What You Need to Know About Orthopedic Stem Cell Therapy

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U n d e r s t a n d i n g S t e m C e l l s
Our bodies are made up of many cells, each
designed for specific purposes. We have liver
cells, fat cells, bone cells, etc. Each of these
cells can duplicate, but they cannot change their
purpose.
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There are different kinds of stem cells, but the
Stem Cell Orthopedic Institute of Texas only uses
adult stem cells that are found in bone marrow.
Heres why
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Can only be found in adult tissue Excellent
source of Cartilage and Bone Stops growing
appropriately (contact inhibition)
NOT potentially cancerous Raises less ethical
issues
Reduces possible immune responses by using the
patients cells
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H o w i t W o r k s
The patient will receive a light sedation and
will lie down.
The doctor will perform a bone marrow biopsy
by placing a very small needle into the hip to
numb the area. Remember, the hip is rich in
mesenchymal stem cells. Under a live x-ray, a
bigger needle will be inserted into the desired
area of the hip, and 60 ccs of bone marrow will
be extracted.
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H o w i t W o r k s
To remove the unwanted cells and retrieve
the desired stem cells, the cells are processed
through a bedside centrifuge for 10 minutes.
The stem cell concentration will then be
injected into the exact treatment area with the
help of a live x-ray or ultrasound.
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V i s i t t h e S t e m C e l l O r t h o p e
d i c I n s t i t u t e o f T e x a s
If you live in San Antonio, you have access
to innovative treatments and the best doctors. At
the Stem Cell Orthopedic Institute of Texas,
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