Stem Cell Therapy
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What Is Stem Cell Therapy?
Stem cell therapy involves the use of specialized cells that have the ability to develop into different types of tissue, such as muscle, cartilage, bone, or nerve cells. These cells are typically harvested from a patient’s own body (commonly from bone marrow or adipose/fat tissue) or from ethically sourced and FDA-regulated donor tissue like umbilical cord-derived products. Once collected and processed, the stem cells are concentrated and injected directly into the area of injury or inflammation. Once there, they begin to promote regeneration by activating the body’s healing processes, reducing pain, and repairing damaged structures over time.
How Does It Work?
Stem cells are often referred to as the body’s “master cells” because of their unique ability to transform into many different tissue types. When injected into injured or diseased areas, these cells:
- Modulate inflammation to relieve pain and swelling
- Recruit and signal other healing cells to the area
- Stimulate new tissue growth, such as cartilage, tendons, or ligaments
- Support the repair of damaged tissues at a cellular level
This process leads to improved structural integrity, enhanced mobility, and long-term relief from chronic conditions.
What Conditions Can Stem Cell Therapy Help Treat?
Stem cell therapy is used to treat a variety of orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and degenerative conditions, including:
- Osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, or shoulder
- Tendon injuries such as rotator cuff tears or Achilles tendonitis
- Degenerative disc disease or spinal joint pain
- Ligament injuries (ACL, MCL)
- Cartilage loss or joint deterioration
- Sports-related injuries
- Non-healing fractures or chronic inflammation
In many cases, stem cell therapy is recommended as an alternative to joint replacement surgery, steroid injections, or long-term pain medication.
What to Expect During Treatment?
Stem cell therapy is an outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia. First, stem cells are collected either from your bone marrow, fat tissue, or using FDA-approved donor tissue. The cells are then processed and concentrated in a laboratory setting before being injected into the affected area under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance for precision. The procedure typically takes between 1 to 2 hours, and most patients can go home the same day. Because stem cell therapy is minimally invasive, there’s no need for stitches or a long recovery period. Patients are usually advised to avoid high-impact activities for a short period post-treatment, but light movement is encouraged. As healing begins at a cellular level, improvements may be seen gradually over weeks to months.
Benefits of Stem Cell Therapy
Stem cell therapy offers a wide range of benefits, especially for patients seeking alternatives to surgery or medication-based approaches. These include:
- Minimally invasive and outpatient-based
- Utilizes natural healing from your own body
- Little to no downtime or recovery
- Reduces or eliminates pain without medications
- Enhances mobility and quality of life
- Can delay or prevent the need for joint surgery
The regenerative power of stem cells addresses the root cause of pain and damage, rather than just masking symptoms making it a true healing solution.
Begin Your Healing Journey Today
Stem Cell Therapy represents the future of medicine and it’s available today. If you’re ready to explore a treatment that promotes true healing at the source, contact our clinic to schedule a consultation. We’ll guide you through every step of the process and help you take control of your health through the power of regenerative medicine.