Stem Cell Therapy for Back Pain in Orlando: A Physician-Led Guide

THIS NOTICE MUST BE PROVIDED TO YOU UNDER FLORIDA LAW.

This physician performs one or more stem cell therapies that have not yet been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

You are encouraged to consult with your primary care provider before undergoing any stem cell therapy.

Medically reviewed by Kenny Chantasi, DO — Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Pain Medicine · Last updated July 19, 2026

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people stop doing what they love — and one of the most frustrating to treat.

If pills, rest, and physical therapy have only gone so far, and surgery feels like a big leap, you may be researching stem cell therapy for back pain in Orlando.

At PrimeCellMed, we take a physician-led, cause-first approach: we figure out what is driving your pain before we talk about how regenerative options might help.

How regenerative therapy is used for back pain

“Stem cell therapy” for the back refers to regenerative procedures aimed at supporting the body's repair processes in painful spinal structures — often related to degenerative disc changes, facet joints, or certain soft-tissue issues.

The goal is to reduce pain and improve function so you can move more freely.

It is not a way to grow a new spine, and it is not right for every cause of back pain — which is exactly why evaluation comes first.

Stem cell therapy and Florida law

Many Floridians are surprised to learn that in 2025, Florida enacted a law expressly allowing licensed physicians (MD/DO) to offer non-FDA-approved stem cell therapies for orthopedic conditions, wound care, and pain management.

Back and spine care fall within orthopedic and pain-management treatment, so Florida patients have a physician-administered option many other states don't offer.

We follow the law's patient protections: stem cells sourced from FDA-registered, accredited facilities, a signed informed-consent that covers the procedure's nature, its lack of FDA approval, expected results, risks, benefits, and alternatives (including declining the procedure), and the required Florida notice above.

Regenerative care, done inside a clear framework.

What the evidence — and the FDA — say

Being straight with you matters. Although Florida permits these therapies for the categories above, they are not FDA-approved, and the FDA maintains a consumer alert on regenerative medicine products.

The research on regenerative options for back pain is encouraging in some areas and still developing in others.

A responsible clinic tells you where the science is strong, where it is early, and what a realistic result looks like for your back. For neutral background on low back pain, the NIH / NIAMS patient resources are a good starting point.

Am I a candidate?

Good candidates are often people with chronic, mechanical or degenerative back pain who want to explore non-surgical options — but candidacy is individual and depends on your diagnosis and imaging.

Some people are better served by physical therapy, targeted injections, or, in specific situations, a surgical referral.

We would rather guide you to the right treatment than sell you one that won't help.

Why PrimeCellMed

Our practice pairs regenerative options with a rehabilitation-minded evaluation of what is actually driving your pain. When appropriate, we coordinate across our pain care, regenerative pain management, and back & neck pain services — physician judgment first, always.

Frequently asked questions

Will stem cell therapy make my back pain go away for good?

No. Regenerative options aim to reduce pain and improve function; results vary and not everyone is a candidate.

Is stem cell therapy for back pain legal in Florida?

Yes — a 2025 Florida law permits licensed physicians to offer non-FDA-approved stem cell therapies for orthopedic and pain-management conditions, with informed consent and accredited sourcing.

Will it help a herniated disc?

It depends entirely on your diagnosis and imaging. Some disc-related pain may be a fit; some is better addressed other ways. An evaluation is the only way to know.

Is it FDA-approved?

No. These therapies are permitted under Florida law but are not FDA-approved. We discuss this openly at your visit.

Talk to a physician in Orlando

Get an honest, physician-led assessment of your back-pain options — regenerative or otherwise.

PrimeCellMed
2295 S Hiawassee Road, Ste 103, Orlando, FL 32835 (MetroWest · Veranda Park)
Monday–Friday, 10 AM–6 PM · Request a back-pain evaluation at primecellmed.com

Related reading: Back & Neck Pain · Regenerative Pain Management · Joint Pain

References

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023). Consumer alert on regenerative medicine products. FDA Consumer Updates

National Library of Medicine. (2024). Back pain. MedlinePlus, National Institutes of Health. MedlinePlus: Back Pain (NIH)

Florida Senate. (2025). Senate Bill 1768: Stem cell therapy. https://www.flsenate.gov

Medical disclaimer: This article is for general educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Stem cell therapies for orthopedic and pain-management use are permitted under Florida law but are not FDA-approved; individual results and candidacy vary, and nothing here is a promise of any particular outcome. The Florida notice above is provided as required by law.

Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any treatment.

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PrimeCell is a physician-led practice in Orlando. Candidacy for any procedure is determined at an in-person evaluation.