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Stem Cell
Therapy
Thousands of Successful Stem Cell Treatments Performed with Proven Results Over the Last Decade
At Universal Medical Group, we offer advanced stem cell therapy for patients seeking natural, regenerative treatment for a wide range of conditions, from orthopedic and sports injuries to cardiovascular and neurological issues. Our expert team is dedicated to providing personalized care and innovative solutions to help you achieve optimal health and wellness safely and effectively.
Introduction to Stem Cell Therapy
The next frontier of regenerative medicine derived from the body’s natural heal-able capacity is stem cell therapy. The treatment heals and re-enables a damaged tissue, and is the cure for orthopaedic, cardiovascular, neuromuscular and autoimmune conditions. We all have the stem cells in our body and they are always there to regenerate tissues but the older we are, the worse they are at their job. Stem cell therapy helps speed up the body’s healing by delivering concentrated cells to the damaged area to heal faster, better.
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Introduction to Stem Cell Therapy
Types of Stem Cells Used in Therapy
Types of Stem Cells Used in Therapy
Two cells, called stem cells, are used in stem cell therapy chiefly:
- ESCs: These pluripotent cells can become just about any type of cell but they’re not usually used as much for ethical reasons.
- Adult Stem Cells: Found in tissue such as bone marrow, adult stem cells can form into certain cell types, including muscle, tendon, and ligament cells which can be used for orthopedic and regenerative medicine.
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Applications of Stem Cell Therapy
Preparing for the Procedure
To prepare for a stem cell therapy procedure, patients should avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) at least two weeks prior, as these can interfere with the body’s healing response. Your doctor may provide additional instructions based on your condition.
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Preparing for the Procedure
The Stem Cell Therapy Procedure
It entails harvesting stem cells, often the patient’s own bone marrow. Once anaesthetised, a needle is inserted in the iliac crest of the pelvis bone and bone marrow is removed. They’re ferried into a lab, the stem cells centrifuged, and re-injected into the problem area, with the help of an acupuncturist. This whole procedure takes less than an hour and patients can often go home that same day.
Who is a Good Candidate for Stem Cell Therapy?
Stem cell therapy might be for patients with joint pain, sports injuries or a degenerative condition who don’t want or need surgery but are willing to put it off. People who want a natural, regenerative treatment for pain and enhanced function are prime candidates. Your doctor will determine whether stem cell therapy is the treatment for you based on your individual needs.
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Who is a Good Candidate for Stem Cell Therapy?
Post-Operative Care
Post-Operative Care
There is little postcare and most patients can return to work the same day. But don’t work hard and don’t use NSAIDs that do not help recovery. It is fast so that patients can be out of the hospital as soon as possible.
Stem Cell Therapy: The Advantages and Drawbacks of the Therapy.
- Advantages: Minimal Invasive, No complications, Faster Recovery, Less Risk of immune rejection – utilizing the body’s own cells.
- Cons: Not many long-term evidence of effectiveness since it’s a new therapy in many settings.
Risks and Complications
There are very few complications for stem cell therapy. But like all medical treatments, risks are present, such as infection or immune response. They’re uncommon, and often avoidable with proper care and hygienic measures in the surgical setting.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Stem cell therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that uses the body’s own stem cells to repair damaged tissues and promote natural healing.
Stem cell therapy can treat orthopedic issues, cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders, autoimmune conditions, sports injuries, and even certain types of cancers.
The main types are embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells. Universal Medical Group primarily uses adult stem cells derived from the patient’s own bone marrow.
Stem cell treatment is non-invasive, extremely minimally invasive, even. It is composed of the patient’s own cells, and there is very little chance of immune rejection. But there aren’t many infections to worry about, as in any surgery.
The procedure usually takes less than an hour, and patients can often return home the same day.
Ideal candidates include individuals with joint pain, sports injuries, or chronic conditions who want to avoid surgery. Your doctor will evaluate your case to determine if stem cell therapy is right for you.
Avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for at least two weeks before the procedure, as they can affect the body’s healing response.
Recovery is quick, and most patients return to work the next day. Strenuous activities should be avoided for a few weeks, and NSAIDs should be avoided to maximize healing.
Stem cell therapy is promising for reducing signs of aging and improving skin elasticity, providing a natural approach to skin health and rejuvenation.
Yes, stem cell transplants can support cancer treatment, particularly for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors, by helping to regenerate healthy cells.