Stem cell therapy has been increasingly used as a therapeutic option in the treatment of numerous diseases, including many inflammatory and vascular diseases.   The primary sources of stem cells are bone marrow (BM), dental tissue, adipose tissue, and umbilical cord blood; BM is considered the primary source of multipotent stem cells. While BM is an important source of stem cells for clinical cellular therapy, BM cell culture is an invasive procedure that presents both a potential risk and burden to patients.  Considering this, researchers have conducted numerous studies to inve ..read more

Parkinson’s disease affects your fine and gross motor skills. It might seem counterintuitive to try to exercise after your diagnosis, but physical activity is crucial. For seniors with Parkinson’s disease, exercise can boost mood, improve physical health, and improve motor skills.  Not sure where to start? Even just a few minutes of gentle exercise each day can help. Here’s what you need to know about exercising as a senior with Parkinson’s.  How Parkinson’s Disease Affects Your Nervous System  Parkinson’s affects sensory and motor skills in your body due to its effects on your ..read more

You might think of kidney health problems as separate issues from your blood pressure. However, renal hypertension, a form of high blood pressure, can be just as serious as cardiovascular health conditions.  It’s important to understand the link between kidney function and blood pressure. Once your kidneys become compromised, the damage isn’t reversible. Know the signs, symptoms, and treatment options related to renal hypertension so you can maintain your kidney health as long as possible.  How Renal Hypertension Develops Your kidneys work with the rest of your body to maintain your ..read more

As the human body ages, most people assume that “wear and tear” will take over and deplete their health. This isn’t always true, and it’s important to separate fact from fiction when discussing joint health problems.  Osteoarthritis is a painful, inflammatory joint condition that can make it difficult to function. Some folks refer to it as “just” arthritis, but this minimizes the incredible discomfort and damage it causes. Living with this condition can feel impossible at times.  You don’t have to sit back and let joint health problems take over your life as you age. Learn more about ..read more

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disorder that can affect all of your body systems. People suffering from MS often report neurological, muscular, and skin problems as the disease progresses. If you have MS, you may develop puzzling skin symptoms and conditions that need to be addressed.  Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and it may need extra support if you have multiple sclerosis. Learn how MS symptoms and medications can affect your skin in your daily life.  Why MS Causes Skin Problems Multiple sclerosis is a neurodegenerative condition that leads to increasing ..read more

Living with any type of arthritis is painful, debilitating, and frustrating. You miss out on a lot of the physical activities you used to love. This condition can even make it harder to keep up with children and grandchildren.  Your long-term health is worth fighting for. When it comes to osteoarthritis pain management treatments, it’s important to know your options. Here are some pain relief methods to try when managing your osteoarthritis over time.  How Osteoarthritis Develops and Becomes So Painful The joint pain and inflammation alone can keep you off your feet for days. Along w ..read more

With more than 17,000 people in the US sustaining a spinal cord injury (SCI) each year and an estimated combined cost to healthcare and the workforce exceeding $40 billion, the condition has significant personal and socioeconomic implications. In addition, SCIs have limited pharmacological treatment options to support the regeneration of nerve damage. Considering the limited treatment options for this condition, the field of regenerative medicine, and specifically the use of stem cells, has recently drawn interest as a potential therapeutic treatment option for paralysis resulting from SCIs. I ..read more

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are two of the more common neurodegenerative diseases, with nearly seven million people in the US living with the conditions in 2023. While AD is more prevalent than ALS, they are both characterized by the progressive loss of specific neurons and glial cells in the central nervous system. Research has demonstrated that the onset and progression of neurodegenerative diseases appear to be delayed or improved by the application of neurotrophic factors and that the derived peptide factors from these neurotrophic factors have been fou ..read more

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, four million adults in the United States have fibromyalgia. It’s an often-misunderstood condition that leads to systemic joint and muscle pain, along with fatigue, making daily life very difficult. To deal with the pain the condition causes, it’s important to understand why it occurs. Learn more about fibromyalgia and your pain management options.  What Is Fibromyalgia? Symptoms and Causes Fibromyalgia is a condition that leads to pain and tenderness all over the body. It’s a chronic condition, though symptoms tend to come ..read more

Living with osteoarthritis pain can be debilitating. You might feel barred from activities you previously enjoyed. With osteoarthritis, everything feels more difficult, including playing with your grandkids, enjoying sports, and walking in nature.  Addressing osteoarthritis pain involves a combination of lifestyle changes, modern scientific therapies, and medications. Here are some of the ways you can get relief from the pain and discomfort osteoarthritis brings to your life.  The Root Cause of Osteoarthritis Arthritis is an inflammatory joint condition that currently has no cure. If ..read more