When something happens to your shoulder, it affects your ability to move freely. If you try to move your shoulder, you’ll feel a great deal of pain. With so many tendons and tissues in this area, you can injure your shoulder in a number of ways, such as by playing sports, performing manual labor or doing repetitive tasks. 

Fortunately, there are a number of methods to treat shoulder pain and improve mobility. One of the most cutting-edge treatments recommended by our pain management doctors is stem cell therapy. 

What is Stem Cell Therapy? 

Stem cell therapy uses stem cells to treat or prevent certain diseases or conditions. The reason why stem cells are favored is because they come from the body’s raw materials. Under the right conditions, these cells divide to form new cells. No other type of cell in the body is able to rejuvenate like stem cells can. 

In the case of shoulder injuries, stem cells are first harvested from your fatty tissue and bone marrow. They are then separated and consolidated in a lab and injected into the shoulder. The procedure is typically done in an outpatient setting and takes about three hours to complete. It does not require a general anesthetic. 

How Does Stem Cell Therapy Help with Shoulder Pain?

Once the stem cells are injected into your body, they follow the inflammatory signals from the damaged tissues. The cells have multiple ways of healing the affected area, such as by growing into the new cells your body needs, repairing damaged tissues and boosting your body’s repair processes. 

Unlike other types of treatments, stem cell therapy is a non-invasive way to heal from ligament, tendon or muscle injuries. It can also help rebuild tissues and cartilage in areas where degenerative arthritis has worn them away. Furthermore, stem cell therapy can delay or avoid the need for joint replacement surgery. 

What Types of Shoulder Conditions Can Stem Cells Improve? 

Stem cells can treat a wide range of shoulder conditions such as: 

• Arthritis 
• Bursitis 
• Biceps tendon tears
• Rotator cuff tears 
• Tendonitis 
• Bone fractures 
• Labral tears 

If you are interested in learning more about stem cell therapy and how it can improve your shoulder pain, contact Jersey Rehab today. Our pain management doctors can determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure, as well as what expectations to have.