"My husband is back!" - Michael Keels' story.

For Michael Keel, years of hard labor took a devastating toll on his body. The relentless wear and tear left him with severe joint pain in more than 30 joints, including his neck, back, elbows, wrists, thumbs, knees, and feet. The pain became so overwhelming that he was forced to quit working, file for bankruptcy, and struggle just to get through daily life. Even spending time with his family—something he once cherished—became difficult. When he did try to participate in family activities, the pain made him irritable and exhausted, robbing him of the joy he once had.

Desperate for a solution, Michael turned to Kansas Regenerative Medicine Center (KRMC) for stem cell therapy, hoping it could give him his life back. He and his family believed in this treatment so much that they held fundraisers to cover half the cost and financed the rest—because they knew it was the only option that could help him heal without invasive surgeries and long-term reliance on pain medications.

The first signs of improvement came one to two months after treatment, when Michael noticed the feeling returning to his hands—a moment that gave him hope. Soon after, he began experiencing relief in his hips and knees, allowing him to move more freely. Over time, his mobility improved to the point where he could return to work and keep up with his family, including his child with special needs. The difference was life-changing—not just for Michael, but for his loved ones who had watched him struggle for so long.

Michael’s story is a powerful testament to the life-restoring potential of stem cell therapy. What once felt impossible—working, playing with his kids, and living without constant pain—is now his reality. For those facing chronic pain and joint damage, his journey is proof that there are alternatives beyond surgery, and that healing is possible with the right treatment.