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Dalton, GA(706) 847-0826 Ringgold, GA(706) 956-1360 Cleveland, TN(423) 339-9581 Farragut, TN(865) 218-2100 Oak Ridge, TN(865) 685-0941

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Regenerative Medicine

Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC)

Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) is a regenerative medicine treatment that uses concentrated cells from your own bone marrow — including mesenchymal stem cells and growth factors — to promote tissue healing and regeneration in damaged joints, tendons, and other structures.

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Updated September 2026

Conditions Treated

Moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis, hip osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis (early stages), chronic tendon injuries, cartilage defects

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The treatment explained

How It Works

Bone marrow is harvested from the posterior iliac crest (hip bone) using a specialized needle under local anesthesia. The aspirate is processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the regenerative cells and growth factors, then injected into the damaged tissue under imaging guidance.

Conceptual illustration: Iliac crest cutaway with green-highlighted bone marrow

Treatment day

What to Expect

60-90 minute procedure. The bone marrow harvest involves brief pressure at the hip. The injection into the target area is similar to other image-guided injections. You may experience soreness at both the harvest and injection sites for several days.

Afterward

Recovery

Mild soreness at the harvest site for 1-3 days. Avoid strenuous activity for 2-4 weeks. Gradual return to full activity over 4-8 weeks.

Duration of Relief

Results develop over 3-6 months. Many patients experience sustained improvement lasting 1-2 years or longer.

BMAC involves two sites, not one. Marrow is harvested from the hip and injected at the target area over 60-90 minutes, with soreness at both sites for several days and strenuous activity avoided for 2-4 weeks. Whether it is an appropriate option depends on your diagnosis, so request an appointment to discuss it. Request an appointment

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Our regenerative medicine program is powered by Limitless Performance Medicine — advanced regenerative protocols delivered with interventional pain precision. Limitless is a separate practice founded and owned by Dr. Joshua Hare, IPC's Founder & Medical Director.

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Five clinics

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Our fellowship-trained physicians are accepting new patients at five clinics: Dalton, Ringgold, Cleveland, Farragut and Oak Ridge.