UFC Coach Duane Ludwig’s Comeback with Stem Cell Therapy

As a world-renowned martial artist and 2x UFC Coach of the Year, Duane “Bang” Ludwig knows what it means to push the limits of the human body. But decades of training, competition, and impact had taken a serious toll on his knees. When the pain started interfering with his ability to stay active and coach at a high level, Duane began searching for a non-surgical solution.

That’s what led him to Kansas Regenerative Medicine Center.

Duane underwent adipose-derived stem cell therapy, a same-day outpatient procedure that uses a patient’s own fat-derived cells to help reduce inflammation and support healing. His treatment targeted his knee pain without the need for invasive surgery or extended downtime—allowing him to keep doing what he loves.

“Stem cell therapy gave me a second chance to stay in the game—and keep moving forward without being sidelined.”

Since the procedure, Duane has regained strength, flexibility, and confidence—proving that even elite athletes can benefit from regenerative medicine.

Want to Train or Compete Without Surgery Holding You Back?

Kansas Regenerative Medicine Center helps athletes, coaches, and active individuals get back to peak performance with non-surgical, stem cell-based treatments.

• Uses your body’s own fat-derived stem cells
• Minimally invasive, same-day procedure
• Clinics in Manhattan, KS and Kansas City, KS

Serving patients across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and the Midwest.

Call 844-320-4700 or fill out the Are You a Candidate form.