Is Regenerative Medicine Right for You? Learn What Makes a Good Candidate

Regenerative medicine is an ever-growing branch of healthcare that aims to help the human body heal itself in the fullest, most efficient way possible. Rather than focusing on symptom management or relying on invasive surgical procedures, it seeks to assist natural functions that restore, replace, and new cells. It has already helped millions of patients to find relief from orthopedic conditions! Is it right for you? This blog post discusses five signs that it might be.

Your Condition Tends to Respond Well to Regenerative Medicine

Your medical team will assess your unique condition before determining if regenerative medicine is right for you. It is often effective for relieving pain that stems from osteoarthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, and more.  It can be used in various parts of the body, including the knees, elbows, hips, and beyond. Keep in mind, though, that it is generally most effective on mild to moderate conditions rather than severe ones.

More Conservative Treatments Have Not Worked for You

First-line treatments for orthopedic conditions often include things like rest, heat/ice therapy, activity modification, physical therapy, and more. These measures work well for some people, but sometimes, they are not enough. Regenerative medicine can work alongside these more conservative options to help you get improved pain relief, mobility, and better overall wellness.

Your Health Is Good Enough for Regenerative Medicine

Certain health conditions can affect whether or not regenerative medicine would be effective for you. You can expect your medical team to ask for detailed information about your health and lifestyle. Some factors that might prevent you from moving forward with treatment include:

• Smoking (This interferes with the body’s ability to heal, so if you smoke, you should be willing to make every effort to quit.)
• Uncontrolled blood sugar levels
• Severe obesity (You may still be a candidate if you are actively working to manage your weight.)
• Active infections or cancer

You Are Eager to Avoid Surgery

Surgery can be an effective means of addressing certain orthopedic conditions, but it has a higher level of risk than regenerative medicine, costs more, and comes with a longer recovery period. It is understandable if you want to avoid it! Often, regenerative medicine can allow you to delay or perhaps entirely avoid the need for surgical intervention. This is especially true if your condition is addressed in its relatively early stages.

You Are Willing to Comply with Instructions

Regenerative medicine works best as part of a holistic plan to optimize your health. Your doctor may encourage you to attend physical therapy, change the way you eat, or make other modifications to your routine. Your commitment to such instructions can have a profound impact on whether your treatment is ultimately successful.

Do you think regenerative medicine might be right for you? Speak with a qualified medical team to learn more about your options.

Meet the Practice

At the Institute for Non-Surgical Orthopedics of Fort Lauderdale, our team includes highly qualified physicians who are proud to offer regenerative medicine, physical therapy, and a range of other treatments to help patients move better and live more fully. If you are interested in learning how we may be able to serve you, contact our office at 954-563-2707.