Stem cells are the body's smallest building blocks that form all the specialized cells in your body. The nature of stem cells allows them to function as any type of cell in your body. Think of them as a blank slate waiting to be told what to do.

Stem cell therapy uses the regenerative capabilities of stem cells to replace damaged cells. Since they can be guided to grow into any kind of specialized cell, stem cells have a wide range of uses.

Associated Orthopedists of Detroit PC offers this therapy to patients who are dealing with pain from injuries or chronic diseases.

During stem cell therapy, your doctor extracts stem cells from your bone marrow or fat tissue or uses donor cells. They inject the cells into targeted areas to treat damage by prompting new cells to grow.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy has regenerative properties that help patients with pain relief and restored mobility. The Associated Orthopedists of Detroit offers PRP as a treatment for injuries or chronic diseases like arthritis.

Platelets are the part of your blood that is rich in growth factors and help with inflammation and clotting when you suffer an injury. PRP therapy aims to harness the regenerative power of platelets to help repair damaged skeletal and muscle tissues.

Your doctor takes a sample of your blood and runs it through a centrifugal machine that separates the platelets from other blood matter. The concentrated platelet solution is injected back into targeted problem areas to stimulate tissue regeneration.

Stem cell therapy and PRP are used to treat a variety of orthopedic issues, including diseases and acute and chronic injuries to your muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and bones. They can help treat specific conditions like:

• Arthritic joints

• Rotator cuff tears

• Degenerative spinal conditions

• Tendonitis

• Overuse injuries

The practice offers stem cell therapy and PRP as an alternative to surgery, as both procedures are minimally invasive, relatively painless, and can be done in-house without the need for additional specialists.

To learn more about innovative therapies like stem cell therapy and PRP, and how they can benefit you, call Associated Orthopedists of Detroit PC or use the online scheduling tool to book a consultation today.