@ees1, @kdukes52, here is some information from Mayo Clinic in regards to stem cell treatments:
Regenerative Medicine Consult Service Process
Transplant Call-in Center
844-276-2003
What to expect when you call the number:
- An employee will answer and ask the nature of why you are calling
- Say you are interested to stem cells for osteoarthritis or whichever joint ails you
- The employee will funnel your call to the appropriate coordinators from there
- For joint issues, you will be transferred to PMR (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)
- Appointment coordinators will ask more specific questions (inclusion and exclusion criteria)
If you meet the criteria:
- You will be asked to send in your records and a doctor will look at it in a case-by-case basis
Important Notes to be Aware of:
- PMR is a busy practice, so wait times may exist but answers will be given
- If a treatment exists in the clinic for a diagnosis (i.e. Leukemia) stem cells are not offered
- Price is out of pocket
- Types of stem cell treatments offered are Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) injections and Platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections. You can find more specific information on these types of injections here, http://mayocl.in/2AUIoAn.
While these discussions are not specific to regenerative medicine for the hip, I think you'll find a lot of relevant and related information. I'm also tagging fellow members @gailb@cobweb and @winning to join this discussion.
It is so important to do your homework and due diligence when researching new treatment options. Stem cells offer a lot of hope. But where these is hope, there is hype and charlatans as this FDA warning illustrates:
– FDA acts to remove unproven, potentially harmful treatment used in ‘stem cell’ centers targeting vulnerable patients https://www.fda.gov/newsevents/newsroom/pressannouncements/ucm573427.htm
Another service I encourage you to take advantage of is Mayo Clinic’s Regenerative Medicine free Consult Service. If you call them, you will talk to a live person who will provide more information, research, and advice on seeking stem cell therapy from reputable providers, even if that provider is not Mayo Clinic. Their primary goal is to educate and help you find effective treatment.
Hip and leg pain since october 2017, had steroid injection recently, did NOT help, at Emory, hoping to have stem cell at Emory, but even without MRI, MD stated I was not eligible for same?? No other explanation. I want to pursue stem cell, as I was working every day, now can not, am healthy am 70 years old, but not even near ready to be sidelined. NO, I will NOT have hip replacement, I have seen that, (am RN), there have to be other options. thanks for your time. I live in atlanta ga, but can travel to jacksonville FLA
While these discussions are not specific to regenerative medicine for the hip, I think you'll find a lot of relevant and related information. I'm also tagging fellow members @gailb@cobweb and @winning to join this discussion.
It is so important to do your homework and due diligence when researching new treatment options. Stem cells offer a lot of hope. But where these is hope, there is hype and charlatans as this FDA warning illustrates:
– FDA acts to remove unproven, potentially harmful treatment used in ‘stem cell’ centers targeting vulnerable patients https://www.fda.gov/newsevents/newsroom/pressannouncements/ucm573427.htm
Another service I encourage you to take advantage of is Mayo Clinic’s Regenerative Medicine free Consult Service. If you call them, you will talk to a live person who will provide more information, research, and advice on seeking stem cell therapy from reputable providers, even if that provider is not Mayo Clinic. Their primary goal is to educate and help you find effective treatment.
I have been told steroids kill off stem cells. Once i began stem cells in back and knee pain went away. My friend had stem cells on both sides of his hip and it worked but the research shows a 50-50 success rate. Good luck in your search. Make sure they have a good reputation like Mayo or Regenexx that i used.
While these discussions are not specific to regenerative medicine for the hip, I think you'll find a lot of relevant and related information. I'm also tagging fellow members @gailb@cobweb and @winning to join this discussion.
It is so important to do your homework and due diligence when researching new treatment options. Stem cells offer a lot of hope. But where these is hope, there is hype and charlatans as this FDA warning illustrates:
– FDA acts to remove unproven, potentially harmful treatment used in ‘stem cell’ centers targeting vulnerable patients https://www.fda.gov/newsevents/newsroom/pressannouncements/ucm573427.htm
Another service I encourage you to take advantage of is Mayo Clinic’s Regenerative Medicine free Consult Service. If you call them, you will talk to a live person who will provide more information, research, and advice on seeking stem cell therapy from reputable providers, even if that provider is not Mayo Clinic. Their primary goal is to educate and help you find effective treatment.
"Has anyone tried or had success with Regenerative Medicine. I am interested in Stem Cell Injection for my Hip. It is not covered by insurance and quite pricey $5,000+. I had P RP Injection for slight tear in rotator cuff and after a month it has improved but not perfect. This Injection was $500 not covered by insurance either. I am hearing more and more on Regenerative Medicine and hoping it is the way of the future for pain and avoiding or delaying surgery. Thank you."
"Has anyone tried or had success with Regenerative Medicine. I am interested in Stem Cell Injection for my Hip. It is not covered by insurance and quite pricey $5,000+. I had P RP Injection for slight tear in rotator cuff and after a month it has improved but not perfect. This Injection was $500 not covered by insurance either. I am hearing more and more on Regenerative Medicine and hoping it is the way of the future for pain and avoiding or delaying surgery. Thank you."
I had stem cells on knee and back and my friend had his hip done. He was told their is a 50% success rate and he said it worked for him. That was 2 years ago and he is doing well playing golf.
While these discussions are not specific to regenerative medicine for the hip, I think you'll find a lot of relevant and related information. I'm also tagging fellow members @gailb@cobweb and @winning to join this discussion.
It is so important to do your homework and due diligence when researching new treatment options. Stem cells offer a lot of hope. But where these is hope, there is hype and charlatans as this FDA warning illustrates:
– FDA acts to remove unproven, potentially harmful treatment used in ‘stem cell’ centers targeting vulnerable patients https://www.fda.gov/newsevents/newsroom/pressannouncements/ucm573427.htm
Another service I encourage you to take advantage of is Mayo Clinic’s Regenerative Medicine free Consult Service. If you call them, you will talk to a live person who will provide more information, research, and advice on seeking stem cell therapy from reputable providers, even if that provider is not Mayo Clinic. Their primary goal is to educate and help you find effective treatment.
I was told that a hip replace.e t is needed. However, I would definitely do the stem cell regenerative if possible, at Mayo Clinic. Please send info. Thank you.
Thank you Coleen for the information. I have two painful hips and do not want hip replacements. I've looked into Stem Cell therapy and found that Mayo can do it, but it's not cheap and health insurance doesn't pay for it. At least that's what I've been told. Right now I have five weekly appointments starting March 20 for Viscosupplementation injections of Supartz. This will provide a cushion and prolong hip replacement surgery. Hopefully before then health insurance will begin to pay for stem cell therapy. I'm having it done at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ.
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@ees1, @kdukes52, here is some information from Mayo Clinic in regards to stem cell treatments:
Regenerative Medicine Consult Service Process
Transplant Call-in Center
844-276-2003
What to expect when you call the number:
- An employee will answer and ask the nature of why you are calling
- Say you are interested to stem cells for osteoarthritis or whichever joint ails you
- The employee will funnel your call to the appropriate coordinators from there
- For joint issues, you will be transferred to PMR (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)
- Appointment coordinators will ask more specific questions (inclusion and exclusion criteria)
If you meet the criteria:
- You will be asked to send in your records and a doctor will look at it in a case-by-case basis
Important Notes to be Aware of:
- PMR is a busy practice, so wait times may exist but answers will be given
- If a treatment exists in the clinic for a diagnosis (i.e. Leukemia) stem cells are not offered
- Price is out of pocket
- Types of stem cell treatments offered are Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) injections and Platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections. You can find more specific information on these types of injections here, http://mayocl.in/2AUIoAn.
Hip and leg pain since october 2017, had steroid injection recently, did NOT help, at Emory, hoping to have stem cell at Emory, but even without MRI, MD stated I was not eligible for same?? No other explanation. I want to pursue stem cell, as I was working every day, now can not, am healthy am 70 years old, but not even near ready to be sidelined. NO, I will NOT have hip replacement, I have seen that, (am RN), there have to be other options. thanks for your time. I live in atlanta ga, but can travel to jacksonville FLA
I have been told steroids kill off stem cells. Once i began stem cells in back and knee pain went away. My friend had stem cells on both sides of his hip and it worked but the research shows a 50-50 success rate. Good luck in your search. Make sure they have a good reputation like Mayo or Regenexx that i used.
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Keep me posted....I’m looking at stem cells.......the pad sounds promising
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1 ReactionI’m bone on bone in my hip.....knowing what you found out from your source, will that be in conjunction with stem cell to rejuvenate the cartilage?
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"Has anyone tried or had success with Regenerative Medicine. I am interested in Stem Cell Injection for my Hip. It is not covered by insurance and quite pricey $5,000+. I had P RP Injection for slight tear in rotator cuff and after a month it has improved but not perfect. This Injection was $500 not covered by insurance either. I am hearing more and more on Regenerative Medicine and hoping it is the way of the future for pain and avoiding or delaying surgery. Thank you."
I had stem cells on knee and back and my friend had his hip done. He was told their is a 50% success rate and he said it worked for him. That was 2 years ago and he is doing well playing golf.
I was told that a hip replace.e t is needed. However, I would definitely do the stem cell regenerative if possible, at Mayo Clinic. Please send info. Thank you.
How did the Viscosupplementation injections of Supartz go?