Although stem cells are not new to the medical field, their use in a variety of innovative treatments means more people can experience pain relief without needing surgery. Stem cell therapy, also known as regenerative medicine, is the process of creating functional tissues that can repair or replace existing tissue in the body. Read below to learn more about stem cell therapy and how it may be able to treat common painful conditions.
What Can Stem Cell Therapy Treat?
There is a seemingly endless amount of conditions that can be treated with stem cells, from osteoarthritis or carpal tunnel to an ACL sprain or tennis elbow. Stem cell therapy is particularly beneficial for those areas of the body that are susceptible to degeneration, such as joints in the knees, back, hips, and shoulders. Each injury is unique, however, so it is essential to talk with a medical professional to determine if stem cell therapy would be helpful for your particular injury.
How Does Stem Cell Therapy Work?
Stem cell therapy does more than just mask symptoms of pain like prescription medication–this treatment actually addresses the underlying cause of pain. At All American Healthcare, stem cells from donated cord blood tissue are injected directly into the damaged tissue to repair the injury. These stem cells are known as multipotent cells, and they can differentiate into many different cells that are in the same family as the donor stem cells. Most patients return to their daily activities immediately after treatment and can start seeing results within 8-10 weeks.
Why Use Stem Cell Therapy?
When used correctly, stem cell therapy can be a cost-effective and less invasive alternative to surgery. An injection of stem cells into damaged tissue can encourage your body to heal itself naturally rather than risking more severe damage from invasive procedures. Stem cell therapy procedures should be completed in one appointment in the office and offer quicker recovery times than surgical procedures. Additionally, stem cell therapy must meet FDA regulations and guidelines to keep patients safe.
Where Can I Learn More?
All American Healthcare offers free and educational stem cell seminars where you can learn more about stem cell therapy from a medical professional on our staff. Stem cell therapy may not be the best treatment for every patient, so learn more about the procedure, recovery time, and outcomes with the team at All American Healthcare.
All American Healthcare is dedicated to helping our patients live a pain-free life. Whether you are dealing with chronic back pain, osteoarthritis, or a sports injury, you may be suffering from unnecessary pain. We offer a variety of treatments, including stem cell therapy, chiropractic adjustments, trigger point injections, and more to treat your pain and help you take back your health. Most of our consultations come at no cost to our patients, so come visit us at our Covington or Hammond locations, and start living pain-free today.
