What are Exosomes?
Everything you wanted to know about Exosomes.
According to the National Institutes of Health: Exosomes are extracellular vesicles generated by all cells and they carry nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and metabolites. They are mediators of near and long-distance intercellular communication in health and disease and affect various aspects of cell biology.
The biology of exosomes in disease is still emerging, and the number of studies addressing their utility in the diagnosis and treatment of various pathologies has increased substantially. MSC-derived exosomes have been proposed to be therapeutic by themselves.
Exosome Treatments at Cunningham Clinic
Exosome treatments at Cunningham Clinic harness the power of mesenchymal stem cell exosomes—tiny messengers that signal your cells to repair and renew themselves from the inside out. If you're noticing fine lines, dull or tired-looking skin, thinning hair, or lingering inflammation, this advanced therapy works at the cellular level to encourage rejuvenation and a healthier, more vibrant you. Our highly certified medical professionals stay at the forefront of healthcare advances, pairing this cutting-edge science with a personalized, conservative approach that delivers natural-looking results without overdoing it. You're never just another appointment here—we take the time to understand your goals and build a plan that fits your unique needs. Ready to see what exosome therapy can do for you? Book your consultation at Cunningham Clinic today.
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How Does Cunningham Clinic Use Exosomes?
Exosome Joint Injections: Injecting into joints to target inflammation and promote cartilage repair for chronic pain relief and potential regeneration. Minimally invasive compared to surgery, potentially offering long-lasting pain relief and improved joint function.
Morpheus8 and Microneedling treatments: Unleash the ultimate skin rejuvenation trifecta: Combine exosomes, Morpheus8, and microneedling for enhanced wrinkle reduction, tighter skin, smoother texture, and potentially faster healing. Exosomes deliver growth factors, Morpheus8 sculpts with RF energy, and microneedling boosts collagen production – together, they unlock a radiant new chapter for your skin.
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Thicker Hair, Renewed Confidence
Where does Morpheus8 affect?
Exosome Hair Restoration: Inject these rich growth factors into the scalp to stimulate hair follicles and potentially combat hair loss.
Promote thicker, healthier hair: Aims to increase hair growth, improve hair density, and potentially reverse balding for a fuller, more youthful appearance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Exosomes are extracellular vesicles produced by all cells in the body. According to the National Institutes of Health, they carry nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and metabolites and act as mediators of near and long-distance intercellular communication — influencing how cells behave in both healthy and diseased states.
Think of exosomes as the body's internal messaging system. When derived from mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), they carry particularly potent regenerative signals that can support tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and stimulate cellular renewal — making them a compelling tool in regenerative medicine.
Cunningham Clinic administers MSC-derived exosome injections directly into affected joints to target inflammation and promote cartilage repair. This minimally invasive procedure offers a non-surgical alternative for patients seeking chronic pain relief and improved joint function, without the downtime associated with traditional surgical intervention.
Key benefits of exosome joint injections at Cunningham Clinic include:
- Targeted inflammation reduction at the joint level
- Cartilage repair support through regenerative intercellular signaling
- Minimally invasive delivery — no surgery or lengthy recovery required
To book a joint injection consultation, contact Cunningham Clinic at 720-650-4660 or visit our Denver location at 695 S Colorado Blvd, Suite 160.
Combining exosomes with Morpheus8 radiofrequency energy and microneedling creates a three-pronged skin rejuvenation treatment that outperforms any single modality. Each component plays a distinct and complementary role: microneedling creates microchannels that allow exosomes to penetrate deeper into the skin, Morpheus8 remodels tissue with RF energy, and exosomes flood the treatment area with growth factors that accelerate healing and collagen production.
Together, this combination delivers:
- Enhanced wrinkle reduction and skin tightening
- Smoother skin texture through increased collagen synthesis
- Potentially faster post-treatment healing driven by exosome-delivered regenerative signals
This trifecta approach is available at Cunningham Clinic in Denver — schedule your Morpheus8 consultation online at cunninghamclinic.com.
Exosome hair restoration at Cunningham Clinic works by injecting Kiara exosomes — a next-generation conditioned medium derived from placental mesenchymal stem cells by Kimera Labs — into affected areas of the scalp to stimulate dormant hair follicles and trigger new hair growth. Clinical trials have shown that exosomes can be effective for both slowing hair loss and regrowing thinning areas.
Here is what patients can expect from the treatment timeline:
- 2–3 months: Initial natural hair growth begins
- 6 months: Most noticeable results become fully apparent
- Recommended protocol: An initial series of 3 treatments spaced one month apart, followed by maintenance sessions every 6 months
The procedure involves little to no discomfort and requires no downtime, making it a practical option for patients with busy schedules.
Yes. Cunningham Clinic uses Kiara by Kimera Labs, one of the most technically advanced MSC-derived exosome platforms available for aesthetic use. Kimera has specialized exclusively in perinatal and placental MSC-derived exosomes since 2012, sourcing them from a single-donor placental MSC master cell line grown in chemically defined, serum-free media — delivering far greater consistency than products derived from mixed-donor tissues.
What sets Kimera's Kiara platform apart:
- Multi-modality quality verification including ELISA, HPLC, RNA-seq, NanoSight NTA, and super-resolution dSTORM imaging
- Ross Unit (RU) potency standardization — a proprietary measure based on RNA and protein cargo, not just particle counts
- cGMP-aligned production with FDA-cleared early-phase clinical research and peer-reviewed scientific investigations
These standards reflect Cunningham Clinic's commitment to offering exosome treatments that are both biologically active and rigorously quality-controlled.