This doesn't mention cost, so if you are interested make sure you find that out upfront.
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/patients-needed-for-new-study-using-stem-cells-for-rotator-cuff-injuries-300183286.html
CHICAGO, Nov. 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Shoulder physicians at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) are actively recruiting patients with rotator cuff injuries to participate in a clinical trial using stem cell injections. Criteria for patients is as follows:
Age 18 to 70 years with significant shoulder pain
Must be willing to undergo initial evaluation and imaging to determine if pain is caused by a rotator cuff injury
Determined to be a candidate for surgical rotator cuff repair
You can learn more about the study and how to enroll by calling: 312-361-2104 or emailing: shoulderstemcells@rushortho.com.
About rotator cuff injuries and treatment
The rotator cuff consists of a group of four muscles responsible for moving and stabilizing the shoulder joint. These muscles and surrounding ligaments can tear because of an injury, chronic overuse or from aging. The first line of defense recommended by orthopedic surgeons is a non-surgical remedy, such as ice, anti-inflammatories or cortisone injections.
However, if the pain and loss of mobility still continue and imaging reveals a rotator cuff tear, surgeons may perform arthroscopic surgery to reattach the torn tendon to the bone using a tiny camera (arthroscope) to help guide them as they work through small incisions. Arthroscopic tendon repair can provide restoration of the patient's normal anatomy with a relatively pain-free procedure.
About stem cell treatment
Stem cells can be extracted from human tissue and when transplanted to another part of the body, can multiply to produce more stem cells. Recent studies have shown stem cells used during rotator cuff repair surgery improve the tendon healing process and decrease the likelihood of it tearing again. Shoulder surgeons at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, are conducting this study to determine how stem cells affect the healing process for patients with rotator cuff injuries. Orthopedic surgeons involved in the study include: Dr. Brian Cole, Dr. Anthony Romeo and Dr. Nikhil Verma.
About Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) offers comprehensive, unparalleled, orthopedic services. MOR physicians are team physicians for the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox, and the Chicago Fire Soccer club. They are known for treating patients with orthopedic conditions, ranging from the most common to the most complex. The group's reputation as a leader in specialized orthopedic patient care, education and research has been recognized by many national publications. U.S. News & World Report ranks the orthopedic program at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, as No. 6 in the nation and it is the highest ranked program in Illinois. MOR has offices at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago; Oak Park; Westchester; Winfield; and is coming soon to Northwest Indiana. For more information or to make an appointment, visit www.rushortho.com.
SOURCE Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/patients-needed-for-new-study-using-stem-cells-for-rotator-cuff-injuries-300183286.html
CHICAGO, Nov. 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Shoulder physicians at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) are actively recruiting patients with rotator cuff injuries to participate in a clinical trial using stem cell injections. Criteria for patients is as follows:
Age 18 to 70 years with significant shoulder pain
Must be willing to undergo initial evaluation and imaging to determine if pain is caused by a rotator cuff injury
Determined to be a candidate for surgical rotator cuff repair
You can learn more about the study and how to enroll by calling: 312-361-2104 or emailing: shoulderstemcells@rushortho.com.
About rotator cuff injuries and treatment
The rotator cuff consists of a group of four muscles responsible for moving and stabilizing the shoulder joint. These muscles and surrounding ligaments can tear because of an injury, chronic overuse or from aging. The first line of defense recommended by orthopedic surgeons is a non-surgical remedy, such as ice, anti-inflammatories or cortisone injections.
However, if the pain and loss of mobility still continue and imaging reveals a rotator cuff tear, surgeons may perform arthroscopic surgery to reattach the torn tendon to the bone using a tiny camera (arthroscope) to help guide them as they work through small incisions. Arthroscopic tendon repair can provide restoration of the patient's normal anatomy with a relatively pain-free procedure.
About stem cell treatment
Stem cells can be extracted from human tissue and when transplanted to another part of the body, can multiply to produce more stem cells. Recent studies have shown stem cells used during rotator cuff repair surgery improve the tendon healing process and decrease the likelihood of it tearing again. Shoulder surgeons at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, are conducting this study to determine how stem cells affect the healing process for patients with rotator cuff injuries. Orthopedic surgeons involved in the study include: Dr. Brian Cole, Dr. Anthony Romeo and Dr. Nikhil Verma.
About Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) offers comprehensive, unparalleled, orthopedic services. MOR physicians are team physicians for the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox, and the Chicago Fire Soccer club. They are known for treating patients with orthopedic conditions, ranging from the most common to the most complex. The group's reputation as a leader in specialized orthopedic patient care, education and research has been recognized by many national publications. U.S. News & World Report ranks the orthopedic program at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, as No. 6 in the nation and it is the highest ranked program in Illinois. MOR has offices at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago; Oak Park; Westchester; Winfield; and is coming soon to Northwest Indiana. For more information or to make an appointment, visit www.rushortho.com.
SOURCE Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush