Relieve chronic joint pain and avoid invasive surgery with hospital-grade regenerative medicine. Houston Regenerative Medicine uses 100% autologous stem cell therapy—utilizing your body’s own cells with FDA-compliant protocols and image-guided precision to enhance natural healing.
Serving patients from River Oaks to The Woodlands with the medical standard, not the med-spa standard.
Tired of Being Told You Need Joint Replacement Surgery?
You don’t have to accept a future of surgical downtime, complications, and months of recovery. If you’re between 45 and 75 and want to stay active without going under the knife, stem cell therapy may offer a regenerative alternative.
Here’s what our patients were facing before treatment:
- Unbearable joint pain that made walking, climbing stairs, and sleeping through the night impossible
- Told surgery was the only option, but terrified of the risks and recovery time
- Tried cortisone shots and physical therapy with little to no lasting relief
- Watching their mobility decline and losing the lifestyle they worked hard to maintain
We approach joint pain differently. Instead of masking symptoms or rushing to surgery, we use your body’s own stem cells to promote natural tissue regeneration.
Comprehensive Stem Cell Therapy Solutions for Houston Patients
At Houston Regenerative Medicine, we don’t just inject and hope. Our complete regenerative cycle is designed for optimal repair of damaged tissue using the latest procedures in orthobiologic medicine.
Conditions We Treat with Stem Cell Therapy in Houston
Our board-certified specialists use regenerative medicine to address a wide range of joint and soft tissue conditions.
Knee Pain & Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of the knee is the most common reason patients seek stem cell therapy. Whether you have a meniscus tear, cartilage damage, or bone-on-bone arthritis, stem cells may help reduce inflammation and promote cartilage regeneration. We evaluate every patient’s MRI to determine candidacy—if your joint is too far gone, we’ll tell you honestly.
Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff Injuries
Chronic shoulder pain from rotator cuff tears, labral damage, or bursitis can steal your sleep and limit your independence. Stem cell therapy targets the damaged tendons and ligaments, enhancing the body’s natural healing ability without the downtime of surgical repair.
Hip Pain & Degenerative Joint Disease
Hip osteoarthritis doesn’t have to end in replacement surgery. Our image-guided stem cell injections may help reduce pain and improve range of motion by addressing inflammation at the source. Patients often report walking without pain and sleeping through the night after treatment.
Spine & Degenerative Disc Disease
Lower back pain from degenerative disc disease can be debilitating. While stem cell therapy won’t reverse severe spinal damage, it may promote healing in disc tissue and reduce chronic inflammation. We combine this with other regenerative therapies like Platelet-Rich Plasma for comprehensive pain relief.
Why Houston Regenerative Medicine is the Trusted Choice for Stem Cell Therapy
The Medical Standard, Not the Med-Spa Standard
Many clinics offer “stem cell therapy,” but few meet the rigorous standards we uphold. We are FDA Section 361 compliant, meaning we use only autologous (your own) cells, processed and injected the same day under strict sterile protocols. You won’t find unregulated donor cells or overseas procedures here.
Led by Board-Certified Experts
Dr. Joel Cherdack and our team bring decades of experience in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and regenerative orthopedics. We’ve served Houston patients since our founding, building a reputation for patient-centered care and clinical precision. Our 5.0-star rating reflects the trust River Oaks, West University, Memorial Park, and Woodlands residents place in our work.
Hospital-Grade Sterility & In-House Lab
We process your stem cells in our Houston lab using hospital-grade equipment and aseptic technique. Unlike clinics that outsource to third-party labs, we control every step of the process—from harvest to injection—ensuring safety, potency, and regulatory compliance.
We Turn Away Patients Who Won’t Benefit
Not everyone is a candidate for stem cell therapy. If your MRI shows bone-on-bone degeneration with no cartilage remaining, or if your condition requires surgical intervention, we’ll tell you. Our goal is robust healing with reduced pain and less impairment—not selling treatments that won’t work.
The Patient Journey: From Consultation to Recovery
Step 1: Free MRI Review & Candidacy Check
Before you invest a dollar, we review your imaging and medical history. This complimentary consultation determines whether stem cell therapy is right for you. We approach each patient as a unique individual, not a transaction.
Step 2: The Harvest – Quick & Painless
If you’re a candidate, we’ll harvest stem cells from your bone marrow (usually the pelvis) or adipose tissue. The procedure takes about 20 minutes and uses local anesthesia. Most patients describe it as mild pressure, not pain.
Step 3: The Injection – Ultrasound Guided
Once your cells are concentrated, we inject them directly into the damaged joint or tissue using real-time imaging. This ensures the regenerative cells reach the injury site with pinpoint accuracy. The entire visit typically lasts 2-3 hours, and you walk out the same day.
Step 4: Back to Life – No Downtime
There’s no hospital stay, no general anesthesia, and no months of recovery. You’ll receive detailed post-care instructions and may start light activity within days. Most patients notice gradual improvement over 4-12 weeks as the stem cells work to repair damaged tissue.
Common Questions About Stem Cell Therapy in Houston
Is stem cell therapy FDA approved?
Stem cell therapy using your own cells (autologous) is FDA Section 361 compliant, meaning it’s regulated as a tissue procedure, not a drug. The FDA allows same-day harvesting, processing, and injection of your own stem cells for orthopedic conditions. We follow all federal guidelines for safety and sterility.
How much does stem cell therapy cost in Houston?
Stem cell therapy for joint pain typically ranges from $3,000 to $8,000 per joint, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the source of stem cells. We offer transparent pricing during your consultation and accept CareCredit financing, FSA, and HSA payments. While insurance generally doesn’t cover regenerative medicine, many patients find the investment worthwhile compared to the long-term costs and risks of surgery.
Does stem cell therapy hurt?
Most patients report minimal discomfort during the harvest and injection. We use local anesthesia for both procedures, and any post-treatment soreness typically resolves within a few days. It’s far less invasive than surgery and doesn’t require the pain management protocols associated with joint replacement.
What is the success rate for stem cell therapy?
Success depends on the condition being treated and the severity of tissue damage. For knee osteoarthritis, clinical studies suggest many patients experience meaningful pain reduction and functional improvement, though individual results vary. Rotator cuff injuries and hip osteoarthritis show similar patterns. During your consultation, we’ll discuss realistic expectations based on your specific diagnosis.
For why no single success rate applies to every condition, and what to ask when a clinic quotes one, read What Is the Success Rate of Stem Cell Therapy?
Will Medicare or insurance cover stem cell therapy?
Currently, most insurance plans and Medicare do not cover stem cell therapy for joint conditions, as it’s considered investigative or elective. However, many patients find that the cost of stem cell therapy—even out of pocket—is comparable to surgery deductibles, copays, and lost income from extended recovery.
How long do the results last?
Results vary by patient, but many experience lasting relief for 1-3 years or longer. Some patients return for periodic “booster” treatments to maintain joint health. Because stem cell therapy addresses the underlying tissue damage—not just symptoms—the benefits can be more durable than cortisone or gel shots.
Am I too old for stem cell therapy?
Age is not a disqualifier. We’ve successfully treated patients in their 70s and 80s. What matters most is the condition of your joint and your overall health. We evaluate each case individually during your free MRI review.
We see stem cell therapy patients from across the Houston area, including Cypress, Upper Kirby, Kingwood, Memorial Villages, West University Place, the Galleria and Uptown, River Oaks, Clear Lake, and Mont Belvieu.
Ready to Relieve Your Pain and Avoid Surgery?
Don’t live with chronic joint pain or accept surgery as your only option. At Houston Regenerative Medicine, we use groundbreaking stem cell and Platelet-Rich Plasma therapies to help patients return to the activities they love—without invasive surgeries or long-term drugs.