Stem Cell Injections for Knee Osteoarthritis
In the past year, doctors published numerous studies to highlight their findings that stem cell therapy from both bone marrow and fat sources show significant results in the repair of rotator cuff, meniscus, cartilage, and osteoarthritis problems.
Stem Cell Injections are part of our treatment plan for joint injuries and chronic pain. We have specialized, since 2010, in the non-surgical treatment of joint injuries, using techniques such as prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma therapy, and stem cell therapy to regenerate joint tissue. This experience allows us to take a dual approach to joint injury with the use of stem cells and PRP to treat within the joint, and the use of prolotherapy to strengthen and regenerate the supporting structure of the joint.
A holistic view of orthopaedics is also followed in several ways, look not only at the injured joint, but at where the problem originates, whether that is with a tilt in the pelvis, abnormal gait (walking cycle), spinal misalignment or, for example, with acquired weakness in the foot leading to excessive pronation and a drop in the arch.
Furthermore, where a full discussion of diet, exercise, lifestyle, and supplementation is reviewed. We employ medical weight management programs if necessary to help take pressure off the joint. We believe a comprehensive and cohesive approach to joint injury will yield the greatest results and help to prevent surgery.
Stem Cell Therapy Injections in the Knee and cartilage growth
Osteoarthritis is a progressive disorder of the joints caused by gradual loss of articular cartilage, which naturally possesses a limited regenerative capacity. In the present study, the potential of intra-articular injection of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) has been evaluated osteoarthritic patients. During a one-year follow-up period – comparison of magnetic resonance images (MRI) at baseline and six months post-stem cell injection displayed an increase in cartilage thickness, extension of the repair tissue over the subchondral bone and a considerable decrease in the size of edematous subchondral patches. While the term “stem cell treatment” often sparks thoughts of political debate and controversy, it shouldn’t in this case, as the treatment we offer refers to the use of an adult patient’s own stem cells. These stem cells, called mesenchymal stem cells, are those responsible for rebuilding and regenerating the body. Derive these cells from a patient’s own tissue and then inject them in a concentrated form in an area of injury or chronic degeneration where they help the damaged ligament, joint or tendon, regenerate – and heal – permanently. Because the cells come from the patient, there is no risk of rejection.
Source: Sure Cell Medical