Stem Cell Treatment for Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a condition of permanent physical disability in the areas of body movement. The disease can occur from pregnancy up to 3 years of age. Abnormal muscle tone, poor coordination, spasm, and slow reflex characterize symptoms of cerebral palsy. Infants with severe CP may have very stiff or floppy posture. In some cases, patients have birth defects like small jawbone and spinal curvature. In some cases, symptoms may not appear at birth and appear as child gets older.

Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Although brain damage in a typical patient usually does not worsen, complications and other diseases are very common. Traditional treatments for CP may include medication, physical and speech therapy, and mechanical aids. The goal of traditional treatment is to help patient to overcome their disabilities and try to live a normal life as much as possible.

Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Today, stem cell therapy is another alternative treatment for CP. An advantage for stem cell treatment is that it is a drug free. The treatment focuses on physical change to in the brain. The statistic shows that over 70 % of all patients show improvement. Patients report to improve posture stability, motor function, cognition ability, mobility, and communication skills. In some cases, patient can stand and even walk unassisted.

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