Cellular Orthopedics Blog
Stem cells; Are they myth, miracle, or something in-between?
The ability of stem cells to divide and become more specialized cells—such as bone, blood, or muscle—makes them attractive agents in many areas of medicine. Additionally, the ability to harvest stem cells from an individual and reimplant them in the same patient thus...
Total Joint Replacement or Try Stem Cells First
What is the prognosis of revision total hip arthroplasty in patients 55 years and younger? Adelani MA1, Crook K, Barrack RL, Maloney WJ, Clohisy JC. Author information 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 South Euclid...
When it comes to Stem Cells and cartilage, Use it or Lose it
Thickening and increase of area of cartilage have been proposed as two alternative mechanisms of cartilage functional adaptation. The latter has been reported in endurance sportsmen. In weightlifters, extreme strain applied to the articular surfaces can result in...
Your Stem Cell Crier
A Town Crier according to Black’s Law Dictionary is an officer of the court who makes public announcements as required by the court. The crier can also be used to make public announcements in the streets. The Town Crier came into being when people couldn’t read and...
Musculoskeletal Care of the Aging Athlete or You are Never Too Old
Last week, I performed Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate Stem Cell Interventions on two patients; one was 76 and the other 79. The outcomes research at Regenexx has shown that age is not an obstacle to a successful Mesenchymal Stem Cell procedure for postponing or...
Cellular Orthopedics is here to stay
In the last week, I have become aware of four companies developing new regenerative medicine product for Musculoskeletal Care of the Aging Athlete. What I find extremely interesting is the fact that two years ago, when I entered the practice of using bone marrow...
Musculoskeletal Care of the Aging Athlete with Stem cells
I feel your pain along with the pain of the several patients who called the office this past Monday morning seeking assistance after the usual weekend warrior outburst. If you overdo it on a weekend or on a vacation, you will pay the price on Monday and for the rest...
Total Joint Replacement or Stem Cells First
Much of what I write in this Blog is about the musculoskeletal care of the aging athlete. From time to time, I am reminded though that the arthritic changes in a joint may start before the usual aging process ensues. This week, I received an inquiry from a 23-year-old...
Total Joint Replacement or Try Stem Cells First
Much of what I write in this Blog is about the musculoskeletal care of the aging athlete. From time to time, I am reminded though that the arthritic changes in a joint may start before the usual aging process ensues. This week, I received an inquiry from a 23-year-old...
Musculoskeletal care of the aging athlete
We do not quit Playing because We grow old; We grow Old because We quit playing. - Oliver Wendell Holmes first half of 19th century Last Monday, I took my first early morning, outdoor, cycling ride of the spring along the Chicago lakefront. It was a perfect morning...
Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty in the Young Patient: Is There Trouble on the Horizon?
Taken from article published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, April, 2014 Background: The volume of total knee arthroplasties, including revisions (second procedures), in young patients is expected to rise. The objective of this study was to compare the...
Stem cells; Are they myth, miracle, or something in-between?
The ability of stem cells to divide and become more specialized cells—such as bone, blood, or muscle—makes them attractive agents in many areas of medicine. Additionally, the ability to harvest stem cells from an individual and reimplant them in the same patient thus...