Reduce Pain and Improve Spinal Health Without Surgery

Living with spine pain—from your neck to lower back—can make daily activities like standing, sitting, or walking difficult and exhausting. Many people worry that surgery is the only way to resolve pain caused by torn, herniated, or bulging discs, spinal stenosis, SI joint issues, osteoarthritis, and other spine conditions. However, there are less invasive options that help address the issues without the risks of surgery.

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Why Choose Regenexx?

The Regenexx approach uses your body’s natural healing abilities to help treat damage to bones, discs, muscles, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments in your spine, from your neck to your low back.

  • Reduce pain and improve function without surgery.
  • Limit the need for prescription medications, frequent office visits, or invasive surgical techniques.
  • Minimize downtime from work and activities.
  • Concentrations of your own cells are customized for your specific type of spine condition or injury.
  • Procedures are performed by board-certified physicians.

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*DISCLAIMER: Like all medical procedures, Regenexx® Procedures have a success and failure rate. Patient reviews and testimonials on this site should not be interpreted as a statement on the effectiveness of our treatments for anyone else.

Conventional Treatments May Offer Temporary Relief, Not a Long-Term Solution

For spine pain issues, such as those in the neck, middle spine, or low back, common treatments like physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and corticosteroid injections may offer temporary relief by reducing pain and inflammation. Unfortunately, these approaches often do not address the root causes of the pain, which means pain may persist or even worsen over time if underlying joint or disc issues remain untreated.

When conservative care or common treatments no longer offer enough relief, surgery is often suggested. However, spine surgery involves significant risks, including infection, nerve damage, and a lengthy recovery period. Some patients may experience only partial relief, while others may face limited mobility or develop new issues in their neck or back after surgery.

Fortunately, there are alternative treatments that reduce the need for surgery.

Spine Procedure Outcomes

Our patient registry contains real-world data that helps us monitor results and continuously improve patient care. Review our outcomes database to see how many procedures we’re currently tracking and what patients are reporting about their results.

Industry-Leading Musculoskeletal Specialists – Focused on Results

Regenexx patients benefit from the expertise of a board-certified physician who handles both their evaluation and their Regenexx procedure. Patients receive a treatment plan customized to their specific condition or injury needs. Regenexx non-surgical procedures are informed by research, utilize leading biotechnology, and are supported by over 19 years of patient results. These injection-based procedures require less downtime compared to surgery. Regenexx patients return to normal daily activities as tolerated. Most resume light activities and work after 5 to 7 days and return to sports at 6 to 8 weeks.

Doctors

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A physiatrist with vast experience in sports medicine and geriatric medicine, Dr. Dade approaches his patients’ pain by evaluating the whole person, not just the source of pain.

Understanding and respecting the symbiotic relationship between all systems within the human body is central to his all-inclusive approach to care and is integral to reducing pain. He is able to diagnose a variety of musculoskeletal conditions with precision and then develops comprehensive treatment plans.

In addition to being adept at conventional interventional techniques, Dr. Dade is highly skilled in regenerative medicine including: prolotherapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and bone marrow concentrate.

A respected leader in his field, Dr. Dade had been recognized by his peers as one of Washingtonian magazine’s Top Doctors. He is a past recipient of the Congressional National Leadership Award for achievements in the medical community.

Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

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Board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Friedlis is one of few physicians in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area trained to perform platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments and is one of the first doctors in the area to use bone marrow concentrate for the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.

His innovation and expertise has established Dr. Friedlis as the foremost practitioner of regenerative procedures for musculoskeletal injuries in the Washington, DC, area. Nationally recognized as an expert in pain, he is a frequent speaker at national conferences on regenerative treatments.

As an advocate for global stewardship, Dr. Friedlis has coordinated several medical mission trips to Central Mexico that were sponsored by the American Association of Orthopedic Medicine and provided much-needed pain management services to poor, rural communities. He also served as program director for a new medical outreach program that brought then-nonexistent pain management services to Lima, Peru.

Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

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A native of Northern Virginia, Dr. Wagner returned to the area after completing his medical training throughout the state of Virginia. He believes that finding the definitive source of pain is critical to long-term recovery.

He combines his years of clinical experience and skills in advanced, non-surgical techniques with the latest medical technology with the goal of improved function and reduced pain for each patient and has helped countless patients resolve complex pain issues and return to healthy lives.

Dr. Wagner specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries of the spine, joints, tendons, nerves and ligaments by utilizing injection techniques. He is well-respected within his field and has lectured and mentored clinicians nationally on these innovative techniques and their application for treating chronic pain conditions.

He is frequently asked to share his expertise through speaking and instructional venues, including as a featured WebMD lecturer for low back pain. Dr. Wagner received the Physician’s Recognition Award from the American Medical Association for his commitment to continuing medical education.

Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

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Throughout his regenerative medicine career, Dr. Newton has had the opportunity to treat patients of all activity levels, from all over the world. He looks forward to helping each patient by providing an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.

As a sports medicine fellow in Cincinnati, Dr. Newton was able to evaluate and treat professional and elite level athletes, including athletes at Division I and III colleges and multiple high schools.

Now, double board-certified in sports and family medicine, Dr. Newton’s professional passion includes regenerative medicine and interventional orthopedics. He holds additional training certificates in musculoskeletal ultrasound and fluoroscopy.

Areas treated: Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Shoulder

Clinic Locations

StemCell ARTS - Chevy Chase

5550 Friendship Blvd.
Suite 450
Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Phone: 301-215-4154

Hours:

  • Sat-Sun: Closed
  • Mon-Fri: 9AM–5PM

StemCell ARTS - McLean

1750 Tysons Blvd.
Suite 120
McLean, VA 22102

Phone: 703-738-4381

Hours:

  • Sat-Sun: Closed
  • Mon-Fri: 8AM–4PM
  • Wrist
  • Hand
  • Elbow
  • Shoulder
  • Neck
  • Middle Back
  • Low Back
  • Hip
  • Knee
  • Ankle
  • Foot

Commonly Treated Orthopedic Conditions

Regenexx procedures may help you avoid orthopedic surgeries, reduce pain, and improve joint function. Regenexx highly-skilled physicians treat a variety of orthopedic issues.

Select a body area in the adjacent image to see their common conditions.

Commonly Treated Orthopedic Conditions

Regenexx procedures may help you avoid orthopedic surgeries, reduce pain, and improve joint function. Regenexx highly-skilled physicians treat a variety of orthopedic issues.

Select a body area in the adjacent image to see their common conditions.

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