Personal Stem Cell Therapy
Mother Nature designed your stem cells to heal you. This groundbreaking medical therapy involves using your own stem cells to potentially repair or replace damaged tissues, cells, or organs, reduce inflammation, and help reset the
body’s immune system. Stem cells also have the unique ability to develop into many different types of cells, making them highly valuable in regenerative medicine. This therapy is being explored across numerous fields, from treating
chronic diseases to repairing damaged organs and tissues.
How Does Stem Cell Therapy Work?
Stem cell therapy works by injecting or infusing stem cells into the body to potentially help repair or replace damaged tissues or cells. Depending on the condition, stem cell therapy may:
- Stimulate tissue regeneration: In conditions like arthritis, stem cells can stimulate the healing of joint tissue.
- Repair damaged organs: Stem cells have shown potential for regenerating organs like the liver or kidneys, providing hope for patients with organ failure.
- Reduce inflammation: Stem cells, particularly mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), have anti-inflammatory properties and can modulate the immune system, potentially reducing chronic inflammation.
How Can You Use Your Own Stem Cells?
Using your stem cells for treatment is known as autologous stem cell therapy. The process typically involves harvesting stem cells from your body, processing and culture-expanding them at an FDA-registered, current Good Tissue Practice
(cGTP) bank, and then reintroducing them to promote healing, reduce inflammation, or treat specific conditions.
The steps are as follows:
- Initial Consultation: Meet with a healthcare professional specializing in stem cell therapy. They will evaluate your condition and medical history to determine if you are a suitable candidate.
- Diagnosis: Tests and imaging may be conducted to assess the extent of the condition being treated.
The three most common sources to access personal mesenchymal stem cells:
a. Umbilical Cord Blood and Tissue: Collect the healthiest stem cells from your baby’s umbilical cord blood and tissue at birth. These are the youngest and most pristine stem cells available. However, the quantity is limited unless
culture expanded.
b. Adipose Tissue (Fat): Harvesting stem cells from adipose tissue via liposuction is minimally invasive and a rich source of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). Fat-derived stem cells are relatively dormant and sequestered from the rest of
the body, making them relatively younger than your other cells, something that has been confirmed in laboratory settings. This makes them highly effective for personal use.
c. Bone Marrow Aspirate: More invasive than adipose as usually done from the pelvic region and requires anesthesia. Similar to adipose, these cells can be harvested from individuals at any point in their life. However, bone marrow
mesenchymal stem cells tend to be older and more stressed versus the same clients adipose MSCs.
Utilization of Personal Stem Cells: Injection or IV Infusion
- Direct Injection: Stem cells can be injected directly into the affected area, such as an injured joint or tissue, often guided by ultrasound or fluoroscopy for precision.
- IV Infusion: Stem cells are administered directly into the bloodstream through slow drip IV bag. These cells have the potential to help reduce inflammation, reset the immune system and target damaged tissues throughout the body.
Where Can You Save Your Own Stem Cells?
American Cell Technology (ACT) provides a safe and trusted environment to store personal stem cells from adipose, bone marrow and cord tissue and cord blood with the highest standards and for autologous (personal) use. Whether storing
stem cells from the birth of a new family member through VitalCells, or banking your own adult stem cells from adipose or bone marrow, through American Cell Technology, all processes utilize proprietary technology, in an FDA registered,
current good tissue practice (cGTP) facility to safely store your cells.
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American Cell Technology – Personal Stem Cell Bank
Doctors and scientists continue to advance this field. Your own cells, with your own DNA have limitless potential as regenerative medicine continues to evolve. American Cell Technology grows potentially billions of your own cells in a
sterile environment, cryopreserves (freezes in liquid nitrogen) those cells in the highest standards, making them available when requested in the future.
Benefits of Personal Stem Cell Therapy
- Personalized Cell Therapy
- Mother nature designed your own stem cells to heal you. Using your stem cells minimizes the risk of immune rejection or disease transmission.
- Regeneration of Damaged Tissues:
- Stem cells can potentially regenerate or repair damaged tissues, offering potential solutions for conditions such as heart disease, spinal cord injuries, liver disease, and more. For example, stem cell injections are being
studied for their ability to regenerate cartilage in knee osteoarthritis.
- Treatment for Chronic Diseases:
- Stem cell therapy is being explored for a wide range of chronic diseases, including Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. Stem cells may help by regenerating cells that are lost or
damaged by these conditions.
- Minimized Side Effects:
- Compared to traditional treatments like drugs or surgery, stem cell therapy often has fewer side effects, as it targets the root cause of the disease (e.g., cell degeneration or injury).
- Potential for Healing:
- Stem cells can promote faster recovery from injuries, particularly those related to joints, bones, or cartilage. For instance, they are increasingly used in sports medicine to treat ligament tears, tendon injuries, and
fractures.
- Autoimmune Conditions:
- There are numerous clinics and studies utilizing stem cell therapy for different autoimmune conditions. Using stem cells can help promote a reset of the immune system.
Conclusion
Stem cell therapy offers exciting potential for personalized medicine and regenerative treatments. Your own stem cells have limitless possibilities as research in regenerative medicine evolves. It’s essential to choose a clinic that
takes a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring you receive specialized care. Stem cell therapy is poised to become one of the most exciting tools in modern medicine, offering hope and innovative solutions for patients worldwide.
