Autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases are driven by complex changes in immune regulation. Standard treatments can reduce disease activity, but many conditions remain difficult to control and may require long-term immunosuppression. A peer-reviewed review published in Frontiers in Immunology examines how mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs) interact with the immune system and why they are being studied…
Umbilical Cord-Derived Stem Cells Could Help with Primary Biliary Cirrhosis Posted June 11, 2018 and filed under Stem Cell Research. Researchers have recently published their results from an experiment conducted to determine if a certain type of stem cell, called the umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cell, has the potential for treating primary biliary cirrhosis. Primary…
Stem Cells Preventing Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer’s Disease Posted February 3, 2016 and filed under Stem Cell Research, Studies. More research recently published in Brain Research titled “Intravenous transplantation of bone marrow-derived mono-nuclear cells prevents memory impairment in transgenic mouse models of Alzheimer’s disease.” shows how stem cell therapy may be a promising technique for preventing…
Researchers have recently shown how a specific type of stem cell, called umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells, can improve the neurological function of patients who have experienced traumatic brain injury (TBI). When TBI occurs, the trauma to the head leads the immune system to send cells to the area of injury. The resulting swelling often…
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 factors. The trajectory and symptoms of the disease are often unpredictable. People…
Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, affects over 32 million people in the U.S. each year. Characterized by a progressive degeneration of cartilage resulting in pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints, and most frequently occurring in the hands, hips, and knees, OA has no pharmacological, biological, or surgical treatment to prevent progression…
Stem Cells Show Promise for Helping with Functional Recovery Following Stroke Posted November 16, 2017 and filed under Stroke, Studies. Stem cells are increasingly used in therapies that involve tissue damage because they offer a promising way to replace lost cells and restore lost functions. Another advantage of stem cells over conventional therapies is the…
Stem Cell for Arthritis Stem cell therapy is an emerging treatment for arthritis, with many doctors exploring its potential benefits. If you suffer from arthritis, you may be wondering whether stem cell therapy could be right for you. Stem cells are unspecialized cells that have the capacity to develop into different types of cells. This…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory condition in which the immune system attacks healthy joint tissue. This abnormal immune response leads to inflammation, fluid buildup, swelling, and discomfort in the joints. RA is a chronic condition for which there is no cure, and due to the progressive nature of the disease, symptoms often worsen…
Ease of Use and Therapeutic Applicability of Wharton’s Jelly-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Posted August 21, 2018 and filed under Stem Cell Therapy, Wharton's Jelly. Mesenchymal stem cells have been showing promise in the treatment of a variety of diseases and injuries. These cells are derived from different tissue types, and it appears that where the…
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