At Genesis Orthopaedic and Spine, we employ a comprehensive range of treatments to address the diverse conditions of our patients. Among the options that we offer are those related to regenerative medicine, such as BMAC and adipose cell therapy. Regenerative treatments aim to stimulate the body’s repair mechanisms to heal tissues or replace them. BMAC (Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate) and Adipose cell therapy are our primary regenerative medicine treatments, and today we’re going to break them down so you can understand how they work
Traditional Treatments vs. Regenerative Approaches
Regenerative medicine and traditional treatments are two different approaches to healthcare. While traditional medicine focuses on treating the symptoms of a condition using standard healthcare practices such as pharmacology, rehabilitation, or surgery, regenerative medicine harnesses the body’s natural healing processes to regenerate and repair damaged tissues.
While effective for many conditions, traditional medicine often fails to address the underlying causes or restore the original functionality of the affected tissues. Treatments like BMAC and adipose cell therapy may offer long-term solutions by addressing the root cause of the patient’s condition and promoting tissue regeneration.
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What is Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC)?
Bone marrow aspiration concentrate (BMAC) is an in-office procedure that involves collecting the liquid inside bones containing white blood cells, platelets, growth factors, and proteins. It uses a patient’s bone marrow to reduce inflammation and restore joint and tendon function. BMAC may benefit patients with osteoarthritis and chronic tendon injuries by reducing inflammation and pain, especially for those unwilling or unsuitable for surgery, often after prior injections like steroids or platelet-rich plasma.
What is Adipose Cell Therapy?
The adipose tissue (known as body fat) can also aid in tissue recovery. Adipose cell therapy is a form of stem cell therapy that utilizes your body’s natural healing processes to treat various conditions.
The stem cells extracted from your own body are concentrated to multiply and differentiate into the injured tissue. Your orthopedist then injects the concentrated adipose-derived stem cells into the affected area to promote the healing ability of injured and degenerated bone, cartilage, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.
What Can be Treated with BMAC and Adipose Cell Therapy?
BMAC and Adipose cells can be used to treat many conditions, such as:
In Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Shoulder, Ankle)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Joint Conditions
- Tendon Injuries (Rotator Cuff Tears, Tennis Elbow, Achilles Tendinitis)
- Ligament Injuries (ACL tears, MCL sprains, Ankle Ligament Damage)
- Cartilage Defects and Chondromalacia
- Meniscal Tears and Knee Injuries
- Plantar Fasciitis and Foot/Ankle Conditions
- Back Pain and Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Hip Labral Tears and Hip Impingement
- Muscle Strains and Sports Injuries
In Chronic Pain Conditions
- Fibromyalgia and Widespread Musculoskeletal Pain
- Chronic Joint Pain from Various Causes
- Neuropathic Pain Conditions
- Post-surgical Pain and Healing Enhancement
- Chronic Tendinopathy and Overuse Injuries
Are BMAC and Adipose Cell Therapy Suitable For You?
If you’ve already tried physical therapy, rest, steroid injections, and anti-inflammatory medications without success, then you should consider trying regenerative medicine. Many patients turn to regenerative therapies when they reach a plateau in traditional treatments or want to avoid more aggressive interventions like surgery.
Your overall health will play a significant role in determining whether regenerative medicine will be effective. While these therapies are minimally invasive and low-risk, your body needs to be in a relatively good state to respond optimally to treatment. If your body can participate efficiently in the healing process, achieving results will be easier.
At Genesis Orthopedic and Spine, our specialists will evaluate your medical history, imaging, lifestyle, and goals to determine whether you’re likely to benefit from regenerative treatments such as BMAC and adipose cell therapy. These treatments are not a magic solution; they are a catalyst for your natural healing systems, and the process may vary among different patients.
