There can be no doubt that the key to longevity and maintaining a healthy lifestyle includes sustaining an exercise routine. This can include participating in a sport – from tennis to mountaineering – or simply by engaging in a cardiovascular workout. It can be shocking and disconcerting to discover that the exercise designed to sustain…
Read MoreJust as pain sends communications to the brain about injury or illness, the stem cells can direct cells in the body. When it comes to treating conditions such as arthritis, this mechanism has an important role to play. Tissues and other cells that are slow to heal may receive a boost from stem cell therapy….
Read MoreArthritis is more debilitating than many people realize. Pain, inflammation and stiff joints can put sufferers on the sidelines for weeks at a time. As a medical condition, arthritis is commonly progressive. Symptoms worsen over time and can dramatically impact lifestyle and work options. If you are one of the roughly 23% of Americans who…
Read MoreNumerous people in the United States seek treatment every year for chronic pain in their knees, shoulders, hips or back. The number of orthopedic surgeries is on the rise, which may not be an ideal solution for people with certain medical conditions. Stem cell therapy offers an alternative solution for treating chronic pain. Here are…
Read MoreIf you associate stiff joints with older people, you could be ignoring the symptoms of a degenerative condition such as osteoarthritis. Wear and tear in the joints is a natural result of aging – but there is no set timetable for when or how fast it can occur. It is important to listen when your…
Read MoreThe potential of stem cell therapies has not yet achieved peak results. In very basic terms, stem cells have the ability to develop into more stem cells or produce new cells that aid body mechanics and processes. The introduction of stem cells into medical treatments was a revolutionary development. Although the function of stem cells…
Read MoreGetting back to the normal level of activity is one of driving forces of anyone who has been ill or injured. At the same time, it is important to allow the body time to heal sufficiently so that relapse or reinjury does not occur. Fortunately, platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) promotes swift healing so you can…
Read MoreStem cells are amazing and are the only cells that can develop into many different cells inside the body. Stem cells can renew themselves over a long period of time and can become specialized depending on where they are injected. Stem cell therapy is becoming a useful therapy for those experiencing knee and shoulder arthritis…
Read MoreCartilage is the rubbery substance that covers the connecting bones in joints, providing a cushion to reduce friction with movement. All joints have cartilage, but some joints are more susceptible to wear, tear and damage to the cartilage. When cartilage is damaged, joints can become stiff, inflamed and painful. Here is what you need to…
Read MoreOne of the most debilitating diseases is also one of the most common. There are over 100 types of arthritis that impact an estimated 54 million people in the U.S. The most prevalent is osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease that is caused by wear, tear and injury to the joints. There is no cure for arthritis,…
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