What Are BMAC Injections?
BMAC stands for bone marrow aspirate concentrate, a treatment used at the Center for Regenerative Sports & Spine Care to support musculoskeletal healing. Like other regenerative treatments offered at our Atlanta, GA orthopedic practice, BMAC injections harness growth factors from your own body (in this case, from your bone marrow) to address joint, tendon, ligament, and cartilage injuries without surgery. Rather than simply reducing symptoms, the purpose of BMAC injections is to encourage your body's natural healing response and promote long-term relief.
BMAC injections are often recommended for patients struggling with osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, ligament sprains, and other chronic conditions that haven't responded to other treatments. Under the care of Dr. Mairin Jerome, an interventional orthobiologic specialist and the founder of our practice, many patients are able to enjoy enhanced comfort and mobility. Learn how BMAC injections might fit into your orthopedic care plan by scheduling an appointment with Dr. Jerome and our team.
How Are BMAC Injections Performed?
Every orthopedic care plan at the Center for Regenerative Sports & Spine Care starts with a thorough consultation at our Atlanta, GA practice to review your injury, what might be causing it, and related conditions that may be contributing to your pain. Dr. Jerome will use advanced imaging tools, including x-rays or ultrasounds, to examine the area and any nearby structures to get a more complete view of the problem.
If BMAC injections are appropriate, we'll first numb the harvest area (usually near the pelvic bone) before collecting the bone marrow through a hollow needle. Once drawn, the marrow will be processed to concentrate the aspirate, which contains a high concentration of regenerative growth factors and mesenchymal signaling cells. Dr. Jerome will then inject the BMAC into the injured tissue, using fluoroscopic or ultrasound imaging to ensure the placement is precise.
What Are the Benefits of BMAC Injections?
Just like our other orthobiologic treatments at the Center for Regenerative Sports & Spine Care, BMAC injections utilize your own body's cells to stimulate recovery with minimal risk of complications. The benefits of this nonsurgical treatment include:
- Supporting the body's natural healing processes at the site of injury
- Reducing inflammation within joints and surrounding soft tissues
- Promoting repair of damaged cartilage, tendons, and ligaments
- Improving joint function and overall mobility
- Decreasing pain associated with chronic orthopedic conditions
- Enhancing tissue environment to encourage long-term structural support
Center for Regenerative Sports & Spine Care Reviews
Dr Jerome is incredibly thorough and knowledgeable! She took time to speak with me about all treatment options and how to eliminate my pain. She not only got me moving again, she got my life back! I highly, unequivocally recommend Dr Jerome!
I met with Dr. Jerome after experiencing difficulties with stiffness in my back and legs which was creating difficulty walking. Prior to meeting with Dr. Jerome I met with several doctors including a Neurologist who diagnosed me with spinal stenosis and suggested trying some PT but was told there wasn't anything that could be done and this will be your new normal. I had a friend recommend seeing Dr. Jerome for a second opinion after the success he saw with his daughters and wife who had their own issues and their success. Dr. Jerome met with me and spent well over an hour evaluating my X-Rays and MRI's and determined the root cause and said that there wasn't any reason for my issues to be my new normal! She conducted 2 surgeries using my own blood platelets which improved my mobility and my life drastically! During that same evolution she identified an issue with my hip which had deteriorated and was developing bone spurs (no other doctor caught or identified that issue) she said that the damaged hip was beyond anything she could do to repair and suggested seeing a surgeon for a 2nd opinion. She was right and I recently had my hip replaced! In closing I have to say that in my 58 years of life I have never met with a doctor who spent as much time and focus with me in order to try and improve my circumstances and my life. Dr. Jerome in my opinion is the best doctor I have ever interacted with! I would highly recommend her to any friend, family member, or anyone for that matter! Any patient with the good fortune of having Dr. Jerome in their corner will be blessed with someone who truly cares for them and is the best at what she does! Forever grateful! Rob Edgeton West Des Moines, IA.
On Feb 20, 2023, I had my first appointment with Dr Mairin Jerome at Regenexx in Des Moines IA and on March 27, 2023. I was impressed by her inquiries into my health, she examined my knee, finding the pain areas with her hands and used a ultra sound to get a better idea of my knee. (It was so very different then my Ortho physician who took x-rays and stood across the room and told me I needed two complete knee replacements and when did I want to schedule it, I felt like I’d been hit by a 2 x 4). I had platelets a prolotherapy injection; into my R knee and lower back. I was amazed after two days I had low to no pain, I only used only two pain pills. I was told what every step of the procedure was and asked if I understood, Dr Jerome called that evening to check on how I was doing, I felt supported and she knew what was going on with my PT on my follow up visit. Dr Jerome went above and beyond what she needed to do to make me comfortable. On Sept 20, 2023 I had a stem cell procedure done on my L knee and it went as easily as the first procedure. There were extra stem cells so she put them into my L hip, sweet! Again, I feel Dr Jerome took that extra measure of patient care. I am sensitive to medications and usually take half of what is prescribed, she ‘listens’ and prescribed my pain meds in a smaller dose so that I didn’t have to deal with breaking pills up. For me it’s the little gestures that make a doctor great. Dr Jerome is an excellent doctor, I and many others in Des Moines, will miss her as she goes back east to practice. Kathleen McLean (age 73)
Dr. Jerome got to the root of my issues was able to treat my spine comprehensibly. Enjoyed her humor and patience with my veins! Very sad to see her leave Des Moines!
Dr. Jerome is very professional, attentive and caring. She takes the time to listen not only with her ears but her eyes and heart as well. She noted symptoms I didn't realize I had. She provided personal follow-ups, not just relying on her staff, and supplied emotional support when I felt my issues were crashing down around me. There are not enough words to properly thank you, Dr. Jerome, for all you have done for my knees, back, neck and hands.
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Relieve Chronic Pain without Surgery
BMAC injections can be an effective treatment option for patients living with chronic conditions involving the joints, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. If you're tired of living with pain that doesn't seem to respond to traditional care, schedule a consultation with Dr. Jerome at the Center for Regenerative Sports & Spine Care in Atlanta, GA to learn if you're a candidate for BMAC injections or other orthobiologic treatments. We're happy to help patients find a way forward in the face of pain and mobility issues.