What is stem cell therapy?
Stem cell therapy uses your own concentrated cells, most often from bone marrow drawn from the hip (bone marrow aspirate concentrate), injected at the site of an injury or painful joint to support the body’s natural healing. It is a nonsurgical option that may help conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendinitis and rotator cuff injuries. A consultation determines whether you are a good candidate, and results vary from person to person.
The human body is remarkably intelligent, and regenerative medicine focuses on its ability to repair and restore itself with the right guidance and tools.
It may sound surprising, but your body’s own cells can offer a new way to manage pain and discomfort and to recover from injuries.
Enter stem cell therapy.
Stem cell therapy is one of many regenerative medicine options at Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, and it is getting the attention of physicians, patients and researchers alike.
As a nonsurgical approach to pain relief and healing, stem cell therapy is showing promise for many painful conditions.
Read on to learn more.
Stem cell therapy and how it is being used
Stem cell therapy is a treatment that uses your own concentrated cells, often from your own bone marrow, to support and encourage healing at the site of an injury.
At Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, we use stem cell therapy for conditions including:
- Osteoarthritis
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Spinal disc issues
- Plantar fasciitis
The treatment is simple, yet promising.
Most often, we use stem cells from the bone marrow in a patient’s hip. The cells are then processed, counted and analyzed in our in-house lab.
The cells are injected into the problem area, and a local anesthetic or IV sedation may be used. Follow-up appointments help track your progress.
The beauty of stem cell therapy is that it is a natural approach to pain relief, unlike medication and surgery.
Potential benefits of stem cell therapy include:
- Reduced inflammation, as certain cells may support the inflammatory response and tissue repair
- Less joint pain, whether from osteoarthritis or other joint issues
- A nonsurgical option for healing and pain relief, without many of the risks that come with surgery
- Improved joint mobility and less stiffness
- Improved flexibility and overall physical function
- A return to activities you enjoy
- Typically less recovery time than surgery
A consultation can guide your treatment plan and determine whether you are a good candidate for stem cell therapy or other regenerative medicine treatments at our clinic.
Options in regenerative medicine in Michigan
As a leading regenerative medicine clinic in Michigan, patients come to us when they want nonsurgical, minimally invasive options for feeling better, healing and living with less chronic pain.
If you are dealing with arthritis, chronic pain or an injury that continues to cause issues, stem cell therapy or other regenerative medicine treatments may be a good option for you.
We believe the body can work to heal itself, and we always take a customized, personalized approach to each patient’s treatment. No two patients are alike, so we take time to understand your concerns, health history, goals and lifestyle.
We invite you to call our office to schedule your appointment. Relief from pain may be closer than you think, and we want to guide you on your healing journey.
Call our Rochester Hills office at (248) 216-1008 or our Grand Rapids office at (616) 288-1109, or request a consultation online.
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