Pain Management Doctors and Stem Cells in Los Angeles, CA

Intelligent Pain Solutions Los Angeles treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. If you need a pain specialist in Los Angeles for Pain Therapies including Stem Cell Therapy for the Spine and ALL joints!

For over twenty years, Dr. George Graf has been treating the Los Angeles communities with first rate expertise and compassion. Also the pain management doctors in Los Angeles at IPS offers stem cell therapy for all types of musculoskeletal conditions.

Over 90% of patients at Intelligent Pain Solutions are able to avoid potentially risky surgery, achieve pain relief and become more functional. Treatments at Intelligent Pain Solutions are cutting edge and performed by a first rate pain management doctors in Los Angeles.

What conditions are treated with stem cell injections?

Stem cell injections are used for a variety of conditions and injuries. Anyone who suffers from a joint injury or degenerative condition is a candidate for these injections.

In addition, in a study of more than 100 patients, a single injection of stem cells into degenerative discs can reduce low back pain for at least 12 months. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) affects millions of people worldwide, and these injections are proven to be safe and effective for treating this disorder. Other conditions treated include:

• Rotator cuff tears
• Partial muscle tears
• Osteoarthritis of the joints
• Meniscal cartilage tears of the knee
• Chondromalacia patella syndrome

Dr. Graf at Intelligent Pain Solutions in Los Angeles treats all types of spine and joint conditions with stem cell therapy including arthritis, degenerative disc disease, ligament and tendon injury!

Do stem cell injections work?

Usually, patients start to see improvement 6-8 weeks after the stem cell injection procedure. This involves less pain, improved functional ability, and a speedy recovery. The success rate of stem cell injections is between 80 and 90%. In one 2013 study that involved patients with knee arthritis, there was decreased pain scores and improve function after the injection.

In addition, repeat MRI at 24 months showed increase in cartilage thickness compared to pre-treatment MRI. In a 2014 study, 70% of patients with a rotator cuff injury improved after stem cell therapy. Another study involved stem cell therapy for meniscus injury. After the injection, there was notable evidence of improvement in pain and meniscus regeneration.

Feel Free to Contact Us If you want know more about the treatment of stem cells in Los Angeles OR If you would like to make an initial consultation, Please Call (310) 854-0283.

Pain Management Specialist and Stem Cell Therapy in Los Angeles, CA

Intelligent Pain Solutions are dedicated to providing you an excellent services of pain management in Los Angeles CA and the highest values of medical care in a cost-effective way. Our Board Certified pain management specialist in Los Angeles treats the conditions like neck abdominal pain, Arthritis, back pain, joint pain, Phantom Limb Pain & more.

Our pain doctors in Los Angeles, CA treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. Over 90% of patients at our pain management clinic in Los Angeles are able to avoid potentially risky surgery, achieve pain relief and become more functional.

All of the interventional therapies being offered are minimally invasive, outpatient and exceptionally low risk. If you or a loved one is suffering from a painful condition such as sciatica, failed back surgery, whiplash, spinal stenosis, neuropathy – then Intelligent Pain Solutions can offer relief to help you get back to work, playing with the kids and change your life.

Stem Cell Injections

The human body is composed of billions of specialized cells, which form body structures like the brain, muscles, ligaments, tendons, bone, and skin. Each day, these cells go through a degenerative process, which is followed by a regenerative process. When old cells die, new cells are born. A stem cell injection involves the instillation of human stem cells into an injured body structure.

Dr. George Graf at Intelligent Pain Solutions offers stem cell therapy in Los Angeles, CA. He offers both Bone Marrow derived stem cell therapy along with amniotic derived stem cell therapy as well.

At the Intelligent Pain Solutions, we are dedicated to offer the quality care in the area of stem cell therapy in Los Angeles. We have specialists that perform stem cell treatment in Los Angeles, CA to the patients with advance care.

Feel Free to Contact Us If you want know more about the treatment of stem cells in Los Angeles & Beverly Hills, CA OR If you would like to make an initial consultation, Please Call (310) 854-0283.

How are stem cells obtained?

Modern techniques in today’s world allow the doctor to obtain the MSCs from bone marrow, and then, concentrate them in a laboratory process. The site of harvest is at the back of the hip (iliac bone). Once processed, the stem cells are injected into the injured tissues or body structure using advanced imaging guidance. The procedure is done in the doctor’s office.

The other way stem cells are obtained is from amniotic fluid. The fluid is obtained from women undergoing a scheduled C-section and then processed at an FDA regulated lab. Amniotic fluid contains an extensive amount of stem cells along with hyaluronic acid, growth factors and anti-inflammatory factors.

How is the stem cell injection performed?

A nurse will go over the benefits and risks, and then have you sign a consent form. You will be positioned face down, and the doctor cleans the area with an antiseptic solution. A special needle is inserted into the bone so the marrow can be obtained. The procedure is not painful like a bone marrow biopsy. Once processed the concentrated solution of stem cells is injected into the injury site.

Pain Clinic and PRP Therapy in Los Angeles, CA

Intelligent Pain Solutions Is a joint pain and back pain clinic in Los Angeles made up of board-certified healthcare professionals with special training in the management of pain.

Intelligent Pain Solutions Los Angeles treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. Treatments at Intelligent Pain Solutions are cutting edge and performed by a first rate pain management doctors in Los Angeles. Over 90% of patients at Intelligent Pain Solutions are able to avoid potentially risky surgery, achieve pain relief and become more functional.

Pain affects one third of the population, and may include neck or back pain, failed back surgery, whiplash or any number of causes. Our experienced pain management specialist in Los Angeles such as George Graf, MD, have the capacity to change lives by finding the root cause of why you are hurting.

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy in Los Angeles at IPS is the newest treatment for pain that many sports man using in order to cure any sport injury. Also, we are providing PRP therapy in Los Angeles for chronic ligament and tendon ricks/stresses that have botched other conventional treatment. We are delighted to offer PRP treatment in Los Angeles that is personalized to your detailed medical requirements. Intelligent Pain Solutions treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. like back, neck pain & prp in Los Angeles, CA.

PRP is plasma that contains many more platelets than what is usually found in blood. The platelets are concentrated, so they contain a high concentration of growth factors (5-10 times greater than usual). To develop the PRP preparation, a nurse will draw the blood from you. The platelets are separated from the other blood components by a centrifuge, which spins the blood components in a special separating tube. The increased concentration of platelets is then ready to be injected into the body region of concern.

Experts believe that injecting a solution rich in growth factors will speed the healing process. This can be done through two mechanisms:

PRP can be injected into the damaged or injured area. A mixture of PRP and a local anesthetic is placed directly into the inflamed tissue. Afterwards, the pain at the injection site increases for the first couple of weeks, but after this, the patient will experience the beneficial effects.

PRP is often used to heal surgical repaired structures, such as tendons, ligaments, and muscles. This is done by preparing the PRP so it is actually stitched into the torn tissues.

Top Back Pain Management Clinic in Los Angeles, CA

Intelligent Pain Solutions Is a joint pain and back pain clinic in Los Angeles CA made up of board-certified healthcare professionals with special training in the management of pain.

Treatments at our Los Angeles pain clinic are customized to each patient's unique condition, with over 90% success rates! Our pain doctors in Los Angeles, CA treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. Over 90% of patients at our pain management clinic in Los Angeles are able to avoid potentially risky surgery, achieve pain relief and become more functional.

For over twenty years, Dr. George Graf has been treating the Los Angeles communities with first rate expertise and compassion. Also the pain management doctors in Los Angeles at IPS offers stem cell therapy for all types of musculoskeletal conditions.

The Top pain management clinics Los Angeles. Intelligent Pain Solutions, treats a broad array of conditions. These include acute or chronic issues and ones that are either simple or complex.

Back Pain Doctor Los Angeles

Back pain is a common illness affecting most people. It is one of the common reasons people go to the back pain doctor Los Angeles or miss work. Back pain can range from dull, constant ache to sudden, sharp pain that makes it hard for movement. The pain may be sudden if you fall or lift something too heavy.

Getting older: As you age, you become more vulnerable to back pain.

Being overweight: A lot of weight can stress the back and cause severe pain.

Heredity: Some causes may be heredity such as an ankylosing spondylitis a form of arthritis that affects the spine.

Nature of your job: If your work entails lifting, pushing or pulling heavy weights, you may get back pain. Smoking: Smokers are slow to heal, so back pain may last longer.

Intelligent Pain Solutions is a back pain clinic in Los Angeles that has spine doctors, spine surgeons, back surgeons, neck doctors & neck surgeons that provide the best in pain management & back pain management. Our team at Intelligent Pain Solutions is committed to helping patients obtain relief. Our top importance is improving the health and well-being of our patients, and we achieve this goal by providing innovative methods of back pain management and non-surgical orthopedic treatment that don't need surgery.

Adults with back pain often have other physical and mental conditions. Adults reporting low back pain are three times more likely to report fair or poor health and more than four times as likely to suffer from a serious psychological disorder as people without low back pain.

Pain Management Doctor and Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy in Los Angeles, CA

At Intelligent Pain Solutions Los Angeles, you will be treated with compassion, respect and a very high level of skill!

Options include several types of epidural injections, radiofrequency ablation, stem cell therapy, facet injections, occipital blocks, spinal cord stimulator implants, and joint injections to name a few.

Treatments at Intelligent Pain Solutions are cutting edge and performed by a first rate pain management doctors in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Over twenty five pain therapies are available including stem cell therapy for the spine and ALL joints!

For over twenty years, Dr. George Graf has been treating the Beverly Hills and Los Angeles communities with first rate expertise and compassion. Dr. Graf has been an Assistant Clinic Professor at both Yale and UCLA, and has written over ten book chapters and research papers.

All of the interventional therapies being offered are minimally invasive, outpatient and exceptionally low risk. If you or a loved one is suffering from a painful condition such as sciatica, failed back surgery, whiplash, spinal stenosis, neuropathy – then Intelligent Pain Solutions can offer relief to help you get back to work, playing with the kids and change your life.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is an innovative new treatment for injuries and chronic conditions. There has been extensive publicity about platelet rich plasma therapy Los Angeles. Although blood is mainly composed of plasma (liquid), it also contains small solid components, such as platelets, white cells, and red cells. Platelets are known to clot blood, but they also contain growth factors, which are special proteins that help heal tissues.

To develop the PRP preparation, a nurse will draw the blood from you. The platelets are separated from the other blood components by a centrifuge, which spins the blood components in a special separating tube. The increased concentration of platelets is then ready to be injected into the body region of concern.

Experts believe that injecting a solution rich in growth factors will speed the healing process. This can be done through two mechanisms:

PRP can be injected into the damaged or injured area. A mixture of PRP and a local anesthetic is placed directly into the inflamed tissue. Afterwards, the pain at the injection site increases for the first couple of weeks, but after this, the patient will experience the beneficial effects.

PRP is often used to heal surgical repaired structures, such as tendons, ligaments, and muscles. This is done by preparing the PRP so it is actually stitched into the torn tissues.

Top Back Pain Doctor in Los Angeles, CA

All of the interventional therapies being offered are minimally invasive, outpatient and exceptionally low risk. If you or a loved one is suffering from a painful condition such as sciatica, failed back surgery, whiplash, spinal stenosis, neuropathy – then Intelligent Pain Solutions can offer relief to help you get back to work, playing with the kids and change your life.

Pain affects one third of the population, and may include neck or back pain, failed back surgery, whiplash or any number of causes. Experienced pain doctors such as George Graf, MD, have the capacity to change lives by finding the root cause of why you are hurting. Once the source of the pain is established, IPS will work diligently to provide the most relief possible with the minimal intervention necessary. This may include a combination of medications and interventional procedures.

Men and women are both affected by back pain, which can be mild and dull or severe and sharp. The National Institute of Health reports that low back pain is the most type of pain, affecting 27% of survey respondents, and neck pain affected around 15% of those surveyed.

Adults with back pain often have other physical and mental conditions. Adults reporting low back pain are three times more likely to report fair or poor health and more than four times as likely to suffer from a serious psychological disorder as people without low back pain. Intelligent solutions for pain helps patients with back and neck problems complex to recover and return to activity. Includes the expertise of specialists in the non-surgical treatment of back pain Los Angeles, physiotherapists focused spine-affiliated and orthopedic training scholarship George Graf.

Most patients with acute (short-term) back pain only suffer with discomfort for a few days or weeks. The pain usually resolves on its own or with minimal self-care measures. Acute back pain is defined as pain that lasts from 4-12 weeks. Chronic back pain is pain that persists for 12 weeks or more, even after the initial trauma, damage, or injury has been treated and resolved. Approximately 20% of people with acute back pain go on to develop the chronic form.

Joint pain is a common orthopedic problem, and it can occur due to many possible causes. However, joint pain is typically related to an injury or arthritis. The knee joint is the most frequently injured or damaged joint of the body. In older people, multi-site joint pain is usually associated with osteoarthritis. Sometimes, younger people who are overweight or those who have suffer injuries. Call us (310) 854-0283 to Schedule an appointment with our pain doctor Los Angeles & Beverly Hills, CA !

Back Pain Management Doctor in Beverly Hills, CA

Options include several types of epidural injections, radio frequency ablation, stem cell therapy, facet injections, occipital blocks, spinal cord stimulator implants, and joint injections to name a few. At Intelligent Pain Solutions Beverly Hills, you will be treated with compassion, respect and a very high level of skill!

Treatments at Intelligent Pain Solutions are cutting edge and performed by a first rate pain management doctors in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles. Over twenty five pain therapies are available including stem cell therapy for the spine and ALL joints!

How is back pain treated?

The treatment of back pain usually depends on the cause. Treatment options at our Beverly Hills back pain management clinic includes :

Physical therapy – For strengthening core muscles that support the back, the back pain doctor may recommend physical therapy. The therapist works with the patient to improve mobility and flexibility of the spine. Pain relief measures offered by the therapist include heat and cold therapy, massage, and electrical stimulation.

Medications – For relief of pain and inflammation, the doctor may prescribe prescription strength NSAIDs, such as ketoprofen or naproxen sodium. In addition, certain analgesic medications are prescribed short-term, such as oxycodone and hydrocodone. Other drugs used include anticonvulsants, antidepressants, and topical counter-irritants, which stimulate the nerves to reduce the sensation of pain.

Chiropractic care – The chiropractor can perform spinal manipulation and mobilization using his/her hands. This therapy involves massage, adjustments, and manipulation of the spine to improve pain.

Nerve blocks – To block nerve condition from specific body areas, this approach involves injecting long-acting anesthetics, with or without steroids, near the nerve root. Nerve blocks have a 75-80% success rate, based on recent clinical reports.

Epidural steroid injection (ESI) – For short-term pain relief, the back pain doctor can inject a corticosteroid, with or without an anesthetic agent, into the epidural space (right outside the spinal cord). A recent clinical study found the efficacy rate of ESI to be 80-90%.

Radiofrequency Ablation – This has been a revolutionary procedure for back pain, as it can provide 6-24 months of consistent pain relief. If the pain comes back, studies show a repeat radiofrequency lesioning can be just as effective.

Facet Blocks/Medial Branch Blocks – These are outpatient procedures involving the injection of numbing medicine plus/minus steroid. In addition to offering pain relief for months at a time, they also perform as a diagnostic procedure.

Regenerative Medicine – Procedures for back pain include stem cell therapy with bone marrow or amniotic derived stem cells. These procedures are showing excellent benefits in small studies so far.

Call us (310) 854-0283 to Schedule an appointment with our back pain doctor Beverly Hills & Los Angeles, CA !

Stem Cell Therapy Clinic in Los Angeles, CA

For over twenty years, Dr. George Graf has been treating the Beverly Hills and Los Angeles communities with first rate expertise and compassion.

Dr. Graf has been an Assistant Clinic Professor at both Yale and UCLA, and has written over ten book chapters and research papers. Over 25 pain treatment options are available at Intelligent Pain Solutions, with Dr. Graf helping over 90% of patients achieve relief and avoid surgery!

Dr. Graf at IPS offers stem cell therapy for all types of musculoskeletal conditions. This includes degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis, sports injuries, chronic tendonitis, ligament injury, spinal arthritis, degenerative disc disease, back pain and additional painful conditions such as plantar fasciitis.

The top pain management clinic Los Angeles & Beverly Hills, Intelligent Pain Solutions, treats a broad array of conditions. These include acute or chronic issues and ones that are either simple or complex.

What conditions are treated with stem cell injections?

Stem cell injections are used for a variety of conditions and injuries. Anyone who suffers from a joint injury or degenerative condition is a candidate for these injections.

In addition, in a study of more than 100 patients, a single injection of stem cells into degenerative discs can reduce low back pain for at least 12 months. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) affects millions of people worldwide, and these injections are proven to be safe and effective for treating this disorder. Other conditions treated include:

• Rotator cuff tears
• Partial muscle tears
• Osteoarthritis of the joints
• Meniscal cartilage tears of the knee
• Chondromalacia patella syndrome

Do stem cell injections work?

Usually, patients start to see improvement 6-8 weeks after the stem cell injection procedure. This involves less pain, improved functional ability, and a speedy recovery. The success rate of stem cell injections is between 80 and 90%. In one 2013 study that involved patients with knee arthritis, there was decreased pain scores and improve function after the injection.

In addition, repeat MRI at 24 months showed increase in cartilage thickness compared to pre-treatment MRI. In a 2014 study, 70% of patients with a rotator cuff injury improved after stem cell therapy in Los Angeles. Another study involved stem cell therapy for meniscus injury. After the injection, there was notable evidence of improvement in pain and meniscus regeneration.

At Intelligent Pain Solutions, you will be treated with compassion, respect and a very high level of skill! For more information visit Stem Cell Therapy in Los Angeles & Beverly Hills.

Platelet Rich Plasma And Pain Clinic in Beverly Hills, CA

Intelligent Pain Solutions offers Cutting Edge Treatments that provide exceptional pain relief for those suffering from acute or chronic conditions. At the top Beverly Hills pain management center, all treatments are provided by a Double Board Certified physician with over 20 years experience!

All of the interventional therapies being offered are minimally invasive, outpatient and exceptionally low risk. If you or a loved one is suffering from a painful condition such as sciatica, failed back surgery, whiplash, spinal stenosis, neuropathy – then Intelligent Pain Solutions can offer relief to help you get back to work, playing with the kids and change your life.

Intelligent Pain Solutions is best pain clinic in Beverly Hills, we treats broad array of conditions include acute or chronic issues and ones that are either simple or complex.

What conditions are treated with PRP?

• Chronic tendon injuries – PRP is most effective for healing chronic tendon injuries, particularly tennis elbow, Achilles tendonitis, and inflammation of the patellar tendon (jumper’s knee).

• Acute ligament and muscle injuries – PRP therapy has received much publicity for the treatment of acute ligament and muscle injuries related to sports. These include knee sprains, pulled hamstring muscles, thigh sprains, and more.

• Knee arthritis – PRP injections have been found effective for the treatment of knee arthritis, possibly because they promote cartilage regeneration.

• Fractures – PRP is being studied for assisting in healing broken bones.

Is PRP effective?

Research studies show that PRP treatment is quite effective for the treatment of many acute and chronic injuries and conditions. Factors which influence the effectiveness of PRP are:

• The area of the body being treated
• The length of duration of the injury
• The overall health of the patient

What is the success rate of PRP therapy?

During the last decade, there have been many clinical studies investigating the potential benefits of platelet rich plasma Beverly Hills. Results include:

• Tennis elbow – In a 2010 study, patients who received PRP injections had a 73% success rate compared to 51% with cortisone injections. The researchers reported that PRP reduced pain and increased function far better than cortisone injections at the one-year follow-up.

• Rotator cuff tears – A recent study concluded that PRP injections reduced pain and disability compared to dry needling when used to treat rotator cuff injuries. The benefit of the PRP therapy was still noted at the six-month follow-up.

• Chronic plantar fasciitis – PRP therapy used to treat unilateral chronic plantar fasciitis was proven to be effective in a 2014 study. While the study group who receive steroid injections initially felt improvement, the PRP group enjoyed long-term effectiveness.

• Patellar tendinitis – PRP was found to have a 91% success rate for the treatment of patients with chronic patellar tendinitis, according to a recent clinical study.

• Hip arthritis – The success rate was 60% in a 2012 study where PRP was used to treat hip osteoarthritis. The researchers concluded that PRP injections were safe and effective for treatment of hip arthritis.

At Intelligent Pain Solutions, you will be treated with compassion, respect and a very high level of skill! For more information visit Pain Clinic Los Angeles (www.intelligentpainsolutions.com).

Pain Management And PRP Treatment Center In Los Angeles, CA

Over 90% of patients at Intelligent Pain Solutions are able to avoid potentially risky surgery, achieve pain relief and become more functional. Lives are changed at the Beverly Hills pain clinic where over 25 treatment options are available. Therapies are customized for each patient. At Intelligent Pain Solutions, you will be treated with compassion, respect and a very high level of skill!

Common sources of chronic pain include back problems, injuries, joint disorders, headaches, arthritis, sinus pain, overuse syndromes, and tendinitis. Chronic pain is also a symptom of many types of advanced cancer. Many symptoms accompany chronic pain, which can arise as a result of the pain, such as poor sleep quality, irritability, depression, insomnia, and mood changes.

The misuse, overuse, and/or abuse of opioid (narcotic) pain medications has now become a national issue. Deaths due to overdoses of prescription drugs has increased drastically over the last few decades, and the abuse of prescription opioid medications now ranks second behind marijuana as the nation’s top drug issue. Therefore, each person with chronic pain should be managed individually by a pain management Los Angeles CA specialist. Medication use must be determined by weighing the benefits compared to alternative options, as well as potential side effects, the patient’s medical problems, and pain relief4the cost of treatment.

FAQs on PRP Therapy in Los Angeles & Beverly Hills, CA

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is an innovative new treatment for injuries and chronic conditions. There has been extensive publicity about PRP therapy. Although blood is mainly composed of plasma (liquid), it also contains small solid components, such as platelets, white cells, and red cells. Platelets are known to clot blood, but they also contain growth factors, which are special proteins that help heal tissues.

What is PRP?

PRP treatment Los Angeles is plasma that contains many more platelets than what is usually found in blood. The platelets are concentrated, so they contain a high concentration of growth factors (5-10 times greater than usual).

How is the PRP solution prepared?

To develop the PRP preparation, a nurse will draw the blood from you. The platelets are separated from the other blood components by a centrifuge, which spins the blood components in a special separating tube. The increased concentration of platelets is then ready to be injected into the body region of concern.

How does PRP work?

Experts believe that injecting a solution rich in growth factors will speed the healing process. This can be done through two mechanisms:

• PRP can be injected into the damaged or injured area. A mixture of PRP and a local anesthetic is placed directly into the inflamed tissue. Afterwards, the pain at the injection site increases for the first couple of weeks, but after this, the patient will experience the beneficial effects.

• PRP is often used to heal surgical repaired structures, such as tendons, ligaments, and muscles. This is done by preparing the PRP so it is actually stitched into the torn tissues.

Pain Management And Stem Cell Therapy Center In Beverly Hills, CA

Intelligent Pain Solutions offers Cutting Edge Treatments that provide exceptional pain relief for those suffering from acute or chronic conditions. At the top Beverly Hills pain management center, all treatments are provided by a Double Board Certified physician with over 20 years experience!

All of the interventional therapies being offered are minimally invasive, outpatient and exceptionally low risk. If you or a loved one is suffering from a painful condition such as sciatica, failed back surgery, whiplash, spinal stenosis, neuropathy – then Intelligent Pain Solutions can offer pain management specialist in Beverly Hills for help you get back to work, playing with the kids and change your life.

FAQs on Stem Cell Injections in Los Angeles & Beverly Hills

The human body is composed of billions of specialized cells, which form body structures like the brain, muscles, ligaments, tendons, bone, and skin. Each day, these cells go through a degenerative process, which is followed by a regenerative process. When old cells die, new cells are born. A stem cell injection involves the instillation of human stem cells into an injured body structure.

What happens when body tissues and structures are injured?

When an injury occurs, the degenerative process exceeds the regenerative process, as the structures become painful, weaker, and less functional.

Where are stem cells located?

Several types of stem cells promote musculoskeletal healing (bone, cartilage, ligament, and tendon). These cells are found in the bone marrow and are called mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). MSCs are the specialized cells used in stem cell injections.

How are stem cells obtained?

Modern techniques in today’s world allow the doctor to obtain the MSCs from bone marrow, and then, concentrate them in a laboratory process. The site of harvest is at the back of the hip (iliac bone). Once processed, the stem cells are injected into the injured tissues or body structure using advanced imaging guidance. The procedure is done in the doctor’s office.

The other way stem cells are obtained is from amniotic fluid. The fluid is obtained from women undergoing a scheduled C-section and then processed at an FDA regulated lab. Amniotic fluid contains an extensive amount of stem cells along with hyaluronic acid, growth factors and anti-inflammatory factors.

Dr. Graf at Intelligent Pain Solutions in Los Angeles treats all types of spine and joint conditions with stem cell therapy including arthritis, degenerative disc disease, ligament and tendon injury!

What risks and complications are associated with the stem cell injection procedure?

The risks of this minimally invasive procedure include infection, nerve damage, infection, and pain at the injection site. However, these complications rarely occur. Over twenty five pain therapies are available including stem cell therapy in Beverly Hills for the spine and ALL joints!

Back Pain Doctor Clinic In Los Angeles, CA

Intelligent Pain Solutions is a pain clinic in los angeles & beverly hills, CA treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. Relief is impressive for sciatica, back and neck pain, arthritis, spinal stenosis, neuropathy and migraines just to name a few.

Dr. Graf at IPS offers stem cell therapy for all types of musculoskeletal conditions. This includes degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis, sports injuries, chronic tendonitis, ligament injury, spinal arthritis, degenerative disc disease, back pain and additional painful conditions such as plantar fasciitis. Lives are changed at the Los Angeles pain clinic where over 25 treatment options are available. Therapies are customized for each patient.

Pain affects one third of the population, and may include neck or back pain, failed back surgery, whiplash or any number of causes. Experienced back pain doctor Los Angeles such as George Graf, MD, have the capacity to change lives by finding the root cause of why you are hurting.

These treatments are outpatient and very low risk. Options include bone marrow derived stem cells or amniotic derived treatments. Dr. Graf will discuss these cutting edge options with you to see if you are by chance a candidate!

Top Beverly Hills & Los Angeles  Pain Management Doctor George Graf, MD

Dr. Graf is a veteran pain management doctor in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles with over 20 years experience. He offers comprehensive treatments for his patients, which include options for both medication management and interventional procedures.

He has a considerable academic history, having been an Assistant Professor at both Yale and UCLA in the past. He has authored over a dozen book chapters and articles, while producing a considerable amount of research articles as well.

Dr. George Graf Education & Training

• BS, Government, Miami University, Oxford, OH

• MS, Zoology, Miami University, Oxford, OH

• MD, SUNY Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse, NY

• Internship, SUNY Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse, NY

• Residency, Internal Medicine, Montefiore Hospital, Albert Einstein School of Medicine, NY

• Residency, Anesthesiology, New York University Medical Center, NY, NY

Board Certified Back Pain Doctors In Beverly Hills & Los Angeles, CA

Back pain affects just about everyone at some time during life. Approximately 80% of adults report one or more episodes of back pain, which is a common cause of job-related disability. One recent survey found that more than one-fourth of adults had low back pain during the three months before responding to the questionnaire.

Who gets back pain?

Men and women are both affected by back pain, which can be mild and dull or severe and sharp. The National Institute of Health reports that low back pain is the most type of pain, affecting 27% of survey respondents, and neck pain affected around 15% of those surveyed.

Adults with back pain often have other physical and mental conditions. Adults reporting low back pain are three times more likely to report fair or poor health and more than four times as likely to suffer from a serious psychological disorder as people without low back pain.

What are the risk factors for back pain?

• Age – Back pain usually begins between the ages of 30 and 50 years, and is more common among older adults.

• Fitness – Back pain occurs in people who are not physically fit, as weak muscle cannot properly support the spine.

• Weight – Excessive weight can put stress and strain on the structures of the back, resulting in pain.

• Heredity – Certain back conditions that cause pain are inherited, such as ankylosing spondylitis.

• Occupation – Jobs that require heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, and twisting can lead to back pain. In addition, any • job that vibrates the spine can injure the structures of the back.

How is acute back pain different from chronic back pain?

Most patients with acute (short-term) back pain only suffer with discomfort for a few days or weeks. The pain usually resolves on its own or with minimal self-care measures. Acute back pain is defined as pain that lasts from 4-12 weeks. Chronic back pain is pain that persists for 12 weeks or more, even after the initial trauma, damage, or injury has been treated and resolved. Approximately 20% of people with acute back pain go on to develop the chronic form.