What is stem cell therapy?
Stem cell therapy is a regenerative treatment (also known as regenerative medicine) intended for pain in the musculoskeletal system. The surprising impact of stem cell therapy makes it a reasonable treatment choice for an assortment of musculoskeletal ailments. Stem cell treatments are used to treat musculoskeletal injuries, meniscus tears, rotator cuff tears, knee osteoarthritis, and various other complaints.
How does stem cell therapy work?
Stem cell treatment is a rapidly evolving field! Every few months, more research is published about the role stem cells play in the body. The body has several different types of stem cells, and these are used to help our body replace cells as they are injured and die.
Where do we get the stem cells from?
For our applications, we extract the stem cells from one of two places: bone marrow and fat (adipose). Each site has its pros and cons, and, in some clinics, they will combine stem cells from both fat and bone marrow into one treatment! Bone marrow sounds scary, but it is a simple procedure with minimal discomfort.
What happens next?
After the cells are harvested, they are taken to a lab and processed under sterile conditions. The specimen is spun in a centrifuge to separate the stem cells from the red blood cells (and other cells). Then the sample is concentrated to maximize the number of stem cells in the final solution. Finally, the final product is ready, and it will be injected into the damaged tissue.