Athletes Opt for Stem Cells (Biloine Young @ OTW)
The news that Peyton Manning went to Europe to receive stem cell therapy on his neck has thrust that treatment—still unapproved by the FDA—back into the medical spotlight. A report by Fox Sports relates that the Colts quarterback and four-time MVP asked for the stem cell therapy after two surgeries did not relieve the pain in his neck from a bulging disc.
The National Football League does not prohibit stem cell treatment “unless a banned substance is used as part of the procedure,” an NFL spokesperson said.
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