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How Many Types of Regenerative Stem Cells Are There?

  Stem Cells are undifferentiated cells, and when required, they can differentiate into any specific type of cell. They are specialised cells with a unique ability to give rise to specifically differentiated daughter cells. The stem cell also acts as a precursor for daughter stem cells. Although stem cells differentiate into different other types of cells, they have no specific function.   Types of stem cells are there, and what are their applications?   There are different types of cells in the human body which develops into various organs and bones. The Stem cells differentiate and give rise to different cells to form specific organs. The zygote formed after fertilisation of egg and sperm is the first cell which differentiates later to form different organs   There are four main types of stem cells which include:   Totipotent cells: Totipotent stem cells are the first stem cells. These stem cells not only differentiate to form body cells but ...

How can Regenerative therapy help in Hip Arthritis?

  Thanks to non-surgical regenerative orthopedic options, including cellular treatments and PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) therapy, we now can repair the affected soft tissue, resolve the associated pain and regenerate your hip by providing long-term relief. Regenerative treatment is a minimally invasive procedure with minimal downtime and minimal recovery time. Regenerative cellular therapies for hip bursitis use cells from your own body to stimulate the regenerative ability and accelerate the healing process effectively. In PRP therapy, platelets collected from your body release growth factors that stimulate the healing of the affected part. The hip bursitis recovery time will be between 4-12 weeks after the treatment. But the patients could see the improvement in 1-2 weeks. The follow-up appointment will be scheduled after 8-12 weeks to evaluate the recovery process. In the meantime, the patient should avoid consuming anti-inflammatory drugs and doing strenuous activities. ...

Regenerative Treatments for Sports Injuries

  Sports injuries can side line you from your favourite activities – and many traditional treatments can keep you out of the game for long periods during rest, recovery from surgery, or rehabilitation after procedures. Sports injuries can take a long time to heal, or never fully heal at all. Regenerative therapy, such as Stem Cell treatment and platelet rich plasma (PRP), provided by Medica Stem Cells Clinic gives sports injury patients an alternative to conventional medicine – with proven results.   What is a Regenerative therapy? This is a same-day procedure, the Consultant will decide which line of Regenerative Therapy is most suited to your case.   The options are,   ·          Prolotherapy ·          PRP ·          Mesenchymal cell therapy ·          Stromal vascular fraction therapy....

Regenerative Medicine & Knee Pain. How & Why?

  With more young boys and girls engaging in sports activities and adults regularly training in the gym or actively and passionately playing a sport, unfortunately, we are bound to see more of the ugly side of it. Whether an amateur or professional, you may be injured during active play or training and be forced to stop all activities for recovery and rehabilitation and in extreme cases for surgery. Almost 400,000 people in Ireland suffer from  osteoarthritis,  and it is by far the most common form of knee arthritis.  Post-traumatic arthritis  can also develop years after an injury, such as a meniscus tear or ligament injury. Regenerative Medicine   has revolutionised the treatment approach for knee and other joint injuries. The procedure aims to make use of one’s own self-healing powers aid in repairing, rebuilding and strengthening the damaged tissue. The end result is pain alleviation. This is a non-surgical treatment, thus eliminating or en...

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection: How It Works

  Your blood is not all cells but is predominantly made of a fluid called plasma in which your red and white blood cells are suspended. Also floating in the plasma are cells called platelets and their role is to clot the blood to stop a bleeder. In addition, platelets have proteins called growth factors that would be responsible for the healing and regenerating powers after damage to a blood vessel wall. Your blood is not all cells but is predominantly made of a fluid called plasma in which your red and white blood cells are suspended. Also floating in the plasma are cells called platelets and their role is to clot the blood to stop a bleeder. In addition, platelets have proteins called growth factors that would be responsible for the healing and regenerating powers after damage to a blood vessel wall. Growth factors are the key to the increased healing time and dramatic pain relief of PRP therapy that has proven successful in a variety of conditions as a stand-alone line...

Stem Cell Therapy: The Myths and Misconceptions debunked

Stem Cell therapy has evolved over the years to become a viable alternative treatment for people suffering from Osteoarthritis, joint pain, ligament, tendon damage and other conditions. Stem cells can multiply and turn into “specialized” cells to target whatever injury or condition needs and help to heal the affected area of the body by replacing worn out or damaged tissue.   So what’s preventing some patients from taking advantage of this revolutionary therapy?   It’s time to set the record straight. Here are some common misconceptions about Stem Cell therapy, along with the facts you ought to know:   Myth: All stem cells are the same False: There are many types of stem cells, but we can separate them into two large groups: the adult and the embryonic. The differences between the two are striking, not only at the biological level, but also in applications of medical procedures.   Myth: Stem Cells for treatments are harvested from embryos False: ...

An Alternative to Knee Surgery- Regenerative Cellular Therapies

  Regenerative cell treatments and PRP may offer an unconventional alternative to knee surgery or knee replacement. Medica Stem Cells regenerative treatments are minimally invasive non-surgical procedures. Treatments provide long-lasting relief from symptoms with minimal downtime and enhance recovery within a short period using your own body's healing power to treat knee arthritis and knee-related injuries. Our patients benefit from reduced pain and enhanced functionality of the knee without undergoing surgery or knee replacement.   Can Regenerative Therapy Revitalize Your Knee Joint Without Surgery?   Imagine climbing the stairs where your knee catches and buckles with severe ache. What happens if you fall unexpectedly and if you are unable to get up? You may not be ready to consult a physician as you would have seen your relatives spent more on procedures that did not prove to be effective.   No worries! We are here to help you understand your natural...