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Clinical Study Shows BMC Effective in Treating ACL Tears

Dr. Paul Lieber June 21, 2023

Is it necessary to get surgery for a torn ACL? A clinical study on patients with ACL tears shows that bone marrow concentrate (BMC) procedures are a promising alternative. The ideal patient for a BMC procedure is a patient with a grade one, two, or mild grade three ACL tear, who would slightly alter their lifestyle to accommodate their injured knee. While a college football player with a severe grade three ACL tear might require surgery, a similar athlete with a lesser grade 3, grade 2 or grade 1 ACL tear might be able to avoid surgery altogether.

Knee Replacement: How and Why to Avoid It

Dr. Jesse Sally April 13, 2023

Common knee injuries like sprains, fractures, tears in the meniscus cartilage, and osteoarthritis can all lead to a diagnosis of knee surgery. Patients who receive a non-surgical Regenexx treatment for knee pain can return to normal activities just 1-2 days post-treatment, which is a fraction of knee replacement surgery recovery time.

Debunking Traditional Knee Pain Approaches

Dr. Paul Lieber March 23, 2023

Traditional orthopedic approaches may do more harm than good for all osteoarthritis sufferers (32.5 Million in the US), including the majority who have knee osteoarthritis. See research-based evidence that debunks traditional orthopedic knee treatments like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), cortisone shots, meniscal surgeries and knee replacements. Find out about non-surgical alternatives.

Rotator Cuff Re-tears Reduced with Bone Marrow Concentrate

Dr. Marc Adelsheimer February 7, 2023

Studies show that Rotator Cuff (not Rotator Cup as some patients say) surgeries have re-tear rates as high as 21%. A November 2022 Mayo Clinic study shows that Bone Marrow Concentrate (BMC) via a precise ultrasound-guided injection can help patients avoid surgery; or, when surgery is needed, BMC can help to make that surgery a long-term success.

PRP Vs. Corticosteroids

Dr. Jesse Sally January 27, 2023

Primum non nocere is a Latin phrase meaning “first, do no harm.” It is a reminder to physicians that their first priority is to protect their patients. However, this rule can get pushed to the side when the complicated issue of health insurance comes into play. Despite significant and mounting evidence that corticosteroids last only a short time and can actually worsen osteoarthritis, insurance-covered corticosteroid injections are sometimes favored over the less risky and better long-term pain reducing PRP option. Does this circumstance disregard primum non nocere? Read more.

Dr.Sally with satisfied patient

tnardozza December 1, 2022

For an easy way to research whether non-surgical regenerative orthopedics for joint pain are right for you, listen to Dr. Lieber and Dr. Sally on KDKA radio.

You CAN Ski or Board with Knee Osteoarthritis

Dr. Paul Lieber September 21, 2022

You CAN ski or board even if you have knee osteoarthritis or chronic back pain. A regenerative procedure this fall, can have you ready for strenuous activity on the slopes so that you don’t miss the snow season. See 5 steps to get your knees ready for ski & board season, and view a compilation of 8 can’t-miss ski resorts near Pittsburgh.

Bone-on-Bone Pain and Maintaining your Knees

Dr. Marc Adelsheimer August 5, 2022

What is Bone-on-bone pain? Loss of cartilage can result in Bone-on-bone pain or osteoarthritis. This is the most common form of arthritis, and approximately 46% of people will develop it in their lives. Regenexx PRP or Bone Marrow Concentrate has been found to decrease symptoms and increase function in patients that suffer from bone on bone arthritis.

Step-By-Step PRP Procedure for a Meniscus Tear

Dr. Jesse Sally July 7, 2022

Knee pain is often caused by meniscus tears. These tears are quite common. In fact, according to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, if you were to get MRI’s of people over the age of 35, most of them are likely to have a meniscus tear. Before you consent to meniscus surgery, see step-by-step how a non-surgical PRP procedure can increase function, decrease pain and minimize downtime.

1 in 8 Orthopedic Surgeries Lead to Heart Damage

Dr. Paul Lieber June 3, 2022

According to the American Heart Association 1 in 8 orthopedic surgeries lead to heart damage. If you’ve been told you need orthopedic surgery on your knee or shoulder or any other joint, please get a second opinion with Regenexx for a less invasive non-surgical option.

Alternatives to Surgical Repair of Meniscus Tears

Dr. Marc Adelsheimer May 6, 2022

Meniscus tears are a common cause of knee pain. There are many types of meniscus tears, and each can benefit from different types of treatment. Surgery may not be the best option. To actually have the meniscus heal on its own, consider Regenexx procedures. Platelet Rich Plasma or PRP has good evidence to support its effectiveness. Injections of Bone Marrow Concentrate containing the patient’s own live stem cells can be used for more severe meniscus tears.

Avoiding ACL surgery–An athlete’s story

Dr. Jesse Sally April 11, 2022

After a sudden ACL injury, and with Division 1 schools dropping interest, Regenexx got a promising high school basketball player to a non-surgical orthobiologic procedure as a way to get him back in the game. Regenexx procedures are designed to use your own body’s cells to promote healing, with a recovery period that is faster than surgical repair alternatives.

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