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Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation found safe and effective for patients with stiff person spectrum disorder
Source: Neurology Today
Autologous non-myeloablative hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) was safe and effective in a subset of patients with stiff person spectrum disorder (SPSD), according to a small open-label study, published in the December 14 online edition of Neurology.
A fresh perspective on dealing with arthritis and joint pain
Source: Natural Products Insider
Joint pain brought on by repetitive motion compression, in the form of osteoarthritis, and the auto-immune related rheumatoid arthritis, afflict millions. Studies indicate Terminalia chebula, collagen, curcumin and vitamin D show helpful promise, while glucosamine supplementation for osteoarthritis has yielded improved mobility and relief of pain.
Injection types offered by orthopedic surgeons and how they can help
Source: EIN News
Chronic conditions, such as degenerative arthritis, can often be managed with intermittent injections. Depending on the condition and underlying pathology, many patients can maintain a pain-free lifestyle for several years by only receiving injections every three to four months.
Research dispels fears human stem cells contain cancer-causing mutations
Source: Eurekalert
Pioneering new research has made a pivotal breakthrough that dispel concerns that human stem cells could contain cancer-causing mutations.
First patient enrolled in stem cell therapy trial for traumatic injury
Source: Eurekalert
The first patient has enrolled in a Phase II clinical trial evaluating a stem cell therapy for the potential early treatment of traumatic injuries and their subsequent complications at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).
The placenta jab that could ease pain of creaky knees: injection of tissue may help alleviate agony of arthritis
Source: Daily Mail
A jab of placental tissue may help alleviate the pain of arthritic knees. The treatment is made from the inner layer of the placenta, which provides the growing foetus with oxygen and nutrients.
Could newborn stem cells revolutionise cell therapies?
Source: European Pharmaceutical Review
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are emerging as an important biological therapy and are being evaluated in a range of clinical indications. Found in tissues such as the bone marrow and the umbilical cord, these multipotent stem cells can produce and repair a variety of tissue cell types, including cartilage and bone.
