Eagles' Cam Jurgens Undergoes Stem Cell Treatment in Colombia

The Pro Bowl center sought alternative therapies to address chronic back and knee issues.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Philadelphia Eagles Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens recently traveled to Medellin, Colombia, to undergo a 'health reset week' at the bioXcellerator treatment center. Jurgens, who had an injury-plagued 2025 season, received stem cell injections, cryotherapy, ozone therapy, and physical therapy to address his ongoing back and knee problems. The Eagles have strict regulations around stem cell treatments in the U.S., prompting Jurgens to seek the alternative therapies in Colombia.

Why it matters

Jurgens' health issues were a significant factor in the Eagles' offensive line struggles last season, which contributed to the team's overall offensive woes. The team is counting on Jurgens to anchor the offensive line, so his ability to recover and stay healthy is crucial to the Eagles' success in 2026.

The details

Jurgens underwent a variety of treatments at bioXcellerator, including a 70 million stem cell injection, intradiscal application, cryotherapy, and ozone therapy. These treatments are aimed at addressing the chronic back and knee issues that plagued Jurgens in 2025, when he missed several games and played through injuries. The Eagles have strict regulations around stem cell treatments in the U.S., so Jurgens traveled to Colombia to receive the alternative therapies.

  • In 2025, Jurgens missed three games with a right knee injury that required a bulky brace.
  • On April 21, 2025, Jurgens signed a four-year, $68 million contract extension with the Eagles despite his back issues.
  • Jurgens recently traveled to Medellin, Colombia, for a 'health reset week' at the bioXcellerator treatment center.

The players

Cam Jurgens

A Pro Bowl center for the Philadelphia Eagles who has dealt with chronic back and knee issues.

bioXcellerator

A treatment center in Medellin, Colombia, that specializes in customized cell therapy and alternative healing methods.

Drew Kendall

A fifth-round pick out of Boston College in 2025, who is the Eagles' backup center behind Jurgens.

Brett Toth

A veteran offensive lineman who filled in for Jurgens when he was out last season, but is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent in March.

Landon Dickerson

The Eagles' left guard, who also had serious health problems in 2025 that had him pondering retirement.

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What’s next

The Eagles will monitor Jurgens' recovery and progress from the stem cell and other treatments he received in Colombia. The team will also need to decide whether to re-sign veteran offensive lineman Brett Toth, who filled in for Jurgens last season.

The takeaway

Jurgens' health issues highlight the challenges the Eagles face in maintaining a strong offensive line, which has long been considered the strength of the team. The team's willingness to allow Jurgens to seek alternative treatments in Colombia underscores their commitment to getting him healthy and keeping him on the field in 2026.