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Q: How are the "injectables" in regenerative medicine prepared?

The tissue sample (of blood, fat, or bone marrow) will be "spun down" in a centrifuge and concentrated. This concentrate contains certain cells and molecules that help injuries heal.

Q: How does regenerative medicine work?

Samples of a person’s own body tissue (blood, fat, or bone marrow) are collected and concentrated via centrifugation to produce a solution (concentration of certain cells) that is then regrafted into the patient. Some evidence suggests that these prepared concentrates contain not only cells that signal or "call" other cells to gather at the site of injury to assist with healing, but also many proteins and molecules that alleviate the inflammation process and pain symptoms.

Q: What is Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment?

PRP is produced from a small sample of a person’s own blood. The blood is centrifuged (spun down) to isolate and concentrate platelets and growth factors, which are the blood cells that assist in natural tissue healing processes. These platelets and growth factors, along with a fluid portion of blood called plasma, are then injected back into the person at the site of their injury. The injection contains a number of proteins that can potentially decrease inflammation, reduce pain and improve tissue healing. PRP has been used for many soft-tissue injuries, including those in ligaments, tendons, knee menisci, cartilage and muscle. As with all autologous regenerative medicine, PRP is generally safe, since it is a therapy derived from the patient’s own blood.

Q: What can I expect after my bone marrow procedure?

BMC can stimulate a healing response and the first phase of healing involves inflammation. As a result, BMC may initially cause stiffness and mild swelling that can typically last about one week. Anti-inflammatory medications are discouraged for up to two weeks after the procedure to allow for an adequate natural inflammatory response. Ice, acetaminophen (Tylenol), and pain medications can be used if necessary. Motion Activity involving the injured body without strengthening is encouraged. Physical therapy is encouraged following the treatment, depending on the nature of the injury. The bone marrow aspiration site may feel like a bruise for several days and will need approximately one week for complete healing. A waterproof dressing will be provided but still avoid pools, hot tubs and baths during this time period. Showers are allowed.

Q: What can I expect on the day of the bone marrow procedure?

Expect to be in clinic for around two hours. Paperwork will need to be completed prior to your injection. The procedure will take place in the clinic in a procedure room. A local anesthetic will be administered at the site to numb the area and after the bone marrow aspiration is performed, a bandage will be applied. The bone marrow will be processed immediately afterwards. The BMC will be administered the same day via injection to the affected area using ultrasound and xray guidance in the clinic. Depending on your injury, an orthosis may be administered followed by any prescriptions including physical therapy. A follow-up appointment will be made at this time as well.

How are the “injectables” in regenerative medicine prepared?

The tissue sample (of blood, fat, or bone marrow) will [...]

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How does regenerative medicine work?

Samples of a person’s own body tissue (blood, fat, or [...]

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What is Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment?

PRP is produced from a small sample of a person’s [...]

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How long does it take to see any results?

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By valethealth|2022-05-24T18:45:54+00:00May 24, 2022|Regenerative Medicine FAQs|Comments Off

What can I expect after my bone marrow procedure?

BMC can stimulate a healing response and the first phase [...]

By valethealth|2022-05-24T18:45:00+00:00May 24, 2022|Regenerative Medicine FAQs|Comments Off

What can I expect on the day of the bone marrow procedure?

Expect to be in clinic for around two hours. Paperwork [...]

By valethealth|2022-05-24T17:53:04+00:00May 24, 2022|Regenerative Medicine FAQs|Comments Off