Stem Cell Therapy for Tendon Healing in Seoul

Nanoori Stem Cell Center, Gangnam

Stubborn tendon pain limits lifting, running, and daily tasks. At Nanoori Stem Cell Center in Gangnam, our orthopedic team provides stem cell–assisted tendon healing with image-guided precision and a phased loading plan to relieve pain, restore strength, and prevent re-injury.

Who This Is For

  • Chronic tendinopathy (Achilles, patellar, gluteal/hip abductor, hamstring, rotator cuff, elbow flexor/extensor)
  • Partial-thickness tendon tears not responding to conservative care
  • Post-injury patients needing a biologic boost to resume training/work
  • Individuals seeking to avoid or delay surgery where appropriate

What We Do (Case-By-Case)

  • Autologous cell concentrates (bone-marrow– or adipose-derived), same-day sterile processing
  • Biologic adjuncts (e.g., PRP/PRF) when indicated for micro-environment support
  • Image-guided injections (ultrasound ± fluoroscopy) into the diseased tendon zone/enthesis
  • Load-smart rehab synchronized with tissue biology, not just the calendar

How Treatment Works

  1. Orthopedic Evaluation & Imaging
    Focused exam + ultrasound/MRI to confirm degenerative zones or partial tears and exclude ruptures.
  2. Harvest → Processing → Targeted Injection
    Local anesthesia or light sedation; precision delivery to the lesion.
  3. Rehab & Strength Progression
    Phased protocol:         isometrics → eccentrics → heavy-slow resistance → plyometrics/return-to-sport, with form checks and footwear/ergonomics review.
  4. Follow-Up & Prevention
    Reload testing, tendon hygiene (sleep, stress, nutrition), and graded return blocks.

Expected Timeline (Typical)

  • Weeks 0–2: Post-procedure soreness settles; pain-free ROM & isometrics
  • Weeks 3–6: Progressive eccentrics; daily function improves
  • Months 2–4: Strength and tendon capacity return; sport/work re-entry
  • 6+ months: Peak performance and recurrence prevention with ongoing conditioning
    Timelines vary by tendon, lesion size, and compliance.

Advantages vs. Conventional Care

  • Targets the degenerative tendon matrix (healing focus, not just pain masking)
  • Ultrasound-guided accuracy in a hospital workflow
  • Integrates rehab, biomechanics, and load management for durable results
  • May reduce need for surgery in suitable partial tears

Safety & Considerations

  • Temporary soreness/bruising at harvest or injection sites is common
  • Not indicated for complete ruptures requiring surgical repair
  • Outcomes depend on biomechanics, training load, and adherence to rehab
  • All procedures are doctor-supervised in a hospital environment

What to Bring

  • Recent ultrasound/MRI, prior therapy/injection records, footwear/orthotics
  • Activity demands (work/sport) and upcoming deadlines or travel dates
  • Medication/supplement list

FAQ

How many sessions are needed?
Many patients do well with one procedure plus structured loading; chronic or multi-site issues may need staged care.

When can I train?
You’ll start what’s safe immediately (isometrics, contralateral training). Higher loads and impact are phased in under guidance.

Will this fix tendinitis quickly?
Tendons remodel gradually. Expect steady progress over weeks to months with consistent rehab.

Practical Info (International Patients)

  • Center: Nanoori Stem Cell Center (Gangnam, Seoul)
  • Language: English-friendly coordination
  • Next Step: Book a tendon consult + imaging review for personalized planning


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