Pelvic Pain May Be Reduced With Stem Cell and Platelet Therapies

By Rodney B. Dade, MD

Pelvic Instability is a common condition in women, especially those who have experienced childbirth. The pelvic bones shift during the birthing process. In most women, the bones return to their original position. However, in some women, the ligaments that hold the pelvic bones in place are stretched and weakened to a point where the pelvis is no longer stable. Pelvic instability can lead to debilitating pain and discomfort.

Pelvic Instability is often misdiagnosed, as one healthy and active patient discovered. Due to complications during her pregnancy, the patient was ordered on bed rest. She began to notice searing pain in her hip following the birth of her child. The pain continued to increase in intensity and continued to persist in every aspect of her life, from playing sports to sitting on the couch. After two years, the pain had spread to the other hip. The patient sought out medical counsel that included a battery of tests, but nothing was able to identify the source of the pain.

The patient underwent a number of traditional treatments. Epidural injections, cortisone shots, and physical therapy could only provide temporary relief. Without identifying the root cause of the pain, it can be difficult to achieve long-term relief when treating Pelvic Instability.

Pelvic Instability An Elusive Source of Pain

Without proper diagnosis and treatment, those that suffer from Pelvic Instability can become frustrated. While temporary relief can be achieved, the option of long-term relief can seem unobtainable.

It is important to find a physician that is familiar with the condition of Pelvic Instability. Identifying the diagnosis early on in the treatment planning allows physicians to better understand the treatments necessary to provide long-lasting relief.

Treating Pelvic Instability

Traditional treatment of Pelvic Instability often involves adjusting and realigning the area to provide pain relief. In order for the pelvic structure to maintain stability, the ligaments that hold the structure in place need to be strengthened and tightened. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment, utilizing the Regenexx method of processing, is one of the most effective treatments to achieve this level of stability.

With PRP, Super Concentrated Platelets (SCP), are obtained through a sample of the patient's whole blood, isolating the platelets from the other blood cells. The nutrient rich platelets are then injected into and around the point of injury, initiating and strengthening the body's natural healing response.

The aforementioned patient underwent five PRP treatments. She states that she is 90% healed and pain free. The patient is able to perform routine tasks without pain and has even been able to return to the sports and activities that her Pelvic Instability had previously prohibited.

If you or a loved one is experiencing Pelvic Pain or Instability, consider PRP to help return to a higher quality of life.