What is Bone Marrow Cell Therapy?

Bone marrow is rich in various growth factors, as well as a small percentage of mesenchymal stem cells.  Bone marrow cell (BMC) therapy refers to a specialized procedure that uses your own bone marrow to help heal areas of injury.

 

How does it work?

BMC therapy works by promoting the body’s own healing mechanisms.  The bone marrow helps to restart the healing cascade and promote the repair of injured tissue.  Ultimately, this can lead to reduced pain and improved function at the injured area.

 

What is BMC used for?

BMC can be used for various orthopedic and sports medicine injuries.  The science is still developing, but shows much promise in its application for arthritis, tendon injuries, ligament sprains, and muscle strains, to name a few.  BMC therapy is an excellent option for injuries that have failed to adequately respond to more conservative treatment.  

 

How is it performed?

Bone marrow extraction is performed at the pelvic bone under sterile conditions.  The bone marrow is then concentrated to help isolate the regenerative proteins. Once the BMC has been successfully collected, it is then carefully injected into the area of injury under ultrasound or x-ray guidance to ensure accuracy and precision.

 

What happens after the procedure?

Following the procedure, your physician will maintain close follow-up with you to monitor your progress and to answer any questions/concerns that may arise.  Oftentimes, a specialized rehab plan will be formulated with the patient to help maximize the results of the procedure.