

“When someone is no longer gaining relief from cortisone shots but would rather avoid surgery because they don’t want to have the recovery time and possible side effects, including infection or possible addiction to opioid pain medication, regenerative therapy is proving to be a popular and effective alternative,” notes Oliver.

It’s also a great option for those who want to avoid having to rely on opioid medications to manage their pain. Seidel’s experience provides a great example of the benefits regenerative medicine can offer patients who are looking to avoid going under the knife.
