Regenerative medicine

Regenerative Medicine is a treatment based on the patient’s own blood that has a concentration of platelets and other plasma bioactive elements above normal values. Platelets release growth factors and other biomolecules, which are the natural active principles responsible for the stimulation and acceleration of local tissue healing. Whenever damage occurs, this biological mechanism of repair and regeneration is automatically activated. The treatment makes it possible to concentrate a large amount of growth factors close to the lesion.

You can watch the interview with our Doctor Guilherme Ferreira dos Santos, medical director of MIVI Barcelona Sagrat Cor in which he tells us everything you need to know about regenerative medicine. His clinical expertise and patient-centered approach make this content a useful tool for both professionals and individuals seeking to understand new treatment options for chronic pain.

The
chronic pain
is a complex and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is often associated with
tissue damage
,
persistent inflammatory processes
o
nervous system dysfunction
It can last for months or even years, seriously affecting the quality of life of those who suffer from it.

Traditionally, treatments for chronic pain have been focused on
relieving symptoms
through the use of medications, physical therapy or other interventions that, while they may offer temporary relief, do not always address the source of the problem. This symptomatic approach, while helpful in many cases, limits the chances of real and lasting recovery.

In this context, regenerative
regenerative medicine
as a promising alternative that represents a paradigm shift.
paradigm shift
in the treatment of chronic pain. Rather than focusing solely on reducing pain, this innovative field seeks to activate the body’s own natural healing mechanisms.
activating the body’s own natural healing mechanisms
by promoting the regeneration of damaged tissues and restoring normal function.

Regenerative medicine uses techniques such as the use of stem cells and
stem cells
,
platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
and other advanced biological therapies that stimulate the repair of cartilage, tendons, ligaments and other tissues involved in chronic pain processes. By directly addressing the underlying cause of pain, this approach may offer a more durable and less drug-dependent solution.

Understanding the importance of regenerative medicine also implies understanding the true nature of chronic pain. Only in this way is it possible to appreciate the transformative impact of these therapies which, far from being limited to palliating symptoms,
are committed to regeneration, repair and functional recovery.
.

At MIVI Salud, we are committed to innovation and a multidisciplinary approach that includes the most advanced regenerative therapies, with the aim of offering each patient a personalized, effective and lasting solution to pain.

Regenerative medicine encompasses a variety of cutting-edge techniques designed to stimulate the body’s ability to repair and regenerate damaged tissues. These techniques include, among others:

• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy: involves drawing a small amount of blood from the patient, processing it to concentrate the platelets and then injecting the platelet-rich solution into the affected area. The platelets contain growth factors that accelerate tissue repair and promote healing.
• Prolotherapy involves injecting a natural irritant solution into damaged ligaments or tendons. This stimulates a localized inflammatory response, triggering the body’s healing mechanisms and promoting tissue repair.

To apply the treatment it is necessary to follow the following process:

• An anticoagulated blood sample is obtained from the patient and processed under controlled conditions.
• The blood components are separated and the fraction containing the most appropriate concentration of platelets is selected.
• It is administered in the area to be treated by injection.
• This treatment is performed with certified medical devices, specialized and with total guarantee of quality (CE marking).

In this post on our instagram you can see a concrete example for Lumbar PRP.

• Arthrosis
• Tendinitis and other tendon pathologies
• Meniscus and ligament injuries
• Muscle tears
• Foot injuries
• Pseudarthrosis
• In surgery (osteotomies, arthroplasties, etc.)
• Others: surgical wounds, chronic ulcers, etc.

In order to correctly apply the treatment and obtain the efficacy it can provide, a correct diagnosis and evaluation of the patient is essential. The doctor will ask specific questions that, together with the physical examination and evaluation of the complementary tests, will allow a more precise determination of the cause or causes of the pain.

We recommend one or several applications, with a frequency that depends on the clinical situation and other criteria to be considered by the physician.

Regenerative medicine encompasses a variety of cutting-edge techniques designed to stimulate the body’s ability to repair and regenerate damaged tissues. These techniques include, among others:

1) LESS MEDICATION DEPENDENCE: Unlike traditional approaches that often rely on medications with potential side effects, regenerative medicine aims to address the underlying cause, potentially reducing the need for long-term use of medications.

2) ENHANCED TISSUE HEALING AND REPAIR: By harnessing the body’s natural healing processes, regenerative medicine promotes tissue repair, addressing the underlying issues that contribute to chronic pain.

3) MINIMALLY INVASIVE PROCEDURES: Many regenerative medicine techniques are minimally invasive compared to traditional surgical procedures, resulting in faster recovery times and a lower risk of complications.