Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC)
Advanced Regenerative Orthopedic Care
Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate, or BMAC, is a regenerative treatment prepared using bone marrow collected from the patient and processed into a concentrated preparation for targeted injection.
At Spencer Orthopedics, BMAC is considered within an individualized orthopedic plan after evaluating your diagnosis, imaging, symptoms, activity level, previous treatments, and goals.
Schedule a BMAC ConsultationWhat Is BMAC?
Bone marrow contains cells and biologic components involved in the body's natural repair processes.
During a BMAC procedure, bone marrow is collected from the patient and processed to produce a concentrated preparation that can then be delivered to the targeted orthopedic treatment area.
Conditions That May Be Evaluated for BMAC
BMAC may be considered for selected patients with:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint conditions
- Persistent joint pain
- Tendon conditions
- Ligament injuries
- Sports-related injuries
- Other selected musculoskeletal conditions
Treatment recommendations depend on your diagnosis and individual clinical evaluation.
Common Treatment Areas
BMAC may be evaluated for selected conditions involving:
- Shoulder
- Hip
- Knee
- Ankle
- Other joints
- Tendons
- Ligaments
What to Expect
Orthopedic Evaluation
Your provider reviews your diagnosis, imaging, previous treatments, and treatment goals.
Bone Marrow Collection
Bone marrow is collected from the patient, typically drawn from the pelvis.
Preparation
The collected bone marrow is processed into Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate.
Targeted Treatment
The BMAC preparation is injected into the selected treatment area.
Follow-Up
Your individualized plan may also include rehabilitation, activity modification, or additional orthopedic treatments.
PRP vs. BMAC
PRP and BMAC are both regenerative treatment options, but they come from different sources.
- PRP is prepared from your blood.
- BMAC is prepared from your bone marrow.
The best option depends on your diagnosis, clinical findings, previous treatments, and individual goals.
Learn More About PRPBMAC as Part of Comprehensive Orthopedic Care
Depending on your condition, BMAC may be combined with other components of your musculoskeletal care, including:
- Physical Therapy
- Chiropractic care
- Activity modification
- Bracing
- Other injection treatments
- Surgical evaluation when necessary
Is BMAC Right for You?
Regenerative treatment is not appropriate for every orthopedic condition. A consultation with the Spencer Orthopedics team can help determine whether BMAC, PRP, another non-surgical approach, or surgical treatment may be appropriate.
Request a BMAC EvaluationBMAC FAQs
No. PRP is prepared from your blood, while BMAC is prepared from bone marrow.
BMAC is a procedure involving bone marrow collection and a targeted injection. Your provider can explain the procedure and recovery expectations during your consultation.
When appropriate, Physical Therapy may be incorporated into your treatment plan to support movement, strength, and function.
