Ankle Treatment
If you suffer from chronic or acute ankle pain or instability due to arthritis, cartilage loss, ligament strain or tear, or tendon damage, then you may benefit from non-surgical stem cell treatments.
Can stem cells heal ankle injuries?
Dr. Riordan has published a case study in CellR4 Repair, Replacement, Regeneration & Reprogramming on treating severe chronic Achilles tendinopathy with bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC), which contains several types of stem cells known to rebuild and vascularize tissue. 10 weeks after the ultrasound-guided injections into the tendon, MRI imaging confirmed significant healing. At 32 weeks, MRI images showed nearly complete healing.
To read the 32-week follow-up letter to the CellR4 editor, CLICK HERE.
Stem Cell-Augmented Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair Yields Excellent Results
In this study, 27 patients underwent surgery augmented with bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC). 25 of these patients returned to their sport around 6 months post-treatment. Patients were walking without a boot in about 2 months and were able to participate in light activity at around 3 months. Excellent results, including no re-ruptures and early mobilization, were observed in this small cohort with open Achilles tendon repair augmented by BMAC. No adverse outcomes of biologic treatment were observed with this protocol.
Ankle Treatment
If you suffer from chronic or acute ankle pain or instability due to arthritis, cartilage loss, ligament strain or tear, or tendon damage, then you may benefit from non-surgical stem cell treatments.
Can stem cells heal ankle injuries?
Dr. Riordan has published a case study in CellR4 Repair, Replacement, Regeneration & Reprogramming on treating severe chronic Achilles tendinopathy with bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC), which contains several types of stem cells known to rebuild and vascularize tissue. 10 weeks after the ultrasound-guided injections into the tendon, MRI imaging confirmed significant healing. At 32 weeks, MRI images showed nearly complete healing.
To read the 32-week follow-up letter to the CellR4 editor, CLICK HERE.
Stem Cell-Augmented Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair Yields Excellent Results
In this study, 27 patients underwent surgery augmented with bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC). 25 of these patients returned to their sport around 6 months post-treatment. Patients were walking without a boot in about 2 months and were able to participate in light activity at around 3 months. Excellent results, including no re-ruptures and early mobilization, were observed in this small cohort with open Achilles tendon repair augmented by BMAC. No adverse outcomes of biologic treatment were observed with this protocol.
We Feature
- Board-certified interventional pain management specialist
- Over 30 years collective experience in regenerative medicine
- Bone Marrow Aspirate concentration (BMAC) with tabletop centrifuge.
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
- Efficient bone marrow harvesting using fluoroscopic guidance (C-Arm)
- Precision injections with ultrasound and/or fluoroscopic guidance
- All regenerative products are handled only by our full-time clinical staff members who have 7 to 14 years of regenerative medicine experience each. Your tissue will never be handled by a third-party contractor.
University of Arkansas Volleyball Player Bounce Back After Ankle Injury
“I was practicing volleyball at the University of Arkansas one day, and I came down on one of my teammates’ ankles, and I just completely blew out my ankle. Tore pretty much all of the ligaments and tendons in it, and it was just a really significant injury.I always joke with people that my bad ankle is now my good ankle and my good ankle is now my bad ankle, because I mean it feels like a brand new ankle. Sometimes I even forget that I had the stem cells because it just feels great.” – Elizabeth
University of Arkansas Volleyball Player Bounce Back After Ankle Injury
“I was practicing volleyball at the University of Arkansas one day, and I came down on one of my teammates’ ankles, and I just completely blew out my ankle. Tore pretty much all of the ligaments and tendons in it, and it was just a really significant injury.I always joke with people that my bad ankle is now my good ankle and my good ankle is now my bad ankle, because I mean it feels like a brand new ankle. Sometimes I even forget that I had the stem cells because it just feels great.” – Elizabeth
Common ankle and foot conditions treated at Riordan Medical Institute:
Below are common ankle and foot conditions we treat at Riordan Medical Institute. If your condition is not listed, please contact us to see if you are a candidate.
Achilles tendon damage
- Ankle instability
- Arthritis
- Chronic debris
- Fractures: non-union or slow healing
- Ligament strain or tear
- Osteoarthritis
- Peroneal tendon sprain or tear
- Plantar fasciitis
Common ankle and foot conditions treated at Riordan Medical Institute:
Below are common ankle and foot conditions we treat at Riordan Medical Institute. If your condition is not listed, please contact us to see if you are a candidate.
Achilles tendon damage
- Ankle instability
- Arthritis
- Chronic debris
- Fractures: non-union or slow healing
- Ligament strain or tear
- Osteoarthritis
- Peroneal tendon sprain or tear
- Plantar fasciitis
View/download the entire chapter about stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions from Dr. Riordan’s book
For more detailed information about our treatments, we welcome you to read/download the entire chapter on stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions from Dr. Riordan’s new book, Stem Cell Therapy: A Rising Tide – How Stem Cells are Disrupting Medicine and Transforming Lives. CLICK HERE (FREE PDF)
“Neil takes readers on a riveting journey through the past, present and future of stem cell therapy. His well-researched, educational and entertaining book could change your life. I highly recommend it.” – Tony Robbins, NY Times #1 Bestselling Author
“100 years old will soon become the new 60. Stem cells are a key therapeutic to enable this future. Dr. Riordan’s book is your guide to why this is true and how you will benefit. A must read for anyone who cares about extending their healthy lifespan.” – Peter H. Diamandis, MD; Founder, XPRIZE & Singularity University; Co-Founder, Human Longevity, Inc.; Author of NY Times Best Sellers Abundance and Bold
View/download the entire chapter about stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions from Dr. Riordan’s book
For more detailed information about our treatments, we welcome you to read/download the entire chapter on stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions from Dr. Riordan’s new book, Stem Cell Therapy: A Rising Tide – How Stem Cells are Disrupting Medicine and Transforming Lives. CLICK HERE (FREE PDF)
“Neil takes readers on a riveting journey through the past, present and future of stem cell therapy. His well-researched, educational and entertaining book could change your life. I highly recommend it.” – Tony Robbins, NY Times #1 Bestselling Author
“100 years old will soon become the new 60. Stem cells are a key therapeutic to enable this future. Dr. Riordan’s book is your guide to why this is true and how you will benefit. A must read for anyone who cares about extending their healthy lifespan.” – Peter H. Diamandis, MD; Founder, XPRIZE & Singularity University; Co-Founder, Human Longevity, Inc.; Author of NY Times Best Sellers Abundance and Bold
