Over the years we’ve unearthed some great studies that show that knee and hip replacement isn’t really all it’s cracked up to be. All of this began as a way to show patients what I see in the clinic—a combination of both satisfied and dissatisfied patients who have had their knee or hip replaced. Many of them look at the procedure as a rite of passage, and it never occurs to them that if they look at the experience critically, it was tough, and the results were less than they had envisioned. Some are quite satisfied, but they come to us because they want to avoid another major surgical procedure.
The infographic above is a visual compilation of many different studies. Take a look, and share this with your loved ones who are considering these big surgeries!
Martha, While the expectation is that stem cell procedures will be covered at some point in the future, unfortunately, it does not look like the near future.
Chris Centeno, MD is a specialist in regenerative medicine and the new field of Interventional Orthopedics. Centeno pioneered orthopedic stem cell procedures in 2005 and is responsible for a large amount of the published research on stem cell use for orthopedic applications.
Regenerative procedures are commonly used to treat musculoskelatal trauma, overuse injuries, and degenerative issues, including failed surgeries.
Shoulder
Many Shoulder and Rotator Cuff injuries are good candidates for regenerative treatments. Before considering shoulder arthroscopy or shoulder replacement, consider an evaluation of your condition with a regenerative treatment specialist.
Many spine injuries and degenerative conditions are good candidates for regenerative treatments and there are a number of studies showing promising results in treating a wide range of spine problems. Spine surgery should be a last resort for anyone, due to the cascade of negative effects it can have on the areas surrounding the surgery. And epidural steroid injections are problematic due to their long-term negative impact on bone density.
Knees are the target of many common sports injuries. Sadly, they are also the target of a number of surgeries that research has frequently shown to be ineffective or minimally effective. Knee arthritis can also be a common cause for aging athletes to abandon the sports and activities they love. Regenerative procedures can be used to treat a wide range of knee injuries and conditions. They can even be used to reduce pain and delay knee replacement for more severe arthritis.
Many spine injuries and degenerative conditions are good candidates for regenerative treatments and there are a number of studies showing promising results in treating a wide range of spine problems. Spine surgery should be a last resort for anyone, due to the cascade of negative effects it can have on the areas surrounding the surgery. And epidural steroid injections are problematic due to their long-term negative impact on bone density.
Hand and wrist injuries and arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and conditions relating to overuse of the thumb, are good candidates for regenerative treatments. Before considering surgery, consider an evaluation of your condition with a regenerative treatment specialist.
Hand and Wrist Arthritis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Thumb Arthritis (Basal Joint, CMC, Gamer’s Thumb, Texting Thumb)
Hip injuries and degenerative conditions become more common with age. Do to the nature of the joint, it’s not quite as easy to injure as a knee, but it can take a beating and pain often develops over time. Whether a hip condition is acute or degenerative, regenerative procedures can help reduce pain and may help heal injured tissue, without the complications of invasive surgical hip procedures.
Foot and ankle injuries are common in athletes. These injuries can often benefit from non-surgical regenerative treatments. Before considering surgery, consider an evaluation of your condition with a regenerative treatment specialist.
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Yes but will insurance cover for these cells?? I am in a waiting list for a hip replacement .
Martha,
While the expectation is that stem cell procedures will be covered at some point in the future, unfortunately, it does not look like the near future.
How is a person supposed to print that long skinny pdf? A version broken up in to printable pages would be nice.
David,
It is long and skinny, sorry for that! There was just so much information to include.
David,
Why is are stem cells procedures not reimbursed by insurance?
Fran
Fran,
The short answer is the Insurance Industry considers stem cell procedures experiemental, and these things take time. The long answer is it likely has to do with things like this: https://regenexx.com/blog/does-meniscus-repair-work/ and https://regenexx.com/blog/orthopedic-civil-war-begins/ and https://regenexx.com/blog/academia-stem-cells-dissing-clinics-one-side-campus-running-side/