Stem Cell Therapy · Crestview, FL
Regenerative Stem Cell Therapy for Crestview, FL
Our team helps Crestview patients explore Wharton's Jelly stem cell therapy as a non-surgical option for joint and soft tissue problems.
Stem Cell Therapy for Crestview Patients
Crestview has grown quickly, from about 21,000 residents in 2010 to about 27,100 in 2020, with many young families settling in the area. When pain or injury gets in the way of daily life, our Fort Walton Beach clinic is about a 40-minute drive south.
Before you decide whether stem cell therapy is right for you, it helps to understand how the process works, where the cells come from, and what recovery looks like. Our team takes time to explain each step.
What to Know About Stem Cell Therapy
During treatment, our medical team injects the stem cells with ultrasound guidance directly into the area of pain and inflammation. The appointment is similar to a steroid or other joint injection, and there is zero downtime afterward.
Along with the injection, our team recommends a corrective care plan that may include physical rehab, off-loading knee braces, custom foot orthoses, physical medicine techniques, and vitamins designed to complement your results.
Conditions Stem Cell Therapy May Help
Our team has used stem cell therapy for:
- Knee problems like a torn meniscus or degenerative joint changes
- Spine issues and chronic neck or back degeneration
- Ligament tears
- Hip or shoulder injuries
- Osteoarthritis and joint pain
Stem cell therapy is not a guaranteed fix, and results vary from person to person. We will talk openly about realistic expectations before you decide.
Many people from Crestview put off care because they hope the problem will go away on its own. If it keeps returning, an evaluation is worth it.
How Care Starts for Crestview Patients
From the first phone call to your follow-up visits, here is what stem cell therapy at our clinic usually involves:
Schedule by phone at (850) 226-6728 or online. New patient forms are available on our website so check-in goes quickly.
A thorough exam with orthopedic and strength testing, medically necessary X-rays if needed, and an honest talk about your goals for treatment.
We review your history and imaging to see whether stem cell therapy is appropriate, explain the process, and plan the corrective care that supports it.
Your team reviews progress at follow-up visits and changes the plan when needed, so each visit moves you toward your goals.
If something is not helping, we change course. Our providers work closely together and keep looking for options that fit you.
Serving Crestview and the Surrounding Area
Crestview residents who want to stay active without rushing into surgery often look for non-surgical options for their joints and soft tissues. Our clinic in Fort Walton Beach is about 27 miles south.
The drive from Crestview is roughly 27 miles. Follow SR 85 south through the Eglin range toward Niceville and Shalimar, then into Fort Walton Beach to our office at 24 Beal Pkwy. Most patients make the trip in about 40 minutes.
Patients from the Crestview area, including those living along the SR 85 corridor toward Eglin Air Force Base, use the same straightforward route south.
Why Crestview Patients Choose White Sands
Here is what you can count on when you come to us from Crestview:
- Flexible payment programs for patients with little or no coverage
- Ultrasound-guided injections into the area of pain
- Screened Wharton's Jelly tissue from donated umbilical cords
- Most insurance plans accepted, including Medicare
Our team includes Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., a licensed chiropractic physician and board certified acupuncturist, and Lisa Haik, APRN, FNP-BC, a board certified family nurse practitioner with more than 25 years of experience in health care.
The last thing we want is for you to come to us in crisis. Addressing a problem early is usually easier than trying to recover later.
Stem Cell Therapy FAQs for Crestview Patients
How long is the drive from Crestview to your office?
Crestview is about 27 miles from our clinic, roughly a 40-minute drive. Take SR 85 south across the Eglin reservation into Fort Walton Beach, then follow Beal Parkway to 24 Beal Pkwy.
Is there downtime after a stem cell injection?
There is zero downtime after the procedure. Your provider will let you know about any activity guidance, and corrective care such as rehab usually begins as part of your plan.
What should I wear for my first visit?
Wear loose clothing that gives easy access to the treatment area, such as shorts for knee injections or a tank top for shoulder injections. Since the drive from Crestview takes about 40 minutes, comfortable clothes that are easy to sit in for the ride are a good idea.
How many visits will I need?
The injection itself is a single appointment with zero downtime. Follow-up visits for corrective care, such as physical rehab or bracing, are scheduled to support healing, which usually unfolds over a few weeks to a couple of months. Because of the distance from Crestview, we try to group parts of your care into the same visit when it is appropriate.
How soon will I notice a difference?
Most patients start to see improvement within a few weeks to a couple of months, and some feel relief within the first week. Healing takes time, so results build gradually and vary between patients.
What payment options do you offer?
Our office participates in most insurance programs, including Medicare, and we also accept auto accident, workers' compensation, and personal injury cases. Because coverage varies widely, our staff will verify and explain your benefits before treatment, at no charge. Coverage for some treatments differs from plan to plan, so we will go over your options before you decide.
Ready to Start Stem Cell Therapy in Crestview?
Request an appointment online or call (850) 226-6728, and our team will help you find a time that works around your schedule in Crestview.
Driving From Crestview
White Sands Integrative Medical is located at 24 Beal Pkwy in Fort Walton Beach, about 40 minutes from Crestview. Use the map for turn-by-turn directions.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
| Monday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 – 2:00 pm |
| Sat & Sun | Closed |