Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
Treatment for Knee Pain Near Farmington Hills, MI from Board-Certified Doctors
Minimally invasive knee pain care for Farmington Hills patients from board-certified doctors with advanced knee injection training, at our Rochester Hills clinic.
★ 4.7 Google rating · Board-certified physicians · Rochester Hills & Grand Rapids
Who provides knee pain treatment near Farmington Hills, MI?
Board-certified physicians at the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, several of whom hold the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation advanced knee injection credential. They offer minimally invasive regenerative treatments as an option for patients who want to avoid or delay knee surgery.
Knee pain is one of the most common types of chronic pain in adults. At the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, we help patients from Farmington Hills reduce knee pain and improve mobility with minimally invasive treatments that aim to address pain at its source. Our board-certified physicians see Farmington Hills patients at our Rochester Hills clinic.
Board-Certified Physicians With Advanced Knee Training
Our board-certified physicians have decades of combined experience caring for patients with chronic pain. Several hold the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation Certified Advanced Knee Orthobiologic Core Injection Skills credential, which reflects advanced training in ultrasound-guided knee injections. That training helps them place treatment precisely where it is needed. Meet our knee pain doctors.
An Alternative to Consider Before Knee Surgery
For many people, surgery is the last step after other treatments have been tried. Knee surgery helps many patients, but it carries risks and recovery time that some prefer to avoid. If surgery has been suggested, an evaluation can show whether a regenerative option such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or bone marrow-derived cell therapy may help you delay or avoid it. If surgery is the better choice for your knee, we will tell you.
Less Reliance on Strong Pain Medication
Pain medication can help in the short term, but it may lose effectiveness over time, carry side effects, and only mask the pain. Regenerative treatments aim to support healing in the tissue causing your pain, which may reduce how much you rely on medication. Never stop a prescribed medication without talking to your doctor.
How Treatment Works
Treatment begins with an exam and, often, ultrasound imaging. PRP is prepared from a small sample of your blood, while bone marrow-derived therapy uses cells collected from your own bone marrow. Either is placed into the knee under ultrasound guidance during an outpatient visit, and most patients return to light activity soon after.
Affordable Care for Farmington Hills Patients
We believe every patient deserves access to affordable options for chronic pain, and we work to keep our regenerative treatments accessible. Our team will review costs before you decide. See what PRP therapy costs and what changes the total.
Schedule Knee Pain Treatment Near Farmington Hills
To ask about alternatives to surgery for your knee, call the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine at (248) 216-1008 to request your free consultation.
Conditions
Conditions Our Physicians Evaluate
Arthritis, ligament and meniscus injuries, and pain after a sports injury are common reasons for a visit. Your evaluation determines which option, if any, fits.
Worn cartilage can make walks and stairs harder. An exam and imaging show which options fit.
Twisting injuries and age-related wear can tear the knee’s cushion. Diagnosis guides the plan.
Sprains and partial tears affect stability. Your physician reviews the exam and imaging.
Jumper’s knee and tendon irritation often follow overuse. Treatment depends on the tissue involved.
Pain behind the kneecap can come from cartilage changes or alignment. Evaluation comes first.
If surgery has been suggested, learn which non-surgical options may be worth discussing.
Patient reviews
What Our Patients Say
In Their Words
We were amazed at how thorough the explanation of the recommended procedure was. I knew just what would happen and what I was agreeing to.
Steve G. Regenerative medicine patient
This doctor is very professional, using layman’s terms and taking his time with my parents to fully explain everything, and in answering all our questions!
Rosanna Windsor, Ontario · Family of a stem cell patient
Dr Nabity answered every question/concerns I had prior to the procedure in detail. If you leave a message for him he always calls you back himself.
Connie H. New Baltimore, MI · Stem cell patient
Excerpts from our patient testimonials.
Individual results vary. Reviews reflect each patient’s own experience.
Your visit
Your Path to Treatment
Most visits follow four simple steps. Our team guides you through each one and answers questions along the way.
1. Consultation
Meet your physician, talk through your symptoms, and review your history and goals.
2. Diagnosis & Imaging
Ultrasound or other imaging helps identify the source of your pain.
3. Treatment
If a regenerative option fits your knee, your physician provides image-guided treatment in our clinic.
4. Follow-Up
Check-ins track your progress and adjust your plan as needed.
Insurance & cost
Insurance, Self-Pay, and Clear Pricing
We accept many major insurance plans for consultations, testing, and many spine and joint procedures. Regenerative treatments such as PRP and stem cell therapy are usually self-pay, so you get a clear estimate before you decide.
Usually billed to insurance
- Consultations and office visits
- EMG and nerve testing
- Epidural, facet, and SI joint injections
- Nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and nerve stimulators
Usually self-pay
- PRP and stem cell therapy (BMAC)
- Prolotherapy
- PRP hair restoration
- Stem cell banking
Self-pay options include prompt-pay discounts, payment plans, and HSA or FSA funds for eligible expenses.
Plans we accept
- PPO Trust
UMR coming soon. Blue Care Network plans require a referral. Coverage varies by plan and service, so call Rochester Hills (248) 216-1008 or Grand Rapids (616) 288-1109 and we will check your benefits.
Why patients choose MCRM
- Board-certified physicians Every procedure is performed by a board-certified physician, not a technician.
- Image-guided precision Ultrasound or fluoroscopic (x-ray) guidance places treatment exactly where it is needed.
- Your own cells, prepared on site Platelets and bone marrow cells are processed in our in-house lab during your visit.
- Results we track We have reported patient outcomes to the DataBiologics registry since 2019.
- Clear, upfront pricing Itemized estimates before treatment, prompt-pay discounts, and payment plans.
- Physicians who teach physicians Our doctors teach orthobiologic courses and helped write national back pain guidelines.
Our physicians
Meet Your Care Team
Thomas Nabity, MD
Board-certified physician
John Santa Ana, DO
Board-certified physician
Robert Farhat, DO
Board-certified physician
Kevin M. Nemeth, MD
Board-certified physician
John Steele, MD
Board-certified physician
Christopher Hannasch, DO
Board-certified physician
Credentials & memberships
Training You Can Look Up
Board certification shows a physician completed specialty training and passed independent exams. Our physicians go further, with added certifications and memberships in orthobiologics, musculoskeletal ultrasound and electrodiagnostic medicine. Each program is run by an independent organization, so you can see exactly what it requires.
PM&R Board Certification
Board certification in physical medicine and rehabilitation, the specialty focused on restoring function.
Pain Medicine Board Certification
Board certification in pain medicine, covering evaluation and treatment of complex pain conditions.
IOF Certification Courses
Advanced knee, hip and spine certification courses in image-guided orthobiologic procedures.
IOF Instructors & Training Hub
Our physicians teach other doctors as IOF instructors, and our Rochester Hills clinic hosts training.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Certified in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, the imaging used to guide our treatments.
Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Board certification in electrodiagnostic medicine, the specialty behind EMG and nerve testing.
American Academy of PM&R
The national society for physiatrists, physicians focused on restoring movement.
Interventional Pain (ASIPP)
A society that sets education and practice standards for interventional pain medicine.
Orthopaedic Medicine (AAOM)
A physician group focused on non-surgical musculoskeletal care, including prolotherapy.
DataBiologics Registry
We report patient outcomes to a national orthobiologics registry to track results over time.
Patient stories
Hear From Our Patients
Patients describe their own experiences with care at the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine. Individual results vary.
Patient Testimonial
Patient Testimonial
FAQ
Knee Pain Treatment Questions
Answers to common questions from Farmington Hills patients. Your physician can address your specific situation during a consultation.
What training do your physicians have?
Our physicians are board-certified, and several hold the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation advanced knee injection credential for ultrasound-guided techniques.
Can I avoid knee surgery?
Some patients choose regenerative treatment first, and it may help delay or avoid surgery in selected cases. Surgery remains the right choice for some knees.
Will I still need pain medication?
Some patients rely less on medication after treatment, but results vary. Talk to your doctor before changing any prescription.
What is the difference between PRP and bone marrow-derived therapy?
PRP uses concentrated platelets from your blood; bone marrow-derived therapy uses cells collected from your bone marrow. Your physician will explain which may fit.
Is treatment painful?
Most patients feel mild, short-term discomfort. Your physician will explain what to expect.
How long is recovery?
These are outpatient procedures. Most patients return to light activity soon after.
Is it affordable?
Regenerative treatments are often less costly than surgery. Our team will review costs with you before treatment.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed to request a consultation.
Where is the clinic?
355 Barclay Circle, Suite A, Rochester Hills, MI 48307.
How do I schedule?
Call (248) 216-1008 or use the short form on this page.
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★ 4.7 Google ratingBoard-certified physiciansTwo Michigan clinics
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Free webinar replay
Watch: Latest Advancements in Non-Surgical Treatments for Knee Pain
Watch the replay of our physicians’ webinar on non-surgical knee pain treatment.
Our physicians host free webinars with live Q&A. Watch any past webinar on demand, or call us to ask about the next date.
Our locations
Visit Our Michigan Clinics
Rochester Hills Clinic
355 Barclay Cir, Suite A
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Grand Rapids Clinic
1000 E. Paris Ave SE, Suite 221
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Areas we serve
Knee Pain Care Near Farmington Hills
Patients visit our Rochester Hills and Grand Rapids clinics from across Michigan.