Disclaimer: “Outcomes will vary between individuals. No claims are being made with regenerative therapies. The FDA considers stem cell therapy experimental.”

Clarity Begins With Answers — Your Questions Matter

Whether you’re exploring regenerative therapy options for the first time or looking for deeper clarity before taking the next step, this FAQ page is designed for you. 

Clear Information Helps You Make Confident Decisions

Exploring stem cell and regenerative therapies naturally raises important questions. On this page, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions people ask.  Our goal is to support informed decision-making by offering transparent, educational information so you can better understand your options and determine what may be right for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stem cells are the body’s “master cells”: unspecialized cells that can create more stem cells (self-renew) and transform into various specialized cells (like blood, brain, or muscle cells) through differentiation, acting as the body’s repair system and building blocks for tissues and organs. They are crucial for growth, repair, and potentially treating diseases like paralysis or heart disease

Regenerative medicine is a field focused on supporting the body’s natural processes of maintenance and repair. It emphasizes biologic approaches that work in alignment with how the body functions, rather than replacing traditional medicine.

Regenerative therapies, including those involving stem cells, are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but they are FDA-regulated. We provide straight-forward education and access to carefully considered options. We do not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions.

We prioritize high standards for sourcing, handling, and clinical protocols. Quality, transparency, and responsible practices are foundational to how we approach regenerative care.

Stem cells are a central component of regenerative approaches because of their role in the body’s natural signaling and renewal processes. In regenerative care, they are explored as part of a broader, individualized strategy focused on supporting overall function and resilience.

No. Regenerative approaches are not a substitute for primary care or specialty medical treatment. 

Stem cells are pretty ubiquitous in the body, appearing in many different organs and tissues including the brain, blood, bone marrow, muscle, skin, heart, and liver tissues

The source of stem cells is critical to ensuring safety, ethics, and quality. NOVA Stem Cells is committed to utilizing ethically sourced and responsibly handled biologic materials.

Ethical Sourcing Standards

Ethical integrity is a core principle of our sourcing process. All biologic materials are obtained under strict guidelines, including:

  • Donations from healthy volunteers located in the United States.
  • Collection exclusively from C-section deliveries involving healthy mothers and babies.
  • Strict prohibition of abortion-related sourcing.
  • Mandatory informed consent
  • 300 question lifestyle interview questionnaire.
  • ISO Certified Laboratory tested for communicable diseases.
  • 3rd party tested and certified.
  • FDA regulated.

Umbilical Cord Sources

Umbilical cord tissue is highly regarded in research for its abundance of regenerative biologic components. Our primary sources include:

  1. Cord Blood: Collected non-invasively from the umbilical cord following healthy, full-term births without harm to the mother or child. It is rich in essential biologic signaling stem cell components.
  2. Wharton’s Jelly: A gelatinous substance within the umbilical cord known for containing mesenchymal stem cells and signaling factors.

Stem cells can develop different cell types, replace themselves and repair tissue. Researchers use stem cells to study diseases, develop therapies and test medications. Healthcare providers use stem cell therapy to treat diseases and conditions like blood cancer and broken bones.

Our process begins with an initial consultation to answer your questions and learn about your goals and medical history to determine if you are a potential candidate. The next step is an evaluation with our expert medical team to discuss your medical history and determine if one of our therapies could be a fit for you. Next, a specific therapeutic plan will be developed and fully explained to ensure you have the information to make the best decision for you. 

A consultation is designed to be informative and exploratory. It provides space to ask questions, understand available options, and determine whether further exploration aligns with your goals—without pressure or obligation.

Regenerative medicine is not appropriate for every individual or every goal. Determining whether it makes sense for you begins with education, transparency, and an understanding of personal circumstances and expectations.

We do not accept insurance. Our services are offered on a self-pay basis, allowing us to focus on personalized care, extended consultation time, and an elevated client experience.

Getting started begins with a conversation. Scheduling a consultation allows you to explore whether regenerative options may align with your goals and to decide next steps with clarity and confidence.