Stem cells can be found throughout the body and act as repairmen to stimulate healing and speed repair of injured tissues. Although cell-based injections are promising, there is still a need to determine the efficiency and safety of such treatments. With cartilage and bone damage, stem...
Lichen Sclerosus is smooth small, white, shiny patches of skin on the skin, primarily seen in the genital and perianal areas, that grow into larger plaques that become thin and crinkled. The condition sometimes appears on the upper body, breast and, arms. The condition is...
Stem cell and regenerative medicine research have developed new therapeutic strategies that create hope and new possibilities for patients with injuries and disease. Scientists have been able to take any cell in the body and turn it into an embryonic cell with the ability to...
Stem Cell Therapy is an advanced treatment protocol for chronic pain sufferers or those with dysfunction due to injury or age-related joint issues. If you are trying to avoid surgery, dependence on pain medications, or have given up to your condition, there is hope now! Advances...
Umbilical stem cells come from the umbilical cord and placenta blood following birth. They can only be harvested after birth and stored for later use in medical applications. The collection does not change the birth and is safe for mother and baby. Cord blood stems cells...
Increasing numbers of young adults are having hip replacement surgery. There are some options that can delay the need for surgery until a later time. From a medical perspective, conventional medical recommendations may help alleviate pain and improve functioning. These options include: anti-inflammatory medicines like ibuprofen...
Chondromalacia patella is when the cartilage under the patella begins to soften causing pain and swelling. The cartilage rubs against the end of the femur causing irritation. Chondromalacia patella is caused by trauma or overuse of the knee that results in improper kneecap movement. Treatment...
One of the most common questions patients ask about stem cell therapy is, “How many injections will I need?” If you have spoken to your stem cell doctor about stem cell treatments, you would know that – stem cells are multipotent cells that can help your...
Knee ligament injuries are common among athletes that participate in high impact sports. The most common is the ACL tear. These injuries require immediate attention to assess severity and determine the most appropriate course of treatment. Recovery times vary depending on the severity of the...
Cardiomyopathy is a condition where the heart cannot pump blood efficiently due to the left ventricle being stretched, thin and weak. Dilated cardiomyopathy can affect both children and adults. In some cases, a mutated gene is inherited from the parent and inherited by the children. In...
