Find Stem Cell Injection Therapy For The Spine NYC

Stem cells have been used in research and certain medical conditions for years, but their use is now expanding to non-traditional arenas. One of the most cutting-edge treatments for common spine conditions is stem cell injection therapy, which can dramatically reduce inflammation in the spine.

What Are Stem Cells?

Most cells in the body only have the potential to become the same cells later on - skin cells will replicate to produce more skin cells, for example. However, there are some cells that have the potential to become any other cells in the body. These cells are most prevalent in embryonic tissue, as a single egg and sperm combine and replicate to create an entire human body. However, adult tissue also has stem cells, especially in fat and bone marrow.

Stem Cell Therapy for the Spine

In recent years, spine doctors have pioneered the use of stem cell therapy for the spine. During this treatment, stem cells are harvested from your own fat or bone marrow, then injected into an injured part of the spine. The treatment can be used for a number of conditions, including herniated discs and bulging discs.

The reason stem cell therapy works for spine conditions is not fully understood. However, doctors have observed dramatic reductions in inflammation and relief of symptoms.

One of the biggest advantages of stem cell therapy is the fact that the treatment is minimally invasive. This makes it a great choice for people who haven't responded to conservative treatments, but are not ready to go with a more invasive spine surgery.

Although stem cell therapy is rarely the first course of treatment for spine conditions, it can be extremely valuable for treating cases where medication and physical therapy are unhelpful. Only your doctor can determine whether or not this treatment is right for you, based on your symptoms, what treatments you've responded to in the past, and your preferences.

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