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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive joint disease that diminishes mobility and quality of life. At Synergy Cell Institute (SCI) in St. Petersburg, FL, we provide the definitive, nonsurgical solution designed to reduce pain, regenerate cartilage, and delay or eliminate the need for joint replacement surgery.
Our clinical approach, built on decades of combined experience, utilizes precise stem cells and exosomes to target joint degeneration at its root. We offer a highly personalized, science-driven treatment plan that restores the vitality and resilience of your joints, empowering you to remain active and confident.
Cellular Joint Restoration (Stem Cells, Exosomes, PRP)
Reduced pain, potential cartilage regeneration, reduced inflammation, and delayed/avoided surgery.
Minimal; typically 1-3 days of restricted activity.
Long-term pain relief and functional improvement, sustained over multiple years.
Advanced Osteoarthritis Treatment at SCI involves the targeted application of regenerative cellular therapy to the joint affected by OA. The fundamental purpose is to introduce powerful biological components, such as concentrated stem cells or exosomes, directly into the joint space.
This therapy aims to stop the degenerative cycle of OA by reducing chronic inflammation and encouraging the body's natural processes to repair damaged cartilage and lubricate the joint. It offers a compelling, evidence-based alternative to traditional treatments that rely heavily on pain management or end-stage surgery.
Your OA treatment at SCI is defined by clinical accuracy and minimal invasiveness, and is performed in our outpatient clinic in less than an hour.
Our regenerative therapies are specifically tailored to treat the progressive degeneration of cartilage and the chronic pain associated with:
Choosing cellular therapy for OA offers transformative benefits rooted in natural biological repair:
Targeted Anti-Inflammation
The administered cells possess powerful anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, immediately working to break the cycle of chronic, destructive inflammation that drives cartilage loss in OA.
Potential for Tissue Repair
Cellular components release growth factors and signals that can encourage the joint environment to regenerate or maintain existing cartilage, reducing friction and protecting bone.
Long-Term Symptom Relief
By treating the biological source of the disease, patients experience sustained pain relief and significant improvement in joint function, often lasting for years and delaying the need for invasive, high-risk joint replacement surgery.
You may be a good candidate for cellular therapy if you have mild to moderate osteoarthritis (Grade 1-3) and are experiencing chronic pain, stiffness, or functional loss that limits your activities. Our patients are seeking a nonsurgical, long-term solution to avoid or delay joint replacement.
We conduct a thorough clinical and radiographic evaluation to ensure you have viable joint space and tissue that can benefit maximally from the therapy.
Recovery involves minimal downtime, but adherence to a specific aftercare plan is paramount to the success of the treatment. We typically recommend 1 to 3 days of relative rest for the treated joint, followed by a period of limited weight-bearing or strenuous activity.
The focus is on protecting the joint while regeneration takes effect. You will receive detailed instructions on activities to avoid and may be enrolled in a modified physical therapy protocol to optimize joint mechanics as the healing progresses.
Patients generally begin to report a decrease in pain and a reduction in joint stiffness within 4 to 8 weeks of the injection. The peak results of cartilage stabilization and functional improvement are typically seen between 3 and 6 months.
These results go beyond temporary pain relief to deliver durable, long-lasting relief that can span multiple years, allowing you to return to an active, fulfilling life free from the constant limitations of chronic OA pain.
SCI represents the gold standard for OA treatment in the Tampa Bay area and beyond. Our expertise, integrating functional medicine and advanced orthopedics, ensures your condition is analyzed and treated from a whole-person, root-cause perspective.
We are clinicians who advance the science, utilizing image-guided precision and the latest, most effective regenerative biologics available. When you choose SCI, you choose an authority dedicated to clinical integrity and helping you achieve the highest possible standard of joint health and longevity.
While individual results vary, studies indicate that the benefits of regenerative OA therapy can last for 1 to 5 years, significantly exceeding the duration of temporary relief from steroid injections or hyaluronic acid.
The primary goal is to stabilize and protect the existing cartilage, reducing pain and inflammation. While the therapy can stimulate some regeneration, its key function is to halt the destructive cycle of OA and improve joint function.
Many patients experience a significant reduction in the need for pain medication, but this is a gradual process. Our goal is to empower you to reduce dependence under the guidance of our physician as your joint pain improves.
Our procedures are minimally invasive, performed in an outpatient setting, and utilize biologics with a strong safety profile. Our strict adherence to image guidance further minimizes risk, making it a much safer alternative to major surgery.
