benefit from revolutionary medical treatments that fall under the umbrella of regenerative medicine. This branch of medicine focuses on ways to replace, repair, or regenerate damaged human tissue naturally, using your body’s own capacity for healing. Your stem cells, platelets, and amniotic fluids, which are all rich in growth factors, can be injected into arthritic joints to ease inflammation and prompt the development of new, healthier cells, often providing long-term pain relief and faster healing and recovery when compared to surgical interventions. The procedures are quick, simple, and require no blood loss or risk of infection.

Perfect for:
💥 Knees
💥 Shoulders
💥 Elbows
💥 Plantar Fasciitis
💥 Spine

Schedule your consultation today!
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☎ (636) 778-2900

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Chesterfield, MO
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Drs. David Crane, Kristin Oliver, Matt Bayes, Chris Wolf and Luga Podesta are board-certified and fellowship-trained sports medicine physicians who are national leaders in the use of Regenerative Medicine, such as platelet-rich-plasma and autologous stem cells, for chronic orthopedic conditions and sports/over-use injuries. Our five physicians diagnose and treat a full range of bone, muscle, joint, and peripheral nerve injuries using a variety of advanced treatment methods in our SEVEN locations, including: St. Louis, Columbia & Farmington, MO; Naples, FL; Greenbay, WI; and Little Rock & Jonesboro, AR.