People with injuries and chronic pain can benefit from the recent advancements of medical science. One general development in pain management is multidisciplinary medicine, the use of traditional health care in conjunction with complementary modalities (massage therapy, chiropractic care, etc.).
Similar to the multidisciplinary approach is the philosophy behind holistic medicine, which focuses on treatment of the entire body and mind rather than zeroing in on the sites of dysfunction. Holistic treatments are based not just on the connectivity of the disparate aspects of physiology but on the ability of the body to heal itself. A set of breakthrough therapies – collectively called regenerative medicine – are indicative of the strong medical science behind the holistic perspective.
The role of MSC’s
Regenerative therapy, as suggested above, optimizes your body’s natural mechanisms to repair its own cells. This form of medicine utilizes stem cells – specifically mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC’s).
These cells are undifferentiated and multipotent, meaning they can develop into many different types of cells. MSC’s, ethically sourced from a patient’s own body, are introduced to the damaged tissues, allowing natural healing to arise. The capacity to trigger self-healing is one of the most compelling advantages regenerative therapy provides.
MSC’s are present in the blood stream, body fat, and bone marrow, protecting our bodies by generating restoration of any body tissues that become injured. To facilitate the benefits of regenerative therapy, healthcare practitioners remove the stem cells from the fat and release them into the damaged area.
This form of treatment is noninvasive and nonsurgical. Scientific research on regenerative medicine has consistently revealed that this form of therapy produces positive results, accompanied by minimal risk of side effects.
The role of PRP
The benefits of regenerative therapy are evident in another type of injection as well: the introduction of platelet rich plasma (PRP). PRP injections also stimulate healing in the body, specifically bolstering proteins and growth factors. This type of injection, like an MSC injection, is used to ease pain and increase functionality in the spine and joints.
Many patients with tendinitis, osteoarthritis, herniated discs, and other health conditions have experienced the advantages regenerative therapy offers.
Administering any groundbreaking medical treatment requires the dedication of an experienced medical staff. The Weston Medical team is passionate about restoring the healthy functionality of your body, using regenerative therapy and a host of other techniques. Contact us today to discuss a personalized treatment plan.
