Regenerative Medicine

A: Stem cells are early-stage cells that can develop into specialized cells. They are found in various locations in the body, but it’s easiest to access them through bone marrow in the iliac crest (hip bone). We can retrieve these stem cells, separate them from other material, and inject them into the area of your body that needs treatment — all in a matter of minutes.

A: Platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, contains growth factors, anti-inflammatories, and proteins that attract stem cells to a specific location. PRP is different from stem cell injections in that platelets attract stem cells to the area that needs help. In contrast, injecting the stem cells directly places the cells exactly where they need to be to exert their effect. Both procedures are incredibly helpful in promoting healing and functionality! 

A: If you’re experiencing joint pain, nerve pain, or are recovering from a tendon, ligament, or muscle injury, regenerative medicine could be the perfect solution. If you have cancer or an active infection or you take certain medications, stem cell therapy and PRP may not be a good fit. We’ll always review your medical history to determine your best course of treatment moving forward. 

A: With both stem cell therapy and PRP treatments, you’ll receive week by week instructions to help you through the healing process. Although you’ll require minimal downtime from the procedure itself, regenerative therapies take time to heal and strengthen your damaged cells. Typically, you’ll experience a gradual reduction in pain and increased function over the 3 to 6 months after your initial treatment. If you were treated for a degenerative issue that occurs naturally with agin, you may need subsequent maintenance treatments.