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STEM CELLS VERSUS MICROFRACTURE PROCEDURE
Repair and Regrowth of cartilage, tissue and bone in the knee. With over twenty years’ experience practicing musculoskeletal medicine; I’ve never been more excited about current and future advancements than I am today. In fact, three recent patient encounters prompted...
Dan finds healing for his knee injury at Harbor View Medical
When Dan suffered a significant knee injury, he turned to Regenexx Des Moines for help. After his procedure, Dan was able to return to work in six weeks. His knee function has improved, and his pain has decreased considerably. Video transcript: I don’t think I would...
arthritis patients with allergies may fare worse with knee replacements
The idea that the metal we’re installing in people’s knees may be causing allergies has been talked about at many orthopedic conferences over the last few years. There is a growing realization that knee replacement can cause tissue reactions due to wear particles shed...
Richard sees a vast improvement after his knee procedure at Harbor View Medical
Richard couldn't find the right solution for his knee pain until he discovered the regenerative procedures at Regenexx Des Moines. Now, he's able to help his son farm without worrying about his knees. Video transcript: I should have done this a long time ago. I'm just...
common headache treatment damages muscles
Using botox to treat headaches has become hugely popular in recent years. While botox treatment helps symptoms, it’s been observed to steadily make some patients much worse. Botox is made from a natural toxin that poisons the connection between the nerve and the...
Jim is back to enjoying life after his procedure at Harbor View Medical
After intense pain in his Achilles tendons forced Jim into a sedentary lifestyle, he finally found a solution at Regenexx Des Moines. Today, Jim is active, and his pain has gone from a seven to a one on the pain scale. He says, "It's just like I used to be." Video...
stem-cell therapy vs. spinal fusion
Low back pain is a common and debilitating condition from which many patients receive little relief. In the United States, low back pain results in medical expenses and lost wages in excess of $200 billion each year. A strong case for using stem-cell therapies to...
Sharrie finds relief through her shoulder procedure at Harbor View Medical
Before her procedure, Sharrie was not able to do daily tasks or stay active without shoulder pain. She's now enjoying a one hundred percent improvement, and she's able to avoid taking any pain medications for her shoulder. Video transcript: Since the procedure, I have...
research shows benefits of natural chondroitin
Glucosamine and chondroitin have been the stepchildren of modern medicine for many years. While their use has skyrocketed due to a mass of supplements on the market, the average family doctor was much more likely to prescribe pharmaceutical concoctions such as...
Dave has great results with his knee procedure at Harbor View Medical
Dave, a retired farmer who still helps his brother-in-law farm and drives his own semi truck, was experiencing a lot of pain in both knees. After his stem cell procedure, Dave has gone from an eight to a one on the pain scale, and he's able to climb in and out of his...
myths about cartilage loss and meniscus tears
The orthopedic community faces a number of myths regarding the causes of knee pain. A large number of physicians believe that cartilage loss in the knee causes pain and/or that a meniscus tear also causes pain. The problem is that recent medical research isn’t...
Cindy gets back to an active life after her hip procedures
After battling hip arthritis for ten years, Cindy has finally found a solution for her pain in the regenerative procedures at Regenexx Des Moines. Cindy now is able to enjoy her life without pain and without taking any pain medication. Video transcript: I have my life...
NSAIDs pose huge risks to society
The Motrin, Advil, Aleve, Ibuprofen, and Naprosyn you can buy over the counter are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Once Americans become middle-aged or older, most begin eating NSAIDs like M&Ms. Despite the many troubling studies, bad press and a...
getting a new knee without surgery: Marc’s success story
Marc's knee had been unstable and causing him pain for 50 years before he found a solution at Regenexx Des Moines. After his stem cell procedure, his function is much improved, and he says that he feels "like a new man." Video transcript: I'm telling everybody about...
arthritis treatment guidelines raise questions
Most Americans believe that the recommendations their doctors make are based on solid science and that doctors have their patients’ best interests at heart. Doctors frequently use Affordable Care Act guidelines to help them chose what type of care should work best. A...
Jane returns to an active lifestyle after her stem cell procedure at Harbor View Medical
Jane's knee pain was preventing her from living an active life. After her stem cell procedures in her knees, she's back to enjoying daily activities without pain. Video transcript: Yeah, I think I've gained a whole lot. I've kind of gotten my life back. I love to be...
Jim’s solution for his knee pain
Jim found an effective solution for his knee pain through his regenerative procedure at Regenexx Des Moines. Now, he can keep up with his grandchildren without having to worry about joint pain. Video transcript: Well, my pain level is if we put it on a scale and said...
do your hands go numb at night? don’t ignore this symptom
Many patients report that their hands go numb when they sleep. Should this be something that worries you, or is it no big deal? Here’s why you should be concerned about this problem and what may be causing it. When any body part goes numb, it means that the nerve...