Yes, you can take control of your Arthritis!

Arthritis doesn't have to rule your life.  Learn how to prevent it from progressing and get the relief you need at Modern Movement Medicine! 

Understanding Arthritis

Arthritis is a debilitating condition characterized by chronic pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility, negatively impacting one's quality of life by interfering with their daily activities. Traditional treatments, such as medication, chiropractic care and physical therapy, aim to manage symptoms but typically need recurring treatments in order to effectively provide long-term relief.  Advances in regenerative medicine, such as stem cell therapy, may change that.  

Arthritis encompasses over 100 different types of joint diseases, with osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) being the most common.

• Osteoarthritis or OA is a degenerative joint disease where the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones gradually wears away.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis or RA is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks the synovium (the lining of the membranes that surround your joints). 

Will Stem Cell Therapy Transform Modern Medicine?

Stem cell therapy addresses the root cause of joint degeneration. Stem cells have the unique capability to reverse the progression of osteoarthritis by differentiating into various cell types, such as cartilage, bone, and muscle, making them ideal candidates for regenerative therapies.  Stem cells also have immunomodulatory properties that can reduce inflammation, which is currently being explored for autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.  Current studies have demonstrated that stem cell injections can significantly reduce pain and improve joint function! 

The Future of Arthritis Treatment

The future of arthritis treatment will combine both traditional and regenerative medicine therapies.  Stem cell therapy used in conjunction with traditional treatments such as chiropractic and physical therapy seem to provide the best patient outcomes.  It is hypothesized that by:

• Restoring proper joint alignment (chiropractic)
• Harnessing the body’s own regenerative capabilities (stem cells) and 
• Improving the neuromuscular function of the surrounding joint structure (physical therapy) 

used in combination with one another will provide the best patient outcome measures by addressing the root cause of the arthritic joint in question.  

These innovative therapies offer hope for millions of arthritis sufferers worldwide!  With continued investment in research and development, the cure for arthritis will soon become a reality!  

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