Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
Treatment for Knee Pain Near Macomb, MI from Board-Certified Doctors
PRP therapy and other regenerative knee pain treatments for Macomb patients, personalized by board-certified doctors at our Rochester Hills clinic.
★ 4.7 Google rating · Board-certified physicians · Rochester Hills & Grand Rapids
How does PRP therapy for knee pain near Macomb, MI work?
PRP therapy uses your own plasma and platelets to support a healing response in the knee. A small amount of blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, which are then placed into the treatment area under ultrasound guidance. For Macomb patients, it is an alternative to surgery or medication-based plans.
Knee pain is one of the most common types of joint pain we see. Many patients struggle to find a plan that fits their lives and goals. For Macomb patients, the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine offers a personalized alternative to surgery or medication-based plans at our Rochester Hills clinic.
Understanding Regenerative Medicine
Regenerative medicine focuses on supporting the repair of damaged tissue, which is often behind chronic knee pain. Rather than only covering up pain, these treatments use cells and other biologic material, usually from the patient, to work with the body’s natural healing response.
How PRP Therapy Works
platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy starts with a small blood draw. The blood is spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, and the concentrate is placed into the knee under ultrasound guidance. Platelets carry growth factors involved in healing.
- Uses your own blood
- Outpatient visit
- Little downtime
- No long-term medication
Other Regenerative Options
Depending on your knee, your physician may also discuss prolotherapy or bone marrow-derived cell therapy. Learn more about stem cell therapy for knees.
Who May Be a Candidate
- Adults with knee osteoarthritis
- Patients with tendon or ligament irritation
- People with meniscus problems who want to avoid surgery
- Patients who have not found lasting relief from other care
Cost is reviewed before you decide. See PRP treatment cost in Michigan.
Schedule Knee Pain Treatment Near Macomb
Call (248) 216-1008 to request a free consultation.
Conditions
Conditions Our Physicians Evaluate
Osteoarthritis, tendon and ligament irritation, and meniscus problems are common reasons Macomb patients ask about PRP.
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 Macomb patients. Your physician can address your specific situation during a consultation.
How long does a PRP visit take?
Your physician will explain the timing for your treatment. The blood draw, preparation, and placement all happen in the same outpatient visit.
Is PRP made from my own blood?
Yes. PRP is prepared from a small sample of your own blood.
What is PRP therapy?
PRP is a concentrate of your own platelets, prepared from a small blood draw and placed into the knee under ultrasound guidance to support the body’s healing response.
What is bone marrow-derived cell therapy?
Cells are collected from your own bone marrow with established techniques, concentrated, and placed into the knee under imaging guidance. Research is ongoing.
What is prolotherapy?
Prolotherapy uses a mild solution injected into irritated ligaments or tendons to stimulate a healing response, performed with image guidance.
Is treatment done with imaging?
Yes. Our physicians use ultrasound to guide injections into the right part of the knee.
Is there downtime after treatment?
These are outpatient procedures. Most patients return to light activity soon after and follow a gradual exercise plan.
Will I need more than one treatment?
It depends on your diagnosis. Our in-house lab prepares concentrated PRP, and your physician will explain how many sessions are recommended.
Where is the clinic for Macomb patients?
Our clinic is at 355 Barclay Circle, Suite A, Rochester Hills, MI 48307. Call (248) 216-1008 for directions.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Call (248) 216-1008 or use the short form on this page to request your free consultation.
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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 Macomb
Patients visit our Rochester Hills and Grand Rapids clinics from across Michigan.