Regenerative Medicine therapies offer an alternative option with the ability to replace damaged cells and restore lost functions. For example, specific types of stem cells have the potential to help repair the brain after stroke. These cells can aid in neurological recovery and suppress inflammation, both of which are critical in stroke recovery. Moreover, stem cell therapy for stroke has been shown to improve physical functioning and successfully repair damaged areas of the brain.
The benefits of Regenerative Medicine therapies are not exclusive to post-stroke syndrome and are being studied across a variety of degenerative and chronic conditions, as well as athletic injuries. Regenerative Medicine therapies spur the body’s natural healing abilities to become more efficient, thereby reducing symptoms and improving the quality of life in many individuals.
Regenerative Medicine is still considered an experimental procedure and not approved by the FDA. Patients must consider realistic expectations in their research and possible therapy options.