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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 1, 2010
ADVANCED ANIMAL STEM CELL TECHNOLOGY LAUNCHES IN U.S. AND CANADA
MediVet-America introduces affordable “in-clinic” Adipose Stem Cell Procedure Kits for veterinarians
NEW YORK―MediVet-America today announced a major scientific advancement in animal stem cell regenerative therapy for pets and other animals suffering from osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, ligament and cartilage injuries, and many forms of other degenerative diseases.
For the first time, when using MediVet-America’s new, drug-free Adipose Stem Cell Procedure Kit, veterinary practitioners can perform this autologous procedure entirely in their own clinics more quickly, effectively and economically compared to first generation animal stem cell therapy. The new treatment is being launched in the United States and Canada, where a total of $68 billion is spent annually on pet care.
Stem cell therapy can lengthen and rejuvenate the quality of life for dogs, cats and horses experiencing arthritis, lameness, pain and a restricted range of motion. Previously, veterinarians were limited to prescribing anti-inflammatory medicine or performing expensive surgery such as hip replacements and other invasive procedures.
“This new technology marks a significant milestone in regenerative veterinary medicine,” said MediVet-America spokesman Dr. Mike Hutchinson, D.V.M., a leading practitioner in stem cell therapy who has performed more than 75 Adipose Stem Cell treatments on dogs and cats. “My independent research verifying MediVet’s superior results in stem cell count and activation has made me a staunch believer, and I’m excited to share this news with my colleagues.
“We are now able to bring the results of hundreds of millions of dollars of research directly into clinics for our companion animal patients,” Hutchinson said. “I believe adult stem cells and MediVet’s new application signifies the biggest breakthrough in veterinary medicine I have seen since entering the field 24 years ago.
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“This cutting-edge technology is highly important to vet practitioners, because we’ve discovered that 65 percent of animals may benefit from stem cell regenerative therapy.”
How the technology works
Stem cells harvested from the animal’s own fatty tissue are administered to accelerate the healing of muscles and joints damaged by injury, disease or degeneration. Following years of research, MediVet-America’s clinical trial results show enhanced stem cell repair using an advanced, patented L.E.D. technology that activates millions of dormant cells already present in an animal’s own fat tissue.
MediVet-America’s kit and equipment enable veterinarians to remove a small sample of fat, separate stem cells from the fat, then activate and inject the cells into the affected area.
This unique in-clinic treatment is completed same day—within hours of fat collection—instead of using the old method of shipping samples to an outside laboratory for stem cell extraction and waiting days for the cells to be returned to the vet for injection. MediVet-America’s process delivers higher stem cell counts and a more effective treatment, while sharply reducing costs.
“Now veterinarians can fully perform stem cell therapy in their own practice, achieving up to four times the stem cell count of earlier procedures,” said Jeremy Delk, managing director of MediVet-America. “It’s also a great opportunity to grow a practice while doing what many veterinarians signed on for; to help people’s pets lead longer, better lives.”
Stem cell therapy for pets and other animals, such as those in the competitive performance equine market, first became commercially available in the U.S. in 2003, but with expensive treatments, the procedure has been unaffordable for many. MediVet-America’s Adipose Stem Cell Procedure will be available to the pet owner now 1/3 the current cost, and can be performed by the Veterinarian with a trained technician in only a couple hours, making this a same day procedure.
Veterinarians will be able to obtain the kits conveniently through a network of U.S. and Canadian distributors. For details, go to www.MediVet-America.com and www.MediVetCanada.com
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Numerous case studies include “Sophie,” an 11-year old border collie suffering from severe osteoarthritis in her hips, knee joints and elbows. Sophie had difficulty walking, trotting, and getting in and out of the car. Drugs provided only minor relief. Just one month after the MediVet stem cell treatment, Sophie can run, jump and enjoy life. Her owner said, “I have my old dog back again!”
ABOUT MEDIVET PTY LTD AND MEDIVET-AMERICA
A global leader in veterinary science, MediVet Pty Ltd provides innovative, drug-free products for the health and well- being of animals. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with locations in the United States, Canada, Great Britain and other countries, MediVet develops advanced stem cell treatments and leads the way in providing all-natural veterinary products designed to maximize animal health, performance and recovery. MediVet-America’s new Adipose Stem Cell Procedure Kit marks a major scientific advancement in animal stem cell regenerative therapy that offers a highly effective, economical solution for owners of pets suffering from osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, ligament and cartilage injuries, and many forms of other degenerative diseases. www.MediVet-America.com www.MediVetCanada.com
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