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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby
There is no evidence that these treatments will regenerate tissue. They aren't "FDA approved". They're approved for study. That's why insurance doesn't cover it. The treatments are said to be temporary, between 3-6 months depending on the treatment, and costs anywhere between $500 and $10,000 depending on the treatment.
Cartilage repair and restoration has, however, offered actual restoration success in over 80% of the patients. One of these types of treatments is prescribed, and costs between $10,000 and $14,000. More are coming, and will be approximately 40,000 once approved by the FDA for use.
The Future of Joint Repair |
Great link, important to note that most of these therapies are for early onset arthritis, not bone on bone issues. MACI is what I would trust, but $40,000 is quite a steep pocketbook endeavour!!!