Russell Crowe is a legendary actor known for his physical and commanding performances. Unfortunately, the same zeal that made him a star is impacting his body as he gets older. In a recent interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan explained the benefits of stem cell therapy and how it could improve Crowe’s situation.
After years of playing sports and performing his own stunts, Russell Crowe lives with significant physical injuries. In an interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan suggests stem cell therapy as a solution. He cites its success in treating sports injuries like his own torn rotator cuff, highlighting promising treatments currently available at clinics like The Stem Cell Institute Panama.
Russell Crowe’s Physical Condition
Russell Crowe has endured numerous physical injuries throughout his career. They stem from both his athletic background and his commitment to performing his own stunts in films.
“You see, I’ve got no cartilage in my big toes,” he explained to Rogan in a recent interview. “No cartilage left because of all the sports I used to do—lateral movements in sports.”
In the filming of Gladiator alone, Crowe experienced:
- Loss of feeling in a forefinger for two years
- An aggravated Achilles tendon injury
- A broken foot bone
- A cracked hip bone
He also popped a few bicep tendons out of their sockets in the process.
Crowe is surprisingly nonchalant about his experiences on set, saying:
“But also, you know, sometimes things go wrong in a stunt and you’ve got to stop or you die.”
Having had such a physically active life and career has cemented Crowe’s authenticity as an actor and led to multiple iconic roles. On the other hand, they’ve also resulted in some serious physical challenges as he’s gotten older.
Joe Rogan’s Solution: Stem Cell Therapy
Joe Rogan is no stranger to injuries related to physical activity. He’s talked before with Action Bronson about needing treatment for a torn rotator cuff which stem cell therapy helped heal. Rogan has also interviewed Mel Gibson and Neil Riordan, PA and PhD— the founder of Stem Cell Institute. 
Mel Gibson has experienced first-hand the power of stem cell therapy in Panama, prompting him to bring Dr. Riordan onto the Joe Rogan Experience to talk about it.
As Rogan explains to Crowe, “Mel Gibson came in and talked about his experiences with that and his father. His father was in a wheelchair when he was 80*. Ten years later at 90, he was walking around, and this is after stem cells.”
*Mel Gibson’s father was actually 92 at the time he received stem cell treatment and lived to be 100.
This and his personal experience with stem cell treatment prompted Rogan to confidently tell Crowe:
“I guarantee stem cells will help with that. I’ve had tremendous success with stem cells.”
While studies so far haven’t produced concrete results for cartilage generation, he encourages Crowe by saying, “We’re real close to being able to regenerate all kinds of stuff, so you just have to hang in there.”
In the meantime, Rogan points out that stem cells have been effective at treating:
- Soft tissue injuries
- Tendon repair
- Neurological disorders
Rogan also notes that these treatments are especially effective in IV form like the proprietary allogeneic mesenchymal stem cells we offer, Golden Cells™, at Stem Cell Institute. According to Rogan, “Dr. Neil Riordan in Panama has had some great results.”
Joe Rogan’s encouragement for Russell Crowe is true for all people:
“I guarantee you that what stem cells can do is help heal what can heal in that area: reduce inflammation, give you more range of motion, and give you much more of a pain-free life.”
About Dr. Neil Riordan’s Golden Cells™
Golden Cells™ are human umbilical cord tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hUCT-MSCs) that offer promising potential for treating sports injuries. We use these specially selected stem cells at the Stem Cell Institute in Panama City, Panama, to produce the best results possible for our patients.
Benefits of Golden Cells™ for Sports Injuries
Golden Cells™ are known for their ability to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and stimulate growth. These properties make them well-suited for addressing various sports injuries, including:
- Achilles tendonitis
- Sprains and strains
- ACL/MCL tears
- Rotator cuff tears
- Tennis elbow
- Runner’s knee
A 2020 peer-reviewed article by S. Trebinjac and M. Gharairi concluded that mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) could be a good alternative treatment option for athletes with tendon and ligament injuries. The study confirmed clinical improvement and integrity of impaired tissues
Advantages of Golden Cells™
Golden Cells offer several advantages over other types of stem cells, including:
- Immune system compatibility
- Higher potency
- Safety
Immune system compatibility is thanks to Golden Cells’™ ability to go unrecognized as foreign cells, thereby greatly reducing any chance of rejection. After over 50,000 procedures spanning 15+ years, none of our patients have experienced an adverse event caused by rejection.
They also offer higher potency by proliferating and differentiating more efficiently than “older” cells, such as those found in fat tissue. Perhaps most importantly, we stand by their safety having administered them thousands of times with no adverse side effects.
The Treatment Process
At Stem Cell Institute, we use a carefully developed protocol for treating sports injuries with Golden Cells™. The treatment typically involves a medical evaluation, approval, and a customized treatment plan.
The administration of stem cells can vary from patient to patient. For example, it could look something like this:
- Treatment length (Monday – Thursday): 4 Days
- Physical examination and blood testing: Monday
- 3 intravenous infusions of human umbilical cord tissue-derived allogeneic mesenchymal stem cells: Tuesday – Thursday
- Intramuscular and Intra-articular injections as indicated
You’ll also receive follow-up care for up to one year of post-treatment.
Our Golden Cells™ have the potential benefit of promoting faster healing and potentially avoiding invasive surgery. This makes them an intriguing option for athletes and active individuals seeking to recover from sports-related injuries.
After years of intense sports and doing his own stunts, Russell Crowe now deals with major physical injuries. On the Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan recommended stem cell therapy as a potential solution, sharing its success in treating sports injuries like his own torn rotator cuff and highlighting promising treatments available today. Rogan specifically highlighted the good work being done via IV stem cell therapy, like what is offered at the Stem Cell Institute in Panama.
Stem Cell Institute in Panama City, Panama is at the forefront of applied stem cell research. Since our inception in 2008, we have performed over 50,000 procedures, helping thousands of families across the United States and worldwide embrace the opportunity for a better life. Our medical team prioritizes the health and well-being of all our patients through top-notch stem cell treatment and care.
