Repairing the Musculoskeletal System: Tissue-by-Tissue Healing Stem cell injections can be used to treat a wide variety of joint and connective tissue issues. Each type of tissue responds differently, but MSCs are uniquely suited to support the regeneration of all major components of the musculoskeletal system.
Cartilage is a smooth, rubbery tissue that cushions joints and allows bones to glide over one another. Unfortunately, cartilage has little blood supply, so it does not heal well on its own. This is why injuries and degeneration can progress for years, causing pain and stiffness. Cartilage
MSCs help cartilage regenerate by:
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Stimulating the growth of type II collagen and proteoglycans, the main structural components of cartilage
Inhibiting enzymes that degrade cartilage (e.g. MMPs)
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Rebuilding joint surfaces that were previously rough or fragmented
Encouraging the activity of chondrocytes, the specialized cells that build cartilage
The result is improved joint cushioning, smoother movement, and reduced pain during walking or activity.
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