Can Stem Cell Treatment Strengthen Your Back

Chronic back pain can be a challenging medical problem to treat. Although the majority of cases do respond well to traditional back pain treatments, some people continue to have symptoms despite the use of traditional treatments. In such cases, cutting-edge procedures such as stem cell therapy may be appropriate. 

Common Back Problems

The spine can be affected by a wide range of conditions, from relatively common problems like bulging discs to rare and serious conditions like spinal tumors. Some common spine problems include: 

• Bulging discs
• Herniated discs
• Bone spurs
• Vertebral fractures
• Spondylolisthesis
• Spinal arthritis

Stem Cell Treatment

Stem cells are cells that have the potential to differentiate into any other type of cell in the body. They are abundant during embryonic development, and can be found in umbilical cord blood. In addition, adults still have stem cells in limited amounts, particularly in the blood and bone marrow. 

For years, scientists have been interested in the clinical applications of stem cells. Because stem cells can differentiate into any other type of cell, scientists theorized that they might be encouraged to regenerate damaged tissue. 

Although such incredible applications are not yet available, stem cells have been shown to make a difference in the treatment of many spine conditions, as well as other orthopedic problems such as knee arthritis. During stem cell treatment, stem cells from the patient's own body or from donated umbilical cord blood are injected into the affected part of the spine. The stem cells have powerful, long-lasting anti-inflammatory effects. 

Stem cell treatment can be used to treat a wide range of common spine conditions, including but not limited to bulging discs and herniated discs.

Back Pain Consultations

If you suffer from back pain, the first step to finding relief is to schedule a consultation with a trusted spine expert. Each case is unique, and only your doctor can determine which treatment is most appropriate given your clinical situation. 

At your consultation, the doctor will evaluate the current state of your back, as well as which treatments have been effective or ineffective in the past. From there, the physician will work with you to formulate a plan of treatment. In general, the least invasive procedures will be used as the first course of treatment, while more intensive treatments will only be used if conservative methods are inappropriate or ineffective.

Dr. Sukdeb Datta would be happy to meet with you about whether stem cell treatment is right for your back condition. To schedule a consultation today, please click below and enter your information or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at (212) 430-0312.