Hip Stem Cell Treatment | Motus Biologics in Kansas City

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Is hip pain from arthritis slowing you down?

Hips are the second most commonly replaced joint after knees. The hip is a large ball and socket joint that is comprised of the head of the femur and part of the pelvis called the acetabulum. Both of these bones are covered in cartilage which can wear down over time from activity and genetics (osteoarthritis), autoimmune illnesses (i.e. rheumatoid arthritis), childhood hip disease (congenital hip dysplasia), or trauma (fractures and/or avascular necrosis/AVN).

Regardless of the cause of hip arthritis, symptoms tend to be similar and consist of pain with activities such as walking, standing up from a seated position, or putting on your socks and shoes. This is often associated with stiffness and can interfere with sleep. Routine conservative treatment options have included rest, activity modification, weight loss, anti-inflammatory medications, and steroid injections. Oftentimes, patients are referred for a hip replacement when these therapies no longer provide pain relief.

Do I need surgery?

Hip replacement is an invasive surgery and carries significant risks such as bleeding, infection, blood clots, and anesthesia complications to name a few. There is a substantial and painful recovery period that requires time off of work for most individuals.

The surgery involves removing the damaged bone and cartilage and replacing these with a prosthesis consisting of metal and a plastic spacer. This spacer acts as a smooth gliding surface. Unfortunately, this can be susceptible to wearing down and loosening over time, particularly with being overweight or partaking in high-impact activities such as running, jogging, or jumping. This can sometimes require a revision or second knee replacement.

At Motus, we offer choices nonoperative hip stem cell treatments in Kansas City.

At Motus, we offer nonoperative hip arthritis stem cell treatments in Kansas City to ideal candidates as an alternative to treat pain and prevent further wearing down of the joint. This can eliminate, or even prolong, the need for hip replacement in many individuals.

We do this by using products from your body known as stem cells and platelet rich plasma to promote the joints ability to naturally heal itself. Stem cells are structures that can change (differentiate) into any type of cell in the body. These cells exist throughout the body but cannot get to the area of injury or degeneration with orthopedic conditions because of poor blood flow. At Motus, we harvest stem cells from the patient and concentrate them using a centrifuge (similar to PRP). We then use an ultrasound to guide the stem cells to the exact area in need of treatment. This is often used in combination with PRP. This is a quick in-office procedure that is cost efficient with minimal down time when compared to traditional surgical approaches.

Am I a candidate for Nonoperative Hip Stem Cell Treatments in Kansas City?

Your initial consultation with Motus will consist of a regular doctors visit. We will ask you about your symptoms and previous treatments, perform a physical examination, and review any x-rays or MRI studies that you have had. We will also perform an ultrasound examination to evaluate the surrounding muscles, tendons, and nerves to see if there are additional conditions other than arthritis (i.e. bursitis) contributing to your pain that may need to be treated in addition to the joint at the time of the procedure. The entire visit is billed to your insurance. Should you be deemed a candidate for nonoperative hip arthritis stem cell treatments in Kansas City, your next visit will be your procedure.

Motus evaluates your hip condition and provides you with a personalized plan of care. Whether this is physical therapy, cortisone injection, biologics, or even surgery. Should you not be a candidate for biologics and require surgery, Motus is happy to refer you to one of the many terrific local orthopedic surgeons, or to the surgeon of your choice. Motus is here to ensure you are aware of the options available to you.

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Hip Stem Cell Treatment | Motus Biologics in Kansas City