Stem Cell Injections for Back Pain
Some people explore stem cell injections as part of a broader plan for chronic back pain. It is not a guaranteed fix or a cure, and whether it fits your situation depends on the cause of your pain and an evaluation by a provider.
- In-office consultation
- Personalized to your spine
- Medically supervised
Most evaluations are scheduled within 48 hours.
What’s happening in the lower back
Disc and facet joint changes are common sources of chronic back pain.
Common sources of chronic back pain
Back pain can come from several different structures in the spine. Identifying the likely source is an important part of deciding whether a regenerative injection may be worth discussing.
Disc changes
Degenerative changes in the discs that cushion the vertebrae.
Facet joint irritation
The small joints connecting each vertebra can become irritated or inflamed.
Muscle & ligament strain
Strain in the muscles and ligaments supporting the spine.
General wear over time
Cumulative wear on the spine’s structures as we age.
Stem cell injections for the back
When used for back pain, treatment is directed at the affected area, with the aim of supporting the body’s own repair processes in the spine’s soft tissue and joints.
It is one option among several
- Not every source of back pain is a good match for this approach.
- It is not a cure, and it is not guaranteed to resolve your pain.
- Results vary from person to person and by the underlying cause.
Alternatives your provider may discuss
- PRP injection therapy, using platelets from your own blood.
- Prolozone, an ozone-based regenerative injection.
- A combination approach, if your provider recommends it.
Candidacy depends on the cause and your history
Whether stem cell injections are a reasonable option for your back pain depends on the underlying cause, your prior treatments, and your overall health.
Not sure if this applies to you? A consultation and evaluation at our Folsom clinic is the best way to find out.
- Chronic back pain that has been evaluated by a provider
- Interest in a regenerative, in-office approach
- Openness to a personalized plan rather than a standard protocol
- Willingness to discuss all regenerative options, not just one
What to expect
Evaluation
We review your history and, where relevant, imaging to understand the likely source of your back pain.
Personalized plan
Your provider discusses whether stem cell injections, PRP, prolozone, or another approach may fit your situation.
Treatment & follow-up
Treatment is delivered under medical supervision, with follow-up to monitor how you are doing.
Stem cell injections for back pain, answered
No. Stem cell injections are not a cure. They are a regenerative approach intended to support the body’s natural repair processes, and results vary from person to person.
That depends on the cause and severity of your back pain, your health history, and an evaluation by our providers. Not everyone is a candidate.
Many regenerative therapies, including stem cell treatments, are considered investigational and are not approved by the FDA for specific conditions. Your provider will explain what that means for your situation.
Book a consultation at our Folsom office so our providers can evaluate your back pain and discuss whether stem cell injections may be appropriate.
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Let’s talk about your back pain
Book a consultation with our Folsom team to find out whether stem cell injections may be a fit for you.
We’ll review your history and give you an honest assessment.
Medical disclaimer: The information on this page is for general education and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Stem cell injections and other regenerative therapies described here are not FDA-approved to cure, treat, or prevent back pain or any specific condition. Individual results vary and no specific outcome is guaranteed. Candidacy is determined only after an in-person evaluation with a licensed provider.