Many women suffer from stress urinary incontinence or vaginal prolapse after childbirth, with age, or with obesity. Whatever the cause of your pelvic issues, they are all derived from the same underlying issue. When the muscles and ligaments of the pelvic floor weaken and no longer provide adequate support, it can cause certain organs such [Read More]
There have been many doctors researching the use of stem cells when it comes to cardiology and pulmonary medical practices. Some doctors and researchers are even looking forward to the day when they can grow a whole heart with stem cells. While that may seem impossible, we are already taking the first steps toward this [Read More]
Regenerative medicine has taken some abrupt turns and changes in the last two decades, and ongoing research is just furthering the study and use of stem cells in the treatment of medical conditions and disorders. The most promising advances in regenerative medicine today have more to do with the research and clinical trials necessary for [Read More]
There are many different disorders that are on the autism spectrum. While each type of autism is different and has different symptoms, there are some similarities in how autism is diagnosed and treated. Stem cell therapies are now being tested to determine if they can be effective in reducing symptoms of autism. Understanding Autism Different [Read More]
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder, or COPD, is a common disease suffered mostly by current or former cigarette smokers. COPD can be debilitating, limiting lung function and restricting activity. Current treatments for COPD only slightly improve symptoms and do not have an affect on mortality rate. Here are some ways that researchers are trying to use [Read More]
Stem cells are being used in so many new and exciting ways. As knowledge of the human body increases and scientists do more research into stem cells, advanced treatments are being formulated. Surprisingly, researchers are beginning to study the effect of stem cells on the treatment of mental illness. Could there be a cure for [Read More]
Stem cell therapy has been used for a number of treatments in the last decade, and clinical trials are always ongoing to find new ways to use stem cells. One of the ways that stem cells have been used is in the treatment of spinal cord injuries. Doctors and researchers have had a lot of [Read More]
There are several different types of arthritis, and all of them can affect your mobility and stability, as well as cause significant amounts of pain. When arthritis progresses to this point, there are not many treatments available to improve the condition. Many arthritis patients eventually have joint replacement surgeries. But now there are stem cell [Read More]
Stem cells are being used in research and clinical trials in a number of fascinating ways to treat a variety of diseases, illnesses, and medical conditions. While some stem cell therapies have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, many other stem cell therapies are still in research or clinical trial stages. If you [Read More]
Stem cells can be used to treat a number of conditions and diseases, but it can be confusing trying to figure out how it all works. Stem cells treat disease of varying types in much the same way across the board. Understanding how stem cells treat disease is important in deciding if you want to [Read More]
Stem cells are a hot topic right now in the medical world. Although stem cell research and clinical trials have been ongoing for decades, it is only in recent years that these studies and treatments have been working toward perfection. More is being done with stem cells today than ever before. But what exactly are [Read More]
Parkinson’s disease is a debilitating condition that affects about a million people in the United States each year. You may be familiar with Parkinson’s disease or heard of it due to the diagnosis of Michael J. Fox. Parkinson’s disease currently has no cure, and there are few available treatments to improve symptoms or condition. What [Read More]
Chronic kidney disease affects about 30 million Americans each year. There can be many different causes of kidney disease, although there are few treatments available. Stem cell research is currently ongoing in a number of ways to both understand the kidneys better and also to develop stem cell therapies for the treatment of kidney disease. [Read More]
Respiratory disease is not a common condition, but it is one that affects thousands each year in the United States. Respiratory disease has a few different potential causes, but the treatments are typically the same. Respiratory disease usually involves blockage of the trachea. Learn more about respiratory disease and the revolutionary treatments being explored. What [Read More]
Osteoporosis is a very common orthopedic condition that affects between 10 to 25 million people each year, with 75 percent of those being women. About 2 million people with osteoporosis experience related fractures each year. This can lead to debilitating injuries that could end with an indefinite trip to the nursing home or moving in [Read More]
Huntington’s Disease is a medical condition caused by a mutated gene in the body. Huntington’s disease is a disorder of the brain that results in uncontrolled movements, emotional problems, and an inability to think clearly, or cognition. There is no cure for Huntington’s disease, and most patients live only 10 to 20 years after being [Read More]
It is estimated that over one million Americans are infected with the HIV virus. HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, is an infection that eventually leads to AIDS, or acquired immune deficiency syndrome. Once AIDS has set in, most patients die within five years due to complications from cancers, diseases, viruses, or infections. Doctors and researchers [Read More]
Heart disease, also called congestive heart failure, is really just a fancy term for the heart decreasing in strength and function, usually due to heart attack. Heart disease affects many people each year and accounts for about a third of deaths in the country annually. Many treatments are being derived to decrease the risk of [Read More]
Diabetes affects more than 100 million adults in the United States, and new medications and treatments to control the condition are being developed all the time. There are two types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. Type 1 diabetes is actually an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the cells in the pancreas [Read More]
Hearing loss affects many more people than you might think. It is estimated by the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders that about 36 million Americans have some type of hearing loss. Deafness can be caused by a number of factors, including genetic or environmental factors. While there are many causes for deafness, [Read More]
Blindness affects many Americans every year. Blindness can be caused by a number of medical conditions, although there are three types of eye conditions that cause most blindness. These three eye conditions can be successfully treated with stem cell therapies to prevent or slow down the complete loss of vision. Macular Degeneration Age-related macular degeneration [Read More]
Multiple sclerosis affects about 400,000 Americans annually. This condition is the result of the protective lining that surrounds and protects the neurons of the cells, called myelin, being attacked by the immune system. Without myelin, patients of MS feel weak and may have difficulty walking and moving around. This is a debilitating illness that people [Read More]
Stem cells are being used in a number of new and exciting ways. You will want to make sure that you are working with a doctor that is well versed in the different ways that stem cells are being used in the treatment of kidney disease. There are three main ways that stem cells are [Read More]
Stem cells are being used in a number of exciting ways. One of the most recent developments in the use of stem cells is their ability to help patients who have had organ transplants to keep from rejecting their new organ. Learn more here about how stem cells can help organ transplant patients. The Type [Read More]
Stem cell therapy has been used for a number of conditions over the last several years. Although research and clinical trials are ongoing, new treatments using stem cells are being discovered every day. One of the latest uses of stem cells is in the treatment of the cornea of the eye. Here’s what you need [Read More]
Stem cells are being researched in many different fields of medicine. One of the things that stem cells have helped uncover is Alzheimer’s treatment. Stem cells are being used in several unique ways to help patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating elderly illness that results in dementia and can even lead to death. The [Read More]
Stem cell research has come a long way, and one of the treatments to come out of this research is the treatment of arthritis. While research is ongoing, there are a lot of doctors beginning to offer these treatments in their orthopedic practice. Stem cells can be used to repair damage, as well as slow [Read More]
In America alone, over 800,000 people suffer from stroke every year, with over 140,000 of those patients dying from their stroke. Even for those who survive stroke, life is never the same. Many people never fully recover from their stroke, suffering from loss of use of one or more limbs, and working hard to learn [Read More]
There have been a lot of advances in stem cell research, and one of the areas that has seen recent activity is the fight against heart disease. Stem cells can be used to repair the heart muscle after it has been damaged by a heart attack. This can help reduce the risk of a future [Read More]
Stem cell therapy has been used for a number of regenerative treatments in recent years, and more research is being done all the time to discover new ways that they can be used. The most recent research to be published suggests that stem cell therapy can actually reverse aging of the brain. This could be [Read More]
Stem cell therapies are becoming more and more common for a variety of regenerative treatments. Many people are against stem cell treatments because they are unaware or misinformed about how stem cells are collected and used in regenerative treatments. Being armed with this knowledge will help you make a decision about whether or not to [Read More]
There are a number of conditions that cause chronic pain in patients. Most of the medical problems that relate to chronic pain are musculoskeletal in nature, meaning that they have to do with the bones, muscles, or joints. While there are several available treatments for this type of chronic pain, one of the most innovative [Read More]
The use of stem cell transplants for different diseases has been widely researched in the last few decades, with varying results. More research is still needed to determine the ways that stem cells can be used to treat disease. Yet there have been some success stories. Most recently, evidence suggests that HIV and AIDS can [Read More]
The Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center have seen promising early results in a clinical trial to treat sickle cell disease. The first patient to undergo treatment has not received a blood transfusion in nine months, after receiving monthly blood transfusions for most of his life (1). Sickle Cell Disease Sickle cell disease is [Read More]
Two clinical trials are expected to start soon to assess the ability of stem cells to treat macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in people over 50 years old. One trial uses cells derived from human embryonic stem cells, while the other uses induced pluripotent stem cells (1). Macular Degeneration Age-related macular degeneration is [Read More]
Stemedica Cell Technologies are reporting that using ischemic tolerant mesenchymal stem cells (itMSCs) to treat ischemic stroke is safe, well-tolerated, and shows preliminary signs of efficacy in an open-label Phase I/IIa trial. This treatment, which is also being developed for treating Alzheimer’s disease, could begin Phase IIb trials in the near future (1). Ischemic Stroke [Read More]
Does lower back pain stop you from living a life you really love? You deserve to live an active and rewarding life, but degenerative disc disease makes that virtually impossible. By learning more about this lower back disease and its potential treatments, you can get the help you need to embrace life once again. What [Read More]
BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics have received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration to proceed with Phase 2 trials for their stem cell treatment for progressive multiple sclerosis (1). The treatment utilizes a proprietary autologous stem cell treatment, injecting patient-derived mesenchymal stem cells that secrete neurotrophic factors to stem the advance of disease (2). [Read More]
ViaCyte, headquartered in San Diego, has received funding commitments to continue clinical trials on their beta cell replacement products (1). The products, PEC-Direct and PEC-Encap, contain stem cells that differentiate into pancreatic cells, including insulin-secreting beta cells, after implantation. Additionally, these cells are housed in a capsule that prevents rejection of the implanted cells. If [Read More]
In the developing brain, the subplate is a region of neurons that sits below the cortical plate, a precursor to the cortex. However, in the adult brain it seems to be absent and for decades has been thought to simply disappear. Previous studies had outlined a connection between subplate neurons and certain brain disorders, including [Read More]
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease comes with the inherent knowledge that there is no cure for the disease. Treatments are available to slow the progression and control symptoms to an extent, but there is no way to replace the dopaminergic neurons that have already died. Thankfully for patients and their loved ones, clinical trials are [Read More]
Novel approach in mesenchymal stem cell-based therapy for radiation-induced lung injury Current problems in cancer and anticancer therapies are very acute these days. One of the most common cancers for both men and women is the lung cancer, which is by far the leading cause of cancer death each year. The American Cancer Society’s estimates [Read More]
Your neck connects your head and your torso, which means it plays a critical role in the overall function of the upper body and health of your spin. A neck injury can completely disrupt your daily life and obstruct even simple daily tasks. So, how can you seek long-term relief from neck pain without relying [Read More]
The inside surface of the knee joint is lined with a tough articular cartilage that has a slippery texture which allows smooth movement. This cartilage does not have a blood or nerve supply. This means any damage to the articular cartilage cannot be naturally repaired. With age-related wear and tear, the joint gradually degenerates and [Read More]
In a major breakthrough, doctors have developed a new technique to cure age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), the third leading cause of blindness around the world. An 86-year-old patient in the United Kingdom has regained sight in one eye after undergoing the procedure. This pioneering stem cell therapy was performed at a London hospital. Human embryonic [Read More]
Lennart Thy, a 26-year-old German footballer who is on loan from Werder Bremen to the Dutch football club VVV-Venlo, missed an important clash earlier this month to donate stem cells. The young sportsman has been found to be a DNA match for a patient in need of a stem cell transplant. The blood donated by [Read More]
The results of new research indicate that a treatment involving transplantation of stem cells could change the face of multiple sclerosis treatments. The patient’s immune system is first wiped out with anti-cancer medications. Following this, a new immune system is developed with the help of a stem cell transplant. One patient, age 36, says the [Read More]
Scientists are trying to use genetic treatments to save a species of the rhino known as the northern white. After the death of the last remaining male of the species in March 2018, only two females remain. The animals live in Kenya’s Ol Pejeta Reserve but technically belong to the Czech Republic’s Dvr Kralove Zoo. [Read More]
Researchers at Cardiff University’s specialist brain unit have developed an innovative stem cell treatment to slow down the symptoms of Huntington’s disease, a devastating degenerative disorder. The first procedures are expected to take place at the end of 2018. The stem cell transplant will be accomplished through a new type of procedure. The efficacy of [Read More]
From strangers to best friends, a stem cell transplant recipient was asked by the man who saved his life to be his best man. The two men, Brett Dingwall and Paul Rogers, became friends following the transplant. Brett Dingwall was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia more than a decade ago. He survived the illness thanks [Read More]
