How does stem cell therapy manage cerebral palsy in kids?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor, My son has cerebral palsy, and we read that some kids got stem cell treatment to help with motor skills. He is seven years old and has trouble walking and talking clearly. Is it too late to try stem cells? Are results usually noticeable quickly, or does it take years? What kind of stem cells are safe for kids like him? We want to make sure we try everything that could improve his quality of life. Please suggest. Thank you.
Hello,
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I have read your query and can understand your concern.
Stem cell transplantation is a regenerative therapy that has the potential to replace the damaged and non-functional cells in the brains of CP (cerebral palsy) patients, as well as to provide support to the remaining neurons and oligodendrocytes. There are many kinds of stem cells, each with different and unique characteristics.
Stem cells are used in the treatment of cerebral palsy due to their ability to transform into cells upon touching damaged brain cells and to treat damaged nerves and muscles. This treatment may slow the progression of the disease, completely stop it, and make it regress. In patients with CP, umbilical cord stem cell therapy has been proven to be the most efficacious type in improving their symptoms as well as the safest with the least side effects. Many patients start to notice mild improvements in mobility within three to six weeks after the procedure. At the age of seven, your son still has the opportunity to have stem cell therapy for cerebral palsy.
I hope this answers your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thank you.
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