Hip Arthritis & Osteoarthritis Treatment

Are steroid injections and physical Therapy the only BEST TREATMENTS FOR HIP OSTEOARTHRITIS?

Medica Stem Cells offer minimally invasive, non-surgical, safe alternatives for Hip Osteoarthritis treatment to get your life back on track without steroid injections!

What is arthritis & osteoarthritis?

Around million people in the UK are said to live with hip arthritis and Osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a group of mechanical abnormalities involving  degenerative joint disease, including damage to the tissue between bones known as articlar cartilage and subchondral bone. Symptoms may include joint pain, tenderness, stiffness, locking, and sometimes an effusion. When bone surfaces become less well protected by cartilage the bone may be exposed and damaged. As a result of decreased movement secondary to pain, regional muscles may atrophy, and ligaments may become laxer. While Osteoarthritis is very common in middle-aged and older people, up to two-thirds of people suffering from osteoarthritis are of working age. However the symptoms can range from very mild to very severe. The disorder most often affects hands and weight-bearing joints such as knees, hips, feet and shoulders, but can affect almost any joint in the body.

Several factors are commonly associated with increasing the risk of developing osteoarthritis which includes:

  • Hereditary
  • Obesity
  • Injury
  • Joint overuse
  • History of rheumatoid arthritis.

Mostly the symptoms of Osteoarthritis develop slowly, which include:

    • Painful and sore joints. The pain worsens during movement.
    • Joints hurt after overuse of joints or after a long period of inactivity. The first step after rest is excruciating.
    • Joints get stiff after a period of inactivity or rest.
    • Swelling in joints are very prominent.

Traditionally, Osteoarthritis is treated by a combination of therapies which includes medication, hot and warm compress, joint injections, muscle strengthening exercise and more. Sometimes surgery is suggested in extreme cases. At Medica Stem Cells clinics we offer you another best treatment for osteoarthritis that is minimally invasive and a non-surgical same-day procedure for osteoarthritis knee treatment using Regenerative Medicine under local aesthetics & manipulation of the joint. With our innovative, cutting – edge ADULT mesenchymal cells and Enhanced Platelet Rich Plasma – PRP therapy, we facilitate faster healing as well as improved functionality. Patients typically experience little to no downtime from our Regenerative treatment for arthritis procedures.

Regenerative Treatment for arthritis and Enhanced platelet-rich plasma (PRP) concentrate injections are next-generation regenerative treatments. These Regenerative Medicines help to treat the cause of Osteoarthritis and not just the symptoms. Regenerative Therapy, for osteoarthritis pain relief treatment, utilises biologically material harvested from the patient’s body. Regenerative treatment for Osteoarthritis has become quite popular as it accelerates healing by regenerating new tissue and combating pain. It has reduced the need for prescription medications, steroid injections and surgery, proving to be a helpful tool towards managing and potentially eliminating pain in the body. Regenerative Therapy has helped many people to overcome chronic pain and as a result, restoring their function and mobility and improving their quality of life. Regenerative Therapy utilising several protocols will ultimately help initiate the self-healing cycle in the injured part of the body. The result then is pain relief.

In some cases, the treatment protocol may include a combination of more than one treatment protocol. For some patients, however, the complete protocol is a series of knee injections for arthritis in several treatment sessions. The choice of treatment is at the discretion of the Consultant and based on your unique case.

Please contact us for a consultation and complete assessment to determine whether or not your condition is treatable with these minimally invasive, non-surgical regenerative procedures.

The majority of complications in Osteoarthritis patients are related to the deterioration of cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in your joints. Cartilage is a firm, slippery tissue that permits nearly frictionless joint motion. In Osteoarthritis, this surface becomes rough. Eventually, if the cartilage wears down completely, patients will be left with bone rubbing on bone.

Regenerative Treatments provided by Medica Stem Cells is designed to target these areas within the joints to help with the growth of new cartilage cells. Regenerative cells are multipotent and have the ability to differentiate into cartilage cells (Chondrocytes).

It works like this: Under local anaesthesia, bone marrow and/or adipose tissue sample is collected from the patient and a blood sample is withdrawn and placed into a centrifuge to produce a rich concentrate. Those cells are then injected back into the patient’s damaged joint or given to the patient using a standard IV drip to help kick-start healing. Regenerative therapy induces the production of natural anti-inflammatories which can assist with Osteoarthritis pain and swelling in the joint area.

Over 6 months following the treatment and possibly after more than one treatment session, improvements are slowly noticed with a build-up of healthy tissue and slowing down of the inflammatory process resulting in symptoms being decreased or reversed, this is only possible with Regenerative therapy.

The benefit is most achieved with early treatment and strictly following instructions given by the physician, with consideration of individual cases, patient’s state, his or her analysis and disease history.

Orthobiologic Regenerative Therapy for Osteoarthritis is being studied for efficacy in improving the complications in patients through the use of their own cells. These procedures may help patients who don’t respond to typical drug treatment, want to reduce their reliance on medication, or are looking to try Regenerative therapy before starting drug treatment.

The procedure is performed in an outpatient setting and only takes a few hours. No general anaesthesia is required and most patients don’t need post-operative pain medication. Also, patients typically return to work within a week or two and they resume physical activity much faster than after invasive surgery. Extracting the cells directly from patients reduces the risk of rejection; many report feelings marked improvement in their joint within one to three months.

There are so many options available for osteoarthritis treatment. So what are the benefits that make Regenerative Treatment a better choice for you? In general, Regenerative therapies are minimally invasive, non-surgical same day procedures with no risk of rejection, minimal recovery time and minimum worry. You are fully awake and ready to go home very soon after the injection in the affected area.

Following are the top benefits of Regenerative treatment for Osteoarthritis:

Avoid surgery and its risks and many complications

Regenerative Therapy for Osteoarthritis is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure, which gives patients an alternative to painful surgery and a lengthy recovery. The procedure is performed in an out-patient setting and only takes 1-2 hours. No general anaesthesia is required, and most patients don’t need post-operative pain medication. Also, patients typically return to work within a day or two, and they resume physical activity much faster than after invasive surgery.

Minimal post-procedural recovery time

One of the most time-consuming factors of any injury is not always the treatment itself, but the recovery time. With Regenerative therapies, there is far less risk involved than surgery and recovery time is much shorter compared to surgery.

No use of general anaesthesia

Do you not like the way general anaesthesia makes you feel? Or do you simply get anxious at the thought of being put under? Regenerative Therapy may be just what you need as it does not require the use of general anaesthesia. It provides a safe, increasingly effective non-surgical alternative for arthritis in hands treatment using the body’s own natural ability to repair itself without the use of medication.

Same day procedure

The best part, after comprehensive examination and review of your case, blood tests & radio-imaging scans are done to establish a baseline for your pre-existing condition. Regenerative Therapies are an out-patient same-day procedure, where the Consultant decides the line of treatment most suited to your case. In some instances, it may be a combination of more than one treatment protocol. For some patients, however, the complete protocol is a series of knee injections for arthritis in several treatment sessions.

Safe procedures with No risk of rejection and No communicable disease transmission

The procedure involves autologous transplant cells; hence your immune system has no reason to attack them and is in turn much safer than other outside sources. Being an autologous transplant there no risk of cross-transmission of disease.

Like with any injection, there is a little risk of infection at the sample collection and the injection site. We carry out the procedure is carried out under strict sterile conditions to reduce that risk.

Regenerative Therapies can be utilised by anyone, regardless of age, race, or gender. To determine if you are the right candidate and will benefit the most from Regenerative treatment, you need to schedule an appointment with our Clinic. Once our Consultant reviews your medical records,  he will determine if you are a suitable candidate for our Therapy. However, the choice of treatment is at the discretion of the Consultant based on your unique case.

Regenerative therapies are now clinically used to treat degenerative knees, hips, shoulders and other joints. Patients who underwent Regenerative Treatment at our Clinic have testified seeing a marked reduction in pain along with improvement in cartilage quality. The trials concerning Regenerative therapies are widely published online (ex. on PubMed) and readily available for all to access. Regenerative therapies are both safe and effective. Regenerative Treatments allow the body to heal and regenerate in ways that were impossible before. Regenerative Medicine provides a natural alternative to the use of surgeries and medication, which may be more invasive and harmful.

Regenerative Medicines are quickly becoming a first-line treatment for chronic pain, degenerative joint disease, like arthritis or Osteoarthritis and provide a minimally invasive option to avoid invasive surgical repair and other various conditions. There are many Medica Stem Cell patient testimonials on our website for You to view, outlining that these patients experienced significant improvements in their health.

The treatment usually is finished within 1-2 hours and is performed in an out-patient setting. Administration of anesthesia is not required, and the patient can go home after the treatment. Regenerative Therapy is an orthobiological treatment that requires some time for the cells to restore the damaged areas in the affected joint. Patients usually do not feel the effect of the injection immediately. Mostly, patients begin to see signs of improvement in the form of reduced pain or increased function within 1-2 months . The strong anti-inflammatory effect of the growth factors associated with adult mesenchymal cells helps manage pain and discomfort in the initial weeks. This anti-inflammatory effect usually lasts from 2-3 months. After 2-3 months, you can see continued gradual improvement as the cells help provide healing to the affected area.

For the first few days after the treatment, you might experience mild discomfort or sometimes mild pain at the injection site. The pain usually is not restrictive and may persist for a few days. The discomfort can be alleviated mostly by rest, and if needed, simple pain killers may be prescribed.

Osteoarthritis conditions may or may not require repeat treatment. Typically, it is best to wait 3-6 months. We perform repeat treatment in cases where there is a chance of some improvement.

The reviews sessions to track your development may extend up to 6 months following the procedure. Reviews can be through clinic visits or, for your ease ,by video/phone call.

During the period of follow up, you need to keep an accurate record of your progress to compare to your starting point.

The outcome of the treatment and extent of improvement varies from one patient to another. Mostly it depends on the type and severity of the condition, age, etc.

Regenerative Therapy for Osteoarthritis may help patients who don’t respond to typical drug treatment, want to reduce their reliance on medication, or are looking for safe treatment alternatives. Regenerative treatments are not suitable for all conditions and all patients. The consultant will be able to advise if you are a suitable candidate.

Your first step to exploring the best treatment for hip osteoarthritis is scheduling a consultation with our Consultant. To do so call us on 020 8168 2000 or alternatively book a consultation online or request a call back today!  

References

  1. Burke J, Hunter M, Kolhe R, Isales C, Hamrick M, Fulzele S. Therapeutic potential of mesenchymal stem cell based therapy for osteoarthritis. Clin Transl Med. 2016; 5(1):27.
  2. Shapiro SA, Kazmerchak SE, Heckman MG, Zubair AC, O’Connor MI. A Prospective, Single-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate for Knee Osteoarthritis. Am J Sports Med 2017 Jan; 45 (1):82-90 Epub 2016 Sept 30. View PubMe
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