Nov 30, 2017 | Blog, PRP, Regenerative Treatments, Stem Cell Procedures
Regenokine has been the latest craze, especially in the NFL industry. These players require treatments that allow them to get back in the game without any restrictions. But is Regenokine actually more effective than our Platelet Rich Plasma?
What is Regenokine?
Regenokine is an updated form of Orthokine, which is basically a natural anti-inflammatory. While it still requires a blood draw like with our PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), it includes heating the cells and culturing them with glass beads. Per FDA regulations, this manipulates the blood sample too much, and would now be considered a drug. Therefore, this procedure is not allowed in the United States. Patients who want to have these procedures done must travel to the European countries. While there are more than 10,000 peer-reviewed articles on Platelet Rich Plasma and Stem Cell therapies, there are 8 on Regenokine. Which typically means that the effects of this procedure are unknown or do not produce satisfactory results, even though it has been around for the same amount of time as PRP and stem cells.
While Regenokine may help some patients with inflamed knee joints (much like a glorified, and very expensive cortisone injection) it does not help regenerate or slow down the progression of arthritis like PRP or stem cells do. The only redeeming quality is its anti-inflammatory properties, which can sometimes take weeks to kick in. Without the healing components of PRP or stem cells, patients must return often for treatments, which on average cost around $10,000. Taking all these factors into account, more providers have gravitated towards Platelet Rich Plasma treatments as it offers actual healing and little downtime as well.
See some data on Platelet Rich Plasma vs. Regenokine on our Regenexx website!
Nov 1, 2017 | Articles by Body Part, Blog, Conditions, News and Events, Platelet Lysate, Procedure Outcomes, PRP, Regenerative Treatments, Spine and Neck, Staff Articles, Testimonials
Our StemCell ARTS team recently received amazing recognition from Judy, a patient under the care of Dr. Benjamin Newton in the Chevy Chase, MD office. Judy provides her experience after undergoing Platelet Rich Plasma and Platelet Lysate injections to treat her cervical spine.
I was seen in August for my 2nd PRP treatment. I am thrilled to say that I can really see and feel the difference since my last treatment. Initially it was crazy sore and quite miserable but after about 6 weeks I started to really improve. I was able to travel lugging my own suitcase and back pack throughout London, Paris and Scotland on /off trains /metros / etc. I was so surprised at how well my neck and back did throughout the whole time.
No muscle relaxers or Advil needed the entire trip . I wanted to send a big thank you to Dr. Newton as I have been struggling with pain for over 11 years since my accident.
Click here to see a platelet procedure being performed to treat the cervical spine.
Oct 17, 2017 | Articles by Body Part, Blog, Conditions, Procedure Outcomes, PRP, Regenerative Treatments, Spine and Neck, Staff Articles, Testimonials
Our StemCell ARTS team recently received amazing recognition from Lee, a patient under the care of Dr. Robert H. Wagner in the Tysons Corner, VA office. Lee explains her experience after undergoing Platelet Rich Plasma injections to treat her spine.
“I have been receiving PRP treatments from Dr. Wagner for managing spondylolisthesis over the years, and they have worked very well for me. Thanks to Dr. Wagner, I have been able to lead a normal life and do the activities I love like horseback riding.”
Click here to read more about the “Regenexx Difference” and how StemCell ARTS is different than other practices utilizing regenerative therapies.
Sep 19, 2017 | Articles by Body Part, Blog, Conditions, Knee, News and Events, Osteoarthritis, Procedure Outcomes, Regenerative Treatments, Stem Cell Procedures, Testimonials
Our StemCell ARTS team recently received amazing recognition from Maria, a patient under the care of Dr. Robert H. Wagner in the Tysons Corner, VA office. Maria explains her experience after undergoing the Stem Cell series of injections to treat knee arthritis.
“I have started taking walks and even joined a line dancing group thanks to your work. Every now and then I have pain to the point where I slow down and have to take it easy, at least for a day. With both the right and left knees affected by osteoarthritis I can’t really complain about the mobility that I have at this point on both knees. I am thankful that I had the injection done in the right knee and the stem cell on the left, both treatments have helped me up to this point.”
Aug 3, 2017 | Knee, Procedure Outcomes, Regenerative Treatments, Stem Cell Procedures
Regenexx collects patient data to track outcomes! Patients fill out a survey that provides insight regarding your baseline pain and activities before our stem cell or platelet procedures. They (Regenexx) then follow up with patients every few months, and then years to record your progress.
Patient Database
We currently have about 3,500 patients who have completed a same-day stem cell procedure for knee arthritis. Only 3.57% of these patients reported that they had converted to a knee replacement after the stem cell series. The rate of patients who opt to receive a total knee replacement despite our very specific protocols, is low; which is what our physicians want as an outcome for our stem cell procedures.
How often do knee replacements after stem cell treatment happen? Not often but it does happen, and we believe in transparency. This is a procedure that can produce great results, but like all medical procedures, it can also fail to work.
Jun 29, 2017 | Regenerative Treatments, Staff Articles
Please join us July 18th in Tysons Corner, VA or July 26th in Chevy Chase, MD for our monthly patient seminars!
Our seminars are free, and open to the public starting from 6 to 8pm. Come and hear our physicians speak about how our procedures could be the right fit for you before scheduling a consultation. If you are unable to attend an in-person seminar, we now offer webinars that you can attend at your convenience! You can sign up directly for the webinars or the educational seminars from the StemCell ARTS website.
The Physicians
Dr. Rodney Dade, Dr. Robert Wagner and Dr. Mayo Friedlis perform regenerative procedures out of our Tysons Corner, Virginia office; while Dr. Benjamin Newton practices in Chevy Chase, Maryland Monday through Friday with Dr. Friedlis available on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Parking in Tysons Corner:
1750 Tysons Blvd., (Conference room located on lower level)- take elevator in the building to LL
McLean, VA 22102
Paid parking is available in the garage labeled 1750/1800. It is the same garage as the Ritz Carlton. We have spaces designated for StemCell ARTS painted ‘Reserved for SCA’ on the far left of the garage on the first floor (if you are using the Ritz Carlton entrance) or on the far right (if coming from Founding Farmers entrance). Parking rates are $4 for the first hour, $6 for the second hour, with a $12 daily maximum.
Parking in Chevy Chase:
5550 Friendship Blvd., Suite 450
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
We are inside the large, white, US Trust building. Street parking is available on the surrounding streets after 6pm. Parking garage is located past the building on the left. Parking rates are $4 for the first hour, $6 for the second with a $12 daily maximum.
Light refreshments and snacks will be available. We look forward to seeing you!
