Shoulder injuries can be debilitating, affecting mobility and causing chronic pain. Traditional treatment options for severe shoulder pain often involve surgery or long-term pain management.
However, regenerative cell therapy has emerged as a non-surgical option many people ask about for shoulder injuries.
Understanding Regenerative Cell Therapy
Regenerative cell therapy uses donated, screened human cellular tissue from umbilical cord.
Cells from umbilical cord tissue are an active area of regenerative medicine research, including clinical trials in knee arthritis.
It is one more non-surgical option to discuss with our licensed medical team.
The Role of Regenerative Cell Therapy in Shoulder Injuries
Regenerative cell therapy is one of several non-surgical options for a severe shoulder injury, alongside rehabilitation and other care.
Here is how it works:
- Where the Tissue Comes From: The human cellular tissue we use comes from donated umbilical cord tissue after a healthy, consented birth.
- Targeted Injection: Once harvested, the cells are processed and prepared for injection. They are then precisely injected into the damaged shoulder joint, tendons, or ligaments to stimulate healing and tissue regeneration.
- Cellular Differentiation and Healing: Once injected, the regenerative cells work to differentiate into the specific cell types needed for repair. They promote tissue regeneration, reduce inflammation, and stimulate the growth of new, healthy tissue in the shoulder joint.
- How It Is Given: It is injected directly into the area of concern in the shoulder.
Why Patients Ask About Regenerative Cell Therapy
What sets it apart:
- Donated Tissue: Because the tissue is donated, nothing is taken from your own body.
- Part of a Full Plan: It can sit alongside rehabilitation and other care in one plan.
- Little Downtime: Most patients have little, if any, recovery time.
- Minimally Invasive Approach: Compared to surgical interventions, regenerative cell therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that does not require extensive incisions or prolonged recovery time.
- Customized Treatment Plans: Regenerative cell therapy can be tailored to each patient’s specific needs, considering the severity of the injury, age, and overall health. Your plan is built around your exam and your goals.
To find out more information about regenerative cell therapy, contact Envista Medical today at (661) 587-0700.