Bone marrow stem cell therapy refers to a regenerative medical procedure that utilizes transplanted bone marrow stem cells to promote the healing and repair of tissue. If you live or work in and around Sterling, Woodbridge & Chantilly, VA (or one of our three convenient Maryland locations), the Potomac Podiatry Group can help you determine if bone marrow stem cell therapy is a suitable solution for what ails you.
Bone Marrow Stem Cell Therapy FAQs
Stem cells, which have a vital role in the growth of an organism, have the unique capacity for self-renewal as well as the ability to develop into a variety of specialized cells. In bone marrow stem cell therapy, which is also known as hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, these undifferentiated cells can become red blood, white blood cells, or even platelets – which are vital for regenerating blood and keeping the immune system healthy.
The stem cells are typically collected under general/local anesthesia. Some patients may have discomfort after the procedure for a few days.
Podiatric Conditions Treated With Bone Marrow Stem Cell Therapy
Bone marrow stem cell therapy is mainly utilized by podiatric specialists to –
- Manage/treat chronic pain.
- Support the body in healing tissue damage in the foot or ankle.
This cutting-edge type of alternative medical therapy may be used to treat these conditions related to the foot or ankle –
Plantar Fasciitis
This common foot condition is caused by inflammation and/or micro-tears in the thick tissue band (the plantar fascia) that supports your arch. Stem cells can be used to reduce the existing inflammation and encourage the repair of tissue.
Achilles Tendonitis
The Achilles tendon (near the back of the foot/ankle) may become inflamed or suffer degeneration over time. Bone marrow stem cells may help manage chronic Achilles tendonitis.
Ankle Instability
Damaged ligaments may be healed by stem cell therapy.
Osteoarthritis
The pain from osteoarthritis in the ankle or foot may be reduced by bone marrow stem cell therapy which promotes cartilage repair.
Note that recovery times for patients will vary; however, the immune system will need weeks or months to fully recover. As such, patients need to be mindful and proactively avoid potential risks of infection. Stem cell success rates depend on a variety of factors–
- The condition being treated.
- The patient’s overall health, age, etc.
Contact the Potomac Podiatry Group for a Bone Marrow Stem Cell Therapy Consultation
If you would like additional information regarding the benefits of bone marrow stem cell therapy, contact the Potomac Podiatry Group, with offices in Sterling, Woodbridge & Chantilly, VA, and White Plains, Crofton, and Annapolis, MD. A staff member can be reached at (703) 583-5959 (Woodbridge), (703) 490-5599 Chantilly, (703) 444-9555 ( Sterling), White Plains, MD (301) 645-1406, Annapolis, MD (410) 263-3100, Crofton, MD (410) 721-4505, or online.