S3:E1 All the answers on stem cells for OA management

Stem cells are an evolving and promising option for osteoarthritis management in dogs and cats. In this podcast we talk to Dr Russell Chandler from Greenside Referrals in Scotland with all the questions you may have about stem cells. We start from the view of the vet in the consulting room with an arthritic pet in front of them. What do we say to clients, how do stem cells work, which cases are suitable. Listen to our discussion now and understand if stem cells are the right option for your patients. LinksGreenside Referralshttps://www.stemcellsscotland.co.uk/contact-usRussell’s bookhttps://5mbooks.com/product/regenerative-medicine-in-small-animal-musculoskeletal-conditionsAndrew Armitage’s paper on stem cellsEfficacy of autologous mesenchymal stromal cell treatment for chronic degenerative musculoskeletal conditions in dogs: A retrospective study.This represents the first study using “real-world” data to show that cell-based therapies, injected into multiple areas of musculoskeletal pathology in a targeted holistic approach, resulted in rapid and profound positive effects on the patient's pain state and quality of life which was maintained with repeat treatment for up to 2 years.https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2022.1014687/full