Biscup Spine

Q. What conditions does stem cell therapy treat?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:01:43 +0000

A. Conditions that we have treated include but are not limited to; Degenerative Disc Disease, Degenerative Facet Arthritis, Piriformis Syndrome, Paraspinal Trigger Points, Spinal Nerve Injury, Degenerative Joint Disease, Tendonitis, and Muscle Injury.

Q. When using stem cell therapy, is there a possibility of rejection?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:01:20 +0000

A. There have been no reports of stem cell rejection because we use autologous sources (your own) and do not manipulate or change the cells during the preparation process.

Q. What is the difference between stem cells and PRP?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:00:53 +0000

A. Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a component of bone marrow and peripheral blood that contains platelets, which are not cells, but fragments that play a role in clotting and healing. Platelets are responsible for healing injured areas of bone and soft tissue in the body. In addition, PRP contains important growth factors, natural hormones, white blood cells, and other vital healing protein substances, which help to activate stem cells and begin the regeneration process.

Q. When should a patient have only PRP treatments?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:00:23 +0000

A. PRP can be used alone to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions such as tendonitis, painful trigger points, and nerve inflammation. PRP only injections are also used to further stimulate stem cell activity and proliferation after the initial injection.

Q. How many stem cell treatments can a person have?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:00:01 +0000

A. There is no known or documented limit to the number of stem cell or PRP treatments a patient can have.

Q. How long does it take for stem cell/PRP treatments to work?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:59:33 +0000

A. Stem cells take 3-6 weeks to activate once injected into the problem area of the body. They then continue to heal and regenerate for up to a year and beyond. Healing is a very individual process. It can be affected by current state of health, age, activity level, diet and more.

Q. What is the cost of Stem cell and/or PRP Therapy?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:59:07 +0000

A. The cost depends on the area being treated and the type of cells be used. Our prices range from $1500 – $10,000 and include facility, supplies, personnel and your care for the following year (all office and/or phone consults).

Q. Will Stem Cell Therapy be covered by my Insurance?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:58:42 +0000

A. Stem Cell therapy is currently not reimbursed by insurance companies.

Q. Can I talk to someone who has had Stem Cell Injections?

broadway — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:58:15 +0000

A. Upon request we will provide phone numbers of several of our patients who have had a variety of conditions treated with stem cell injections.

Q. If I have a complication that requires additional treatment, do I have to pay for it?

broadway — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:21:52 +0000

Q. If I have a complication that requires additional treatment, do I have to pay for it?

A. If the problem is related to the original condition and the surgery to correct it was performed by Dr. Biscup, there is no additional charge. This is true if Dr. Biscup has to do one or several procedures to treat the problem or complication. All additional office visits or contacts with Dr. Biscup are free of charge unless a new problem develops.