Call Now: 248-679-8000 Stem Cell Therapy You are here: Home / Services / Stem Cell Therapy Stem Cell Therapy in Michigan How does stem cell therapy work? On the day of your stem cell therapy procedure, you will check in at our office and the staff will get you prepped for your procedure. Once prepped, the staff will administer local anesthesia prior to extracting the stem cells from your own bone marrow. Once the anesthesia has been administered, the physician will insert a small jamshidi needle into the hip area. This needle allows the treater to gain access to the bone marrow. Once the bone marrow is retrieved, it will be processed to extract the stem cells which will then be injected into the joint of concern. After being discharged, patients should refrain from physical activities for 1 week before resuming normal activities. You may be a good candidate for stem cell therapy if: You’ve had chronic joint pain and have had unsuccessful results with conservative treatment options. You’ve been seeking a holistic approach to treat joint pain. You prefer a non-surgical alternative for pain relief. Our physicians will carefully review your medical history and physical examination at one of our Michigan facilities. We will also conduct a thorough review of appropriate imaging (x-ray and/or MRI) to determine whether your condition is suitable for stem cell therapy. Schedule your consultation today. Stem cells are the foundation of every organ and tissue in your body. What are stem cells? Stem cells are the cornerstone for every organ and tissue in your body. As living organisms, humans have multiple types of stem cells within our bodies, all of which are formed at different times in our lives. By definition, all stem cells: have the ability to divide and create an identical copy of themselves, a process called self-renewal can divide to form cells that mature into cells that make up every type of tissue and organ in the body Stem Cell Types There are many diﬀerent types of stem cells, all have the potential to treat diﬀerent diseases. We will focus on two of the most common types, embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells. Embryonic stem cells are pluripotent which means they have the ability to multiply into all three derivatives of the primary germ layers: ectoderm, endoderm and mesoderm. When isolated from the embryo and grown in a lab dish, pluripotent cells can continue to divide into each of the more than 200 cell types in the adult body. Embryonic stem cells no longer exist after about five days into the human life cycle. Adult stem cells, found in various tissues and organs within the human body, are tissue specific. This simply means they are dedicated to becoming a cell from their tissue of origin, and cannot form other cell types. Over 50 years ago, researchers discovered that bone marrow contains at least two types of adult stem cells. Hematopoietic stem cells are adult stem cells which can induce any of the red or white cells of the blood system. Bone marrow stromal stem cells (also called mesenchymal stem cells) make up a small proportion of the stromal cell population in the bone marrow. They have the ability to generate bone, cartilage, fat, cells that support the formation of blood, and fibrous connective tissue. The primary function of stem cells is to maintain the homeostasis of the cell and generate new ones to replace those which may have been lost to natural turnover, damage, or disease. What Areas do We Treat Using Stem Cell Therapy? Stem cell therapy has been known to treat a wide variety of conditions such as knee pain, back pain, and neck pain. BACK/NECK/SPINE Many types of spine pain are due to arthritis of the facet joints. Other conditions such as stenosis, herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, and spondylolysis are also common issues which can be managed by stem cell therapy. Conservative options for back pain may include exercise, physical therapy, pain medications, anti-inflammatories, and injections. The goal of these treatments is to maximize function so the patient may resume their normal activities. In extreme cases, surgeries such as spinal fusion may be recommended. This requires general anesthesia and a lengthy rehabilitation process. It is not uncommon for patients to experience ongoing pain and dysfunction after undergoing surgery. Spinal injections provide the highest level of safety. However, a needle placed into the vertebral disc or facet joint can be a potentially dangerous procedure. This procedure should always be carried out under x-ray guidance by a physician highly trained in this technique. Dr. Kimpson has over 30 years of experience utilizing this technique. He’s injected tens of thousands of discs with optimal outcomes. Before opting for a surgical treatment option, consider stem cell therapy, a minimally invasive treatment option to alleviate chronic pain. Not all disc problems are responsive to stem cell therapy. Therefore, careful patient selection is critical for optimal outcomes. We will review your medical records to determine if your condition qualifies for this treatment option. KNEE Osteoarthritis affects millions of Americans. It is a chronic degenerative disease which affects multiple aspects on the body. OA of the knee may often appear as a result of an injury such as a ligament tear, tendon damage, and/or fracture. Those who suffer from this condition have a reduced amount of cartilage present in the joint. This creates a “bone on bone” painful sensation. The primary purpose of the cartilage is to allow the joint surfaces to glide smoothly and protect the surrounding bone from stress. Stem cell therapy is a minimally invasive option for those seeking an innovative yet holistic approach to pain relief. This treatment can decrease inflammation, slow down the degeneration process, and repair the damage caused by arthritis. Stem cell therapy can also delay or prevent knee replacement surgery. Schedule a consultation today to find out if this treatment is right for you! Basic Cell Biology Each cell type has its own size and structure appropriate for its job. Skin cells, for example, are small and compact, while nerve cells that enable you to wiggle your toes have long, branching nerve fibers called axons that conduct electrical impulses. Cells with similar functionality form tissues, and tissues organize to form organs. Each cell has its own job within the tissue in which it is found, and all of the cells in a tissue and organ work together to make sure the organ functions properly. Regardless of their size or structure, all human cells start with these things in common: A nucleus, the control center, contains DNA, the genetic store house for the entire body. It is a dense organelle present in most eukaryotic cells, typically a single rounded structure bound by a double membrane. Different cells register and and carry out instructions accordingly from the nucleus (DNA), depending on what that cells’ function is. Your DNA determines nearly everything about your physical characteristics based on your body which is determined by proteins. Sometimes, particular diseases and conditions are also passed down through DNA. Cytoplasm is the liquid inside the cell but outside the nucleus. Some of the most critical cell activities occur within the cytoplasm. The cytoplasm contains various organic and inorganic materials that help to ensure the cells do their job. The cell membrane, also known as the plasma membrane, is the surface of the cell, and separates the cytoplasm from its external environments. The cell membrane sends and receives signals from other cells and lets certain molecules in and out of the cell. Cells must be able to communicate to work together with tissues and organs. Almost all cells divide. Prior to division, the DNA will replicate causing the cell to divide into two daughter cells. Each cell has a carbon copy of the original cell’s DNA, cytoplasm and cell membrane. 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