Stem cell therapy is a promising area for future research in pain medicine utilising mesenchymal stem cells which have the ability to transform (Pluripotency). Mesenchymal stem cell were initially harvested from bone marrow to treat blood disorders. These cells have now been identified as possible treatment options for patients with chronic pain. The uniqueness is te cells ability to transform and also is freely accessible in adipose tissue ( fat cells). This makes this therapy safe and minimally invasive.
Which patient are suitable for SCT?
Patients who have failed conservative management may consider this therapy. The results from clinical research is mixed with no strong recommendations. This is an area of ongoing research, SCT is usually considered when pain limits function significantly and other treatments have failed.
Some conditions which SCT have been studied are
Is SCT Safe?
SCT is a minimally invasive therapy which is well tolerated by patients. There are no major drawbacks as the cells are extracted from adipose tissue (fat cells) or blood drawn from oneself. The complications, if they arise, are usually related to the injection approach to the site, which will be explained by your doctor. Many patients looking for the best stem cell treatment in Sydney choose SCT for its safety, effectiveness, and natural healing potential.
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Originally from England, Sally graduated from St George’s Hospital, University of London in 2004 with a BSc (First Class Hons) in Physiotherapy. Since settling in Australia, Sally has worked in private practice and in the public hospital setting across Sydney.
Sally gained a Masters in Medicine Pain Management from the University of Sydney in 2019 and is a Titled Pain Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association).
In addition to private practice, Sally currently works as a Senior Physiotherapist at Westmead Hospital Pain Management Service.
Sally is highly skilled in assessing, diagnosing and treating people who experience chronic pain. She enjoys working with injured workers and CTP claimants. She has a deep understanding of the impact of pain on the whole person and on their functioning in daily life. In partnership with her colleagues, Sally enjoys applying her knowledge and clinical skills to provide a safe space for exploration of the physical and emotional meaning of pain and for recovery of function.
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