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any different practitioners are using a variety of
platelet-based (PRP) and stem cell treatments
for typical orthopedic problems. If you browse
the Internet, you’ll find any number of clinics
all proclaiming that they’re the “best.” However, if you look
more closely, you’ll see that Regenexx clearly outweighs the
competition when it comes to treatment options and quality.
Regenexx is a nationwide group of physicians, including in
Pittsburgh, who use the same stem cell and platelet treatment
protocols to treat a variety of orthopedic issues. As a group,
we fund a university-style research facility headquartered in
Colorado, which publishes over 50% of the research behind
these treatments worldwide. Regenexx also has the world’s
largest registry tracking patient outcomes. This provides data
being gathered throughout the network to be utilized in
improving treatment outcomes.
One important aspect that sets Regenexx apart is how cells
are processed and counted. Most physicians offering FDA-
compliant regenerative cell therapies either use an automated
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bedside centrifuge or an in-house laboratory to process samples.
Regenexx strictly processes all cell products utilizing an in-
house laboratory in the way the peer-reviewed literature shows
maximizes stem cell yield (up to 10-20 times). The majority of
non-Regenexx practitioners have no ability to count the cell
number they’re harvesting. For PRP treatments, the standard
bedside centrifuge will usually yield about 5-7 times the normal
concentration. Our in-house lab processing can achieve up to 20
times the normal concentration, allowing for variability to make
the treatment more appropriate for the individual.
Amniotic stem cells are also touted by some as the treatment
of choice for orthopedic problems. Patients should take caution
with this for several reasons. There is no third-party published
data that shows that these injections contain any live or
functional stem cells. Amniotic stem cell processing, shipping,
and delivery raises concerns regarding the integrity of the final
product. Overall, any effect experienced from the amniotic
formulations is unclear.
Another important consideration is how these treatments
are administered. If you are having an injection, you want the
practitioner performing that procedure to be certified. You
also want him/her using specialized imaging guidance in the
form of ultrasound and fluoroscopy to deliver the injection.
You don’t want guesswork when it comes to these injections
being administered, even by the most skilled clinician. Our
practitioners are all MD/DO trained and certified in performing
these procedures precisely, effectively, and safely.
Our Pittsburgh-based practice has a wealth of experience
treating orthopedic conditions since we have been doing these
treatments far longer than anyone else in the area. Since 2012,
we have performed thousands of stem cell and PRP procedures.
Many of the procedures we offer are unique to our medical
group and are not widely taught. Unlike a medical practice that
claims to be the “experts” in performing regenerative treatments,
we are quite different, as the evidence shows. Everything
from the back-end lab research to the way cells are acquired,
processed, and reinjected is more advanced than what is being
commonly performed by other practitioners.
We invite you to learn about our procedures and more on
our website, www.regenexx.com/pittsburgh. To schedule a
consultation, give us a call at 412.963.6480.
This Industry Insight was written by Dr. Jesse Sally.
Dr. Sally practices at Regenexx Pittsburgh. He received his
Medical Doctorate from Edward Via Virginia College of
Osteopathic Medicine. He holds certifications in Physical
Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Sports Medicine.