Stem Cell Therapy for Nonunion Fracture of the Tibia

Overview

This procedure is for a break in the large bone of your lower leg. It's an injection of special cells, called "stem cells" from your body. They may help your bone heal.

Preparation

To begin, you're given medicine to relax you or put you to sleep. The doctor needs to collect stem cells from your body. They are often taken from your bone marrow or fatty tissue. The doctor uses a needle to collect this tissue. It is then processed to separate out the stem cells. They are collected in a syringe.

Injecting the stem cells

With the help of a video x-ray we call a "fluoroscope," the doctor guides a needle to the fracture in your leg. The stem cells are injected into this space. They may help your body grow new bone to heal the fracture.

End of procedure

Follow your doctor's tips for a safe recovery.

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.