Stem cell therapy uses stem cells to treat various medical conditions. Stem cells are unique in that they can become any cell type in the body and help regenerate tissues and organs. The document discusses how stem cell therapy works and some of its applications, including treating musculoskeletal injuries, heart and lung diseases, spinal cord injuries, hair loss, and more. Potential benefits are its high effectiveness, minimally invasive nature, and ability to cure diseases and repair damaged tissues.

1. STEM CELL THERAPY
DR. DAVID GREENE ARIZONA

2. WHAT IS STEM CELL
THERAPY?
The popularity of stem cell treatments has significantly increased, thanks to its
high effectiveness and recorded success rates of up to 80%. It is a modern type
of regenerative medical treatment that uses a unique biological component
called stem cells. The most common applications for this treatment include
chronic illnesses, musculoskeletal injuries, or even heart and lung diseases. This
regenerative treatment is not like an organ transplant, wherein a donor offers an
entirely new organ that has to be incorporated into the body. The treatment is
minimally invasive and has very little to no risks of bodily rejection. Stem cells
are simply implanted in the infected regions.

3. HOW DO STEM CELLS
FUNCTION?
Stem cells are naturally occurring biological components. Like all cells, they
divide and replicate to form new organs and tissues. After we are born,
however, most cells in our body can only replicate new copies of itself. For
example, hair cells will replicate only more hair; these cells cannot create lung
cells or muscle tissue.
Specific cells, such as those that form the heart muscle, are only formed at birth
and can never again replicate. Thus, cardiac diseases are often severe because
no new cardiac muscles can substitute damaged or unhealthy cells. With the
help of stem cell therapies, it may be possible for the heart cells to either
regenerate or improve their functioning.

4. WHAT MAKES STEM CELLS
EXCEPTIONAL?
Unlike the majority of our cells after birth, stem cells can become any cell in the
body. When a baby develops in a mother’s womb, the stem cells first become
numerous and then split up and form other types of cells. Stem cells can grow
and divide to create brain cells, cardiac cells, skin cells, and whatever else is
necessary to shape a human baby.

5. WHAT MEDICAL CONDITIONS
CAN IT HELP WITH?
Stem cell treatments are a promising solution to various illnesses, chronic
diseases, and injuries related to accidents and sports. Emerging studies aim to
explore more possible medical conditions that can benefit from this new form of
therapy.
Nevertheless, high success rates using stem cell treatments have been
observed in those who need a cure for or relief from blood disorders. Thanks to
this medical innovation, thousands of children who have leukemia have been
saved. For other medical conditions, many positive cases have been noted
concerning the use of tissue graft stem cells to cure disease or damage the
bone, skin, and surface of the eye.

6. PHYSICAL INJURIES
Stem cell treatment is a successful, alternative option for the degeneration of
the elbow, knee, hip, and spine, in addition to soft tissues and other bone-
related fractures. Adult stem cells are also known to treat chronic pain and
many types of cellular degradation. When used in the right circumstances, stem
cells can completely repair damaged tissues. The application of stem cells to an
infected or injured area can be made through:
• Injection
• Direct surgical application
• Stem-cell bearing sutures

7. SPINAL CORD INJURIES
Spinal cord damage is a frequent result of impact injuries. It happens most
frequently during sports accidents, falls, and cord fractures. Damage caused to
the spinal cord typically leads to the following conditions:
• Disability or loss of strength
• Loss of muscle function and feeling
• Poor body movement control
With the help of stem cell treatments, it’s possible to alleviate spinal cord injury
symptoms and provide long-term relief.

8. CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE
PULMONARY DISEASE
Chronic obstructive pulmonary (COPD) disease is identified by a group of lung
conditions that can prevent the body from getting enough air out of the lungs.
COPD can result in symptoms such as tiredness and chest tightness. It may also
be used to describe a person with emphysema, bronchitis, or both combined.
When used for disease treatment, stem cells can restore damaged lung tissue to
fight emphysema or bronchitis symptoms. Stem cells are known for their
therapeutic properties that can clear airways for those suffering from bronchitis.

9. MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Currently, there is no definitive treatment for multiple sclerosis. However, many forms of
medication can be administered to manage the disease’s symptoms. Stem cell treatments
are one of the most promising medical approaches that have demonstrated healing and
restoring properties for those with multiple sclerosis.
Once stem cells are delivered, layers of cells that form around the nerves can be repaired
and replaced. Thus, stem cell therapies are considered possible treatments for multiple
sclerosis and other inflammatory conditions.

10. HAIR LOSS
Anybody can experience hair loss, although the causes for the condition differ among
people. Not everybody also shares the same hair loss progression. As we age, cells and
other organs gradually weaken, including those responsible for producing and growing
hair.
Boosting hair growth using stem cell treatment has been observed as an effective solution
for hair loss management. Some of these possibilities of improvement are:
• Regeneration of hair follicles
• Thicker and fuller hair
• Increases health of current hair follicles
• Prevents the progression of hair loss

11. HAIR LOSS
Anybody can experience hair loss, although the causes for the condition differ among
people. Not everybody also shares the same hair loss progression. As we age, cells and
other organs gradually weaken, including those responsible for producing and growing
hair.
Boosting hair growth using stem cell treatment has been observed as an effective solution
for hair loss management. Some of these possibilities of improvement are:
• Regeneration of hair follicles
• Thicker and fuller hair
• Increases health of current hair follicles
• Prevents the progression of hair loss

12. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF
CHOOSING THIS FORM OF
TREATMENT?
Stem cell treatments are at the core of one of the most innovative and exciting fields of
medicine today. Medical practitioners understand that stem cells can help cure many
diseases by creating healthy new tissues and cells. Besides the fact that many conditions
can now be addressed thanks to this treatment, the future of stem cell treatments is
exciting as science progresses to discover new possibilities.

13. THANKS