Herniated Disc & Spine Stem Cell Protocol
Targeted Evaluation Route for Spinal Degeneration & Disc Care
- Starting Price: $6,500 USD (Preliminary Planning Estimate)
- Location: Cali, Colombia
- Suggested Stay: 4 Days
- Administration: Image-Guided Targeted Delivery (Intradiscal / Targeted Paraspinal)
- Product & Dose: Umbilical Cord-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells (TRUSTEM BANK)
- Regulatory Status: Investigational Intervention
Important Medical Notice:
The targeted cellular protocol for herniated discs and spinal disc degeneration is an investigational pathway. It must not be presented as a cure, guaranteed structural disc height restoration, or an automatic substitute for emergency decompression surgery, spinal fusion, or microdiscectomy when clinically indicated.
Institutional Provider Details:
Legal Entity: STEM CELLS KYRON COLOMBIA SCKC
Facility Address: Calle 6 Oeste #24f-13, Cali, Colombia
Medical Director: Dr. Carlos Eduardo Rojas Martínez, MD (CEO)
Cell Processing Laboratory: TRUSTEM BANK
Clinical Patient Manager: Daniel Sanz
SCOPE OF SERVICE
(INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS)
Included in the Package
- Pre-travel MRI summary, X-ray, & spine history review
- On-site medical consultation & physical examination in Cali
- Protocol-defined baseline imaging & safety lab review
- Cellular product explanation & laboratory quality reports
- Image-guided delivery procedure & clinical monitoring
- Medical discharge summary for your home spine physician
- Structured remote follow-up at Weeks 4, 14, 36, and 52
Exclusions & Out-of-Pocket Expenses
- Flights, passports, visas, lodging, & daily meals
- Local transfers, travel insurance, & emergency evacuation
- Unscripted specialty consultations or extended hospital stays
- Physical therapy, weight management, or ongoing rehab programs
- Emergency room care or unscripted complication treatments
- Repeat procedures or unquoted protocol adjustments
- Caregiver expenses or personal travel companions
CLINICAL ELIGIBILITY & REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Potential Candidates for Evaluation:
Adults with symptomatic lumbar or cervical disc herniation and persistent radicular pain.
Documented failure of conservative management (physical therapy, analgesia, targeted injections).
Clear clinical-radiographic correlation between MRI findings and neurological physical examination.
Realistic functional expectations and commitment to post-procedure care.
Situations Requiring Additional Evaluation or Exclusion:
Progressive motor deficit, cauda equina syndrome, or loss of bowel/bladder control (requires urgent surgical decompression).
Active spinal infection, discitis, osteomyelitis, or epidural abscess.
Spinal cord compression with severe myelopathy or spinal instability requiring mechanical fixation.
Active malignancy or severe uncompensated systemic conditions.
Uncontrolled bleeding disorders or severe pregnancy/lactation contraindications.
Detailed spine history documenting pain onset, dermatomal distribution, numbness, or weakness.
Recent high-resolution Spine MRI reports and images (DICOM format preferred, less than 6 months old).
Standing spine X-rays (AP, Lateral, and Flexion/Extension views) when available.
Complete list of current pain medications, muscle relaxants, antiplatelets, and anticoagulants.
Contact details of your primary care doctor, neurosurgeon, or orthopedist.
PROTOCOL SPECS & 4-DAY TIMELINE
Cellular Product Specifications:
Cell Type: Umbilical Cord-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells (UC-MSCs).
Manufacturing Laboratory: TRUSTEM BANK.
Dose & Route: Dosage calculated per targeted spinal segment; image-guided delivery.
Quality Assurance: Certified post-thaw viability, sterility, endotoxin, and mycoplasma clearance reports.
4-Day Clinical Itinerary:
Pre-Travel (1 Week Prior): MRI review, neurological candidate pre-selection, and budget clearance.
Day 1 (Arrival in Cali): Physical and neurological examination, baseline tests, and protocol confirmation.
Day 2 (Procedure Day): Image-guided targeted procedure and clinical post-procedure monitoring.
Day 3 (Local Observation): Neurological stability check, mobility evaluation, and symptom tracking.
Day 4 (Travel Clearance): Final spine evaluation, medical discharge summary, and flight authorization.
Remote Follow-Up: Scheduled remote monitoring at Weeks 4, 14, 36, and 52.
POST-PROCEDURE RECOVERY & RISK DISCLOSURE
Post-Procedure Recovery Guidelines:
First 48 Hours: Rest, keep the procedure site dry, and avoid bending, lifting, or twisting movements.
First 2 Weeks: Maintain controlled light walking. Avoid heavy physical exertion, sitting for prolonged periods, or high-impact exercise.
General Risks and Possible Complications:
Temporary localized back/neck soreness, bruising, or transient radicular discomfort.
Transient low-grade fever or mild headache.
Rare risk of infection, nerve root irritation, or bleeding.
Absence of pain relief or need for eventual surgical intervention.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Can this stem cell protocol replace spinal surgery?
No. While it serves as an investigational conservative route, severe structural instability or progressive neurological emergencies still require conventional surgical evaluation.
2. What imaging do I need to send before traveling?
You must provide a recent high-quality Spine MRI (under 6 months old) along with written radiologist reports.
3. How are the stem cells administered for herniated discs?
They are delivered using precise image guidance directly toward the targeted spinal segment or surrounding tissues.
4. What is covered under the $6,500 USD starting price?
It includes pre-travel MRI review, specialist consultation in Cali, procedure fees, cell product, monitoring, and 12-month follow-up tracking.
PRE-DECISION CHECKLIST
- I understand that stem cell therapy for herniated discs is an investigational procedure.
- I have uploaded my recent Spine MRI and medical reports for clinical evaluation.
- I know the cell source (UC-MSCs), guidance method, and laboratory quality controls.
- I understand that emergency neurological symptoms require surgical care, not elective cell therapy.
- I have consulted with my home physician or spine specialist prior to traveling.
Upload your MRI summary and symptoms. Our medical team will evaluate your case for targeted spinal protocols.
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