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Lipogems Knowledge
A mixing of minds as collaboration between human, equine and canine surgeons
further technological treatments
Lipogems Equine and Canine brought together a collaboration of minds from the veterinary and human surgical worlds. Here are three joint
based case studies – a soft tissue knee treatment by Professor Adrian Wilson, a case of Elbow Dysplasia in a dog by Lead Lipogems Canine
eterinary urgeon Alistair Cliff and finally a degenerative oint and soft tissue degeneration treatment by ead ipogems quine eterinary
Surgeon Dr Tim Watson.
Joint Work
Prof. Adrian Wilson MBBS, BSc (Hons),
FRCS, FRCS (Tr & Orth)
The Regenerative Clinic, London,
Hampshire and Windsor
“We can optimise healing and treat a wide
range of joint and spinal pain. Our state-
of-the-art procedures are overseen by our
team of leading orthopaedic surgeons and
specialists. As a group we are committed
to measuring outcomes and our growing
patient registry shows the effectiveness
of Lipogems treatment. We are pleased
to change so many patients’ quality of life
through this innovative treatment.”
Adrian is a highly specialised orthopaedic
surgeon, who has a global reputation for his
innovative approach to knee surgery. Adrian
specialises in all aspects of soft tissue and
reconstructive knee surgery including knee
realignment (osteotomy) surgery and has
pioneered techniques to improve treatment
for sports injuries to the knee.
The Regenerative Clinic team are experts
in providing treatments for orthopaedic
injuries, sport injuries, arthritis and other
degenerative conditions, including the
innovative treatment, Lipogems. Lipogems
has been used for over five years in over
25,000 patients globally with excellent
patient outcomes in moderate and severe
arthritis and for other common joint issues.
Address: Queen Anne Street Medical
Centre, 18-22, Queen Anne Street,
London, W1G 8HU
Tel: 0330 2233332
Email: info@theregenerativeclinic.co.uk
Website: www.profadrianwilson.co.uk
PhotographcourtesyofTheRegenerativeClinic
Human Case Study – Janet Ellis
History: Skiing was a treat for super-sporty project
manager Janet. Playing badminton twice a week and
loving their hobby of walking, Janet and her husband
were planning a coast-to-coast walk across the UK.
Then a freak fall on the slopes left her with a badly
damaged ACL (anterior cruciate ligament). She was
carried down the mountain and after an operation to
repair the damage she felt better for three or four years
afterwards. However, wanting to carry on with sport
meant that she had started to experience a catching
sensation when she exercised. She could no longer
go to the gym and was experiencing more and more
episodes of swelling and pain.
Results: Janet decided to have the Lipogems and
after only two weeks post-procedure Janet immediately
noticed a dramatic improvement in her knee. No pain and much improved mobility.
Several months down the line Janet had returned to the gym and the Badminton
Club. Her garden has also benefited from her increased mobility. The coast-to-coast
walk is now in the diary.
PhotographcourtesyofTheRegenerativeClinic
Janet Ellis received treatment
by Professor Adrian Wilson
Alistair Cliff BVM&S (Dist) CertAVP MRCVS
Crown Vets Referrals, Inverness
“Our Clinic takes a proactive approach to the use of
regenerative techniques in canine patients. We have used a
number of systems in recent years, none of which we have
found to be as effective as Lipogems. Typically, patients will
be suffering with moderate to severe osteoarthritis with a
poor response to oral medications and joint supplementation.
Lipogems has enabled us to regain control of many of
these cases, allowing them to return to a far more active,
comfortable lifestyle.
As well as the clinical effect, the system has some practical advantages over
alternative systems. The cells can be harvested and administered in one visit without
delay. We have found this ideal, as it reduces the number of anaesthetic procedures
in a patient who may well be more elderly. This is also helpful for us geographically, as
clients travel very large distances to our practice.”
Alistair is particularly enthusiastic about the arthroscopic treatment of canine elbow
disease, management of cranial cruciate ligament rupture and laparoscopic surgery.
Crown Vets Referrals provides advanced level veterinary services to the North of
Scotland and Western Isles. Crown Vets Referrals was established in 2014 to provide
advanced level veterinary services to the North of Scotland and Western Isles.
They aim to provide the best possible care for their patients and
currently offer services in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery,
dermatology, internal medicine and advanced imaging.
Address: 58 Argyle Street, Inverness, IV2 3BB
Tel: 01463 237000
Email: referrals@crownvetsreferrals.co.uk
Website: www.crownvetsreferrals.co.uk

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Knowledge Lipogems
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accredited veterinary surgeons contact
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Horse Case Study – Harley, 12-year-old medium goal polo pony
Injury: Early osteoarthritis in both front fetlocks and suspensory ligament branch desmitis
Treatment: 30 April 2016
Results: Harley was sound with less inflammation in the fetlock oint, on examination
11 days later there was less swelling and heat in both front fetlocks. Harley continued
to play a considerable number of games in the 2016 and 2017 polo season and is still
sound and playing medium goal polo.
Dog Case Study – Molly, eight-year-
old female Labrador retriever
History: Moderate arthritis in her
elbow joints secondary to a condition
known as Elbow Dysplasia. Molly was
struggling to cope with a medical
approach comprised of non-steroidal
anti-inflammatories A s and
Opioid medication (Tramadol).
Treatment: Lipogems were
administered into the joint using the
standard technique.
Results: Within seven days, Molly
was demonstrating a significant
improvement in comfort. Her lameness
had reduced considerably, and her
demeanour had improved due to better
control of her pain. At the four week,
three month and six month follow-
up appointments she continued to
improve, returning to a far more normal
exercise routine with less requirement
of oral pain medication. Feedback from
her owners was excellent.
PhotographcourtesyofLipogemsCanine
Feedback from her owners was excellent
Dr. Tim Watson BVM&S PhD MRCVS
Waterlane Equine Vets, Gloucestershire
“Lipogems is a step forward for us in treating
competitive sport horse injuries, whether they
are tendons, ligaments or joints, because it
allows us to rapidly treat them. It is a simple,
straightforward and relatively non-evasive
procedure that gives outstanding results.”
Lipogems Equine Lead Vet Director and
partner at Waterlane Vets in Gloucestershire
which is an ambulatory equine practice
covering Gloucestershire and North Wiltshire,
dealing with all types of horses and ponies,
with a special interest in lameness, back
problems and poor performance. Tim has also held the position
of Director of International Affairs at British Equestrian Federation
and Chaired the International Committee for British Show Jumping.
Waterlane Equine Vets was founded in 2013 by Dr. Tim Watson
and offers a full 24/7 ambulatory service with all the latest mobile
diagnostic equipment which deals with a variety of cases including
lameness, poor performance, a full range of stud work (including AI)
and specialist medicine cases.
Address: Waterlane Equine Vets, Fourways, Waterlane, Oakridge,
Gloucesterhire, GL6 7PH Tel: 07557 857930
Email: office waterlaneequinevets.co.uk
Website: www.waterlaneequinevets.co.uk
Harley’s fetlock joints before her treatment
Harley’s fetlock joints after her treatment
An X-ray of Harley’s fetlock joints 11 days after her
treatment
An X-ray of Harley’s fetlock joints before her treatment