Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should avoid this treatment. We also do not recommend this to any patient going through cancer treatments. Anyone suffering from anemia, platelet issues, or other blood disorders may explore other options.
We will first meet with you in order to obtain a thorough medical history and perform a thorough examination. We will then discuss the treatment plan including the exact areas to be treated.
Leading up to the treatment, patients should avoid use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medications. We generally recommend that patients avoid these medications for two weeks prior to and four weeks following the procedure.
The procedure does not take very long. We will typically reserve an hour for your appointment. Many people experience just a minor amount of pain during the procedure as we apply a generous amount of local anesthetic to help reduce discomfort. It is recommended that a friend or family member accompany patients so that they can drive home after the procedure.
Following the procedure, there may be mild discomfort at the procedural for a few days. We generally recommend applying ice and using Tylenol as needed.
We recommend avoiding strenuous activities for one week. Most people can return to normal daily activities the very next day. Further recommendations related to activity modification are discussed with each patient and are dependent on the area being treated.
Gradual incremental improvements are expected following the procedure. After several weeks to months, many patients begin to notice an overall reduction in symptoms and improvement in function.
Most injuries being treated took years to develop, so it can take time to improve these symptoms. Patience is important.
As with any medical procedure, there are always risks, however we are very careful about taking all precautions in order to minimize risks. Some risks do include bruising, bleeding, infection, or increased pain. Risks and benefits of the procedure are more thoroughly discussed during consultations.
Currently, BMAC tends to not be covered by the vast majority of insurance companies.
We are happy to discuss any financial questions before moving forward with any treatment. Our goal is to make this an affordable treatment for any patient who might benefit from it.
I am an avid athlete and I enjoy running daily. Due to the years of running both my knees are in constant pain. I went to my orthopedic doctor and he recommended knee replacements and told me I was “bone on bone” and this is my only option for pain relief. I was recommended to Renew by my insurance agent (who had the procedure done on his knees). I had stem cells injected into each knee with PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and my knees feel so much better. Both my knees feel less pain and are moving better than they have in years. I’m glad I didn’t get surgery on my knees and pursued the stem cell therapy. Thanks to the staff and doctors.
I was a little skeptical at first about the stem cell therapy but decided to go ahead with it. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made. The day after my back injections, my pain level dropped to a zero when the day before it was almost a 10. I had not been able to stand to cook, housework or shop for longer than a 10 to 15 minute without resting or sitting down. The day after my injection, I was able to walk while shopping for almost a straight 4 hours. I would recommend it for anyone in constant pain as I was.
The knee shots have worked quite well to keep me away from an artificial joint.
I was very, very impressed with the service I received here. I was a little afraid of having an injection, but was very surprised at the fact that I hardly felt it at all. The doctor and his nurse were extremely calming and professional. If I even need to have this procedure done again I would not hesitate to return.
I would highly recommend this treatment because of the wonderful response I have had from it. In my case, I got almost immediate relief from my back pain and I still enjoying being pain free. My pain was so bad prior to stem cell therapy I could not stand more than 5 to 10 minutes to do dishes or cook. Now that is not a problem. I am able to walk and shop for long periods of time. I am looking forward to many more years of being pain free.
On a scale of 1-10, we rated the experience a 10. My wife and I both had the therapy. We have felt the impacts the very first day and have high expectations of success with the procedure. Dr. Paul and Dr. Jeremy were professional, caring and kind. We have never had someone in the medical profession spend so much time examining us, reviewing the procedure and administering the therapy – injections. They were quite frankly amazing. We both received separate follow up calls the evening of the therapy.