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4 FAQs About Stem Cell Therapy for Knees
Knee issues are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries and can occur in individuals of all ages. The complex joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments, and fluid, as well as muscles and tendons which allow for movement. When any of these structures...
Thymosin-alpha 1 Boosts the Power of the Flu Vaccine in Immunocompromised People
People who are immunocompromised are vulnerable to infectious diseases such as influenza and COVID-19. Their immune systems often lack the ability to detect and fight off infections. One way to try to protect immunocompromised individuals is to give vaccinations....
Mesenchymal Stem Cells Injection Improves Hip Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of the hip is a painful condition that can interfere with leg movement and diminish the quality of life. In some, the symptoms are mild, but in others, osteoarthritis can be severe and can even lead to joint failure. Pain is often intermittent in early...
What Is Stem Cell Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects the central nervous system, disrupting the ways in which information flows within and to and from the brain. Its cause is unknown, though experts believe it may result from a combination of genetic and environmental...
Burn More Calories by Eating a Bigger Breakfast
If you’re looking to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, eating more would naturally seem counterintuitive. Yet, research suggests that a bigger meal – specifically, breakfast – could actually have you burning more calories and perhaps even prevent obesity....
5 Ways to Promote a Healthy Nervous System
Your nervous system comprises a complex network of nerves and specialized cells that serve as the body’s “electrical wiring,” carrying messages all throughout its different systems. It has two key components: the central nervous system, which includes the brain,...
Stem Cell Treatments Vs Joint Surgery?
Joint issues caused by injury and arthritis can be challenging to treat. While conventional methods like physical therapy, over-the-counter medication, and lifestyle adjustments may help patients find some relief, oftentimes the pain lingers and the condition worsens...
The Health-Boosting Properties of Peppermint Oil
Peppermint is a hybrid plant that stems from spearmint and water mint. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Rome, Egypt, and Greece, with its medicinal application also reaching far back into history. Aristotle recorded his uses of peppermint, but it didn’t...
Maintaining Healthy Mental Wellness when in Quarantine
Most people are already familiar with what to do to minimize the risk of contracting an airborne virus, from washing hands frequently to staying home and following social distancing protocols, the steps for reducing the outbreak have been made clear since the pandemic...
Stem Cell Facts: What They Are & What They Do
Chances are you’ve heard about the stem cell advancements experts are making in the world of regenerative medicine. For conditions ranging from musculoskeletal injuries to autoimmune conditions, stem cells are showing promise in terms of promoting the body’s healing...
How Can Stem Cells Help Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease?
As the most common cause of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) affects hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. It’s a progressive brain disease which impairs cognition, including memory, behaviors, and thinking. Over time, symptoms worsen and begin to interfere...
What are Airborne Diseases
Certain illnesses are highly contagious and can be contracted just by breathing them in. Known as airborne diseases, these illnesses can spread when an infected person releases droplets from coughing, sneezing, or even speaking. The virus or bacteria is then secreted...