knee cartilage regeneration

Stem Cell Therapy for Knees | Using Stem Cells for Knee Cartilage Regeneration

Scott Brandt, M.D. Knee Replacement Alternative, PRP, Stem Cell Therapy, Stem Cells for Joint & Soft Tissue Pain, Stem Cells for Knee

Knee pain from osteoarthritis affects millions of people, and it remains a major cause of disability and missed work days in the U.S. Unfortunately, traditional medical methods for relieving knee pain from osteoarthritis are often ineffective or undesirable. For example, pain-relief treatments like physical therapy or anti-inflammatory medications often fail to adequately address the source of knee pain. And invasive surgeries like arthroscopies or subchondral bone drillings often cause serious side effects like further discomfort or loss of motion. The good news is that stem cell therapy offers individuals with ...
ACL injuries of the knee

Stem Cell Therapy for ACL Tears in the Knee

Scott Brandt, M.D. Stem Cell Therapy, Stem Cells for Joint & Soft Tissue Pain, Stem Cells for Knee

We have all heard of that all too familiar story of the epic powder day that’s ruined when a ski gets turned the wrong way, and the skier feels a pop in their knee followed by pain, swelling and a toboggan ride down to the nearest MRI scanner. The pop is a result of the rupture or partial rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament - ACL tear. Similarly, mountain bikers, water skiers and other intensive summer enthusiasts can face a similar season-ending injury in the blink of an eye. Stem cell ...
a2m arthritis

Alpha 2 Macroglobulin Injections – A2M: A New Treatment for Arthritis

Scott Brandt, M.D. Knee Replacement Alternative, Other, Stem Cell Therapy

ThriveMD is proud to announce the newest biologic treatment in our regenerative armament for the management of arthritic and degenerative conditions. Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common health problems we face today, with nearly 30 million Americans suffering with this disease. Alpha 2 macroglobulin, or A2M injection therapy, uses proven scientific techniques and natural healing methods to successfully treat osteoarthritis at its source. It is used to prevent cartilage breakdown in patients, promote tissue growth and support the overall restoration of an affected joint. Share this post: Contact our ...
ACL Injuries in Women

Minimally Invasive Treatment Option for ACL Injuries of the Knee In Women

Scott Brandt, M.D. Stem Cell Therapy, Stem Cells for Joint & Soft Tissue Pain, Stem Cells for Knee

Numerous studies have been done to investigate ACL tears in female athletes. What is well known is that in sports that place a significant demand on the ACL –– such as skiing, basketball, and soccer –– ACL injuries are up to ten times more common in women than in men. ACL injuries in women are very common, but thankfully there is evidence to suggest regenerative medicine can provide a minimally invasive treatment option for women with ACL injuries. Share this post:Cases of ACL Injuries in Female SportsIn ski racing, a ...