Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 What Is Multiple Sclerosis? stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects the central nervous system (CNS), primarily the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. In MS, the immune system mistakenly attacks myelin, the protective covering around…
Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 Understanding Men’s Health and Hormone Balance Men’s health and vitality rely on a delicate balance of hormones, circulation, and cellular function.As testosterone levels naturally decline, often starting in the 30s, many men notice changes in energy, mood, strength, metabolism, and sexual performance. Common…
Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 What Is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a long-term condition that causes progressive breathing difficulty. It develops when inflammation, excess mucus, and airway narrowing make it harder for air to move in and out of the lungs. COPD is an umbrella…
Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic form of arthritis that primarily affects the spine and the sacroiliac joints, which connect the spine to the hips.It often begins with stiffness or pain in the lower back — especially noticeable in…
Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 What Is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory, reasoning, and daily function. It begins subtly — with mild forgetfulness and disorientation — and gradually impacts independence, communication, and overall quality of…
Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 What Is ALS? Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative condition that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. These motor neurons control voluntary muscles involved in movement, speech, and breathing. As these neurons…
Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 Understanding the Science of Aging Aging is a gradual, lifelong process that begins earlier than most realize often as early as your 20s. Over time, every organ and tissue experiences cellular wear and reduced regenerative capacity. These microscopic changes can influence how we…
stem cell therapy for spinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating neurological condition that disrupts communication between the brain and body. The injury unfolds in two major phases. The primary injury occurs at the moment of trauma, such as a fracture or dislocation of the vertebrae, which directly damages neurons and axons. This mechanical disruption…
stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis (MS) is a long-term, immune-mediated disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the central nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. Over time, this immune attack damages myelin—the protective insulation around nerve fibers—as well as the nerve fibers themselves. The resulting combination of inflammation,…
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a serious and chronic lung disease marked by progressive scarring of lung tissue. Over time, this scarring thickens and stiffens the lungs, making it increasingly difficult for oxygen to pass into the bloodstream. As lung function declines, stem cell therapy for lung disease may experience shortness of breath, persistent dry…
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