You should expect to feel relief anywhere from 2 4 weeks to a few months after the procedure depending on where the injection was given.
Post stem cell injection protocol.
This injection will consist of a prp injection a bone marrow concentrate injection a placental exosome injection or an alpha 2 macroglobulin injection into the damaged areas previously treated.
You may shower at any time.
Light walking on a treadmill and stretching with heat can be done as motion is lotion for weeks 1 3 cardio is allowed gazelle stationary bike.
It is normal to have a small amount of bleeding during this time.
Water walking or use of a noodle or float is a great option after complete wound healing from injection sites.
The old pain may return in a few days.
Replace the bandage if the dressing becomes soaked.
Everyday activities are ok after the procedure but exercise limits are listed below.
The first week after injection some people enjoy the anti inflammatory benefit of stem cells resulting in a dramatic decrease in pain.
Phase 1 immediate post injection care 0 2 weeks in this phase the stem cell injection will likely have caused a short term inflammatory response lasting 3 7 days.
You can then return to normal daily activities as tolerated.
Remove the bandage and clean with soap 48 hours after the procedure.
However many people have increased pain from the procedure.
Use caution with activity no matter how good you feel.
Rest ice and elevation are suggested for the first 24 48hrs after your procedure.
These can all be removed 24hrs after your procedure is completed.
You must not overdo it.
Recovery summary in the early stages of recovery after injection weeks 1 4 you may start with gentle myofascial release kinesiology taping gentle stretching rom isometrics and mat based core stabilization exercises.
Stem cell therapy after your procedure pain relief will not be immediate.
Post procedure care instructions.
Approximately 4 weeks after the stem cell procedure patients will return to one of our medical facilities in colorado for a follow up booster injection.
These injections have been shown to enhance the regenerative effects and healing process.
Near waterproof dressings will be placed on the aspiration site s as well your injection site s.
About 1 out of 10 patients will experience a post injection flare due to your immune system being hyper stimulated.
Post procedure stem cell therapy activities weeks 1 2 after stem cell injections leave the initial bandage over the bone marrow harvest site for 48 hours.
These patients break into two categories.
Afteryour first 72 hours you may apply ice to the injection site for 20 minutes every 2 3 hours.
Keep your wound clean dry and covered with a band aid for 12 24 hours after your procedure.
After 4 weeks weightlifting and running are permissible.