Regenerative Medicine

PRP is a concentrated preparation of platelets derived from a patient’s own blood. Platelets contain growth factors and proteins that help to heal and regenerate tissues.

• How PRP Works in Regenerative Medicine:
  • Growth Factor Release: When injected into injured or damaged tissue, PRP releases growth factors (such as platelet-derived growth factor, transforming growth factor, and vascular endothelial growth factor) that promote tissue repair, cell regeneration, and the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis).
  • Healing Acceleration: PRP stimulates the body’s natural healing processes by enhancing tissue regeneration and reducing inflammation. It can also improve collagen production, making it useful for treating musculoskeletal injuries, tendinitis, arthritis, and even skin conditions.
  • Applications: Commonly used for joint and tendon injuries, sports injuries, osteoarthritis, chronic pain, and even for skin rejuvenation (e.g., in facial aesthetics).

When discussing your symptoms, we also consider your overall health and physical age. Collagen plays a key role in providing tissue support, strength, flexibility, and compressibility. As we age, collagen production naturally decreases, which can affect these functions. To support your body’s needs, we offer Vitti-Pure as an alternative to PRP, helping to enhance collagen regeneration and promote healing.

Vitti-Pure is a no-stick, no-spin alternative to PRP that provides protein rich support for homologous applications such as joint cushioning and tissue support. It is an excellent source of glycosaminoglycans, hyaluronic acid, chondroitin, and glucosamine as well as naturally occurring proteins and lipids that provide excellent structural support. Vitti-Pure’s structural tissue extracellular matrix is dense with biomaterials that support the mechanical activity of joints and tissue therefore encouraging the repair.

Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can develop into various specialized cell types, such as muscle, bone, cartilage, or nerve cells. They can come from different sources, such as the patient’s own body (e.g., bone marrow or adipose tissue) or donor sources (e.g., umbilical cord tissue).

At Anti-Aging & Regenerative Associates, we use mesenchymal stem cells derived from Wharton’s jelly, which are unique due to their immune-privileged status. These cells lack specific signaling receptors, preventing recognition and rejection by the immune system.

• How Stem Cells Work in Regenerative Medicine:
  • Tissue Regeneration: Stem cells have the unique ability to differentiate into the specific type of cells needed to repair damaged or diseased tissues. For example, stem cells injected into an area of cartilage damage can differentiate into cartilage cells to aid in repair and regrowth.
  • Healing and Repair: Stem cells not only replace damaged cells but also release signaling molecules that promote healing, reduce inflammation, and help restore normal tissue function. They can also help rebuild structures such as bones, cartilage, or even muscles in cases of injury or degeneration.
  • Immune Modulation: Stem cells have immune-modulating properties, which can be beneficial for patients with autoimmune conditions or chronic inflammatory diseases, as they help reduce unwanted immune responses.
  • Applications: Used in treating degenerative conditions (e.g., osteoarthritis, spinal cord injuries, heart disease), sports injuries, autoimmune diseases, and even regenerating damaged tissues in organs or muscles.

At Anti-Aging & Regenerative Associates, our providers are dedicated to thoroughly understanding your unique symptoms or injury during your consultation. Together, we will evaluate and identify the most effective treatment options tailored to meet your individual needs.

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