{"id":11768,"date":"2024-03-11T08:33:22","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T08:33:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/stem-cell-therapy-stroke-rehablitation\/"},"modified":"2024-07-19T02:05:11","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T02:05:11","slug":"stem-cell-therapy-stroke-rehablitation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/stem-cell-therapy-stroke-rehablitation\/","title":{"rendered":"Stem Cell Therapy for Stroke Rehabilitation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- META DATA --><br \/>\n\tmtctheme_content = &#8220;<strong>Stem cell treatment<\/strong> for <strong>stroke<\/strong> patients can bring a new lease of life to them. Stroke, a menacing threat to the brain, is a medical condition marked by rapid degeneration of the functioning of the <strong>brain<\/strong> caused by lack of blood flow, either due to<strong> haemorrhage or blockage.<\/strong>rn<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">As per the list of top ten causes of deaths released by the <strong>World Health Organization (WHO)<\/strong> for the year <strong>2008<\/strong>, stroke and other cerebral vascular diseases were responsible for <strong>6.15 million deaths<\/strong> worldwide, an astonishing <strong>10.8%<\/strong> of the total deaths all over the world. Stroke was also the number two most common cause of deaths for high-income group countries in the same year.<\/p>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">Medical Tourism Corporation facilitates <strong>Stem cell treatment in India and Mexico.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>rnA lot of patients consider <a title=\"Stem Cell Treatment in India for Orthopedic Diseases\" href=\"http:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/medical-tourism\/stem-cell-treatment-in-india-for-orthopedic-diseases\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stem cell treatment in India for orthopedic diseases<\/a>, cardiac failure, muscle damage neurological disorders etc.rnrn<div id=\"qR9J\" class=\"content-area content-area--box\"><p>rnrn<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">Stem Cell Treatment for Stroke &amp; How It Works?<\/h2>\n<p>    rnrnStem cell therapy for stroke is a cutting edge medical procedure which involves using an individualu2019s own stem cells, thus eliminating any likelihood of rejection of the cells by the body.rnrnAfter successfully clinically testing stem cell treatments on mice, the first organisation to be given permission for undertaking clinical tests of stem cell treatment for stroke was a UK based company in <strong>January 2009.<\/strong> This permission was granted by the UK Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency.rnrnStem cell therapy for stroke involves the following:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Adult stem cells are first <strong>extracted<\/strong> from the patientu2019s bone marrow and are then <strong>purified<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>After purification, these are <strong>injected<\/strong> into the patientu2019s body through the antecubital vein, which is present near the elbow in the forearm.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>After injecting the stem cells into the patientu2019s body, these stem cells <strong>travel<\/strong> to the damaged parts of the brain.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>These stem cells then <strong>regenerate<\/strong> into new brain cells and help <strong>repair<\/strong> the damaged parts.<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rnHence, patients are able to revive their <strong>ambulatory and mental functions.<\/strong> In countries such as the US and Germany, <strong>autologous adult stem cells<\/strong> are classified as drugs and hence require the approval of the government before these can be used for treatments.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">Advantages and Disadvantages of Stem Cell Therapy<\/h2>\n    rn<\/p>\n<h3>The Benefits of Stem Cell Treatment Are:<\/h3>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Stem cells are known to <strong>reduce the mortality and morbidity<\/strong> of diseases.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Stem cell therapy can potentially <strong>reverse a disease.<\/strong><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>These are <strong>not toxic<\/strong> and no side effects synonymous with the conventional drug treatments can be associated with stem cells treatment.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Embryonic stem cells can <strong>supply an infinite number of cells.<\/strong><\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Some of the Disadvantages of Stem Cell Therapy Are:<\/h3>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Difficulty in obtaining adult stem cells in<strong> large quantities.<\/strong><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Adult stem cells have a<strong> finite life span<\/strong>, shorter than that of embryonic stem cells.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>There is some controversy on <strong>ethical grounds<\/strong> surrounding embryonic stem cells, though the controversies are almost nil for adult stem cells.<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<div class=\"cta cta--post\"><h2>Learn more about stem cells!<\/h2><h3>Talk to our consultants today<\/h3><a href=\"\/schedule-call\" class=\"cta_button btn\">Book appointment<\/a><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">What Is Stroke?<\/h2>\n    rnrnStroke is excessive damage to parts of the brain caused by <strong>failure of circulation of blood<\/strong> to the <strong>brain<\/strong>. The two major types of stroke are:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Ischemic stroke<\/strong>, caused by blockage of blood vessel, which supplies blood to the brain, due to <strong>clotting<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Hemorrhagic stroke,<\/strong> caused by weakening or <strong>bursting of a blood vessel<\/strong> in the brain, thereby leading to leakage of blood in to the brain.<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rnStroke can result in <strong>paralysis, loss in sensation of pain, touch, <\/strong>or<strong> temperature, urinary incontinence, aphasia or problem in comprehending or using language, irritability, <\/strong>and other <strong>emotional disturbances.<\/strong> People are usually prone to another stroke within the first year of having stroke.rnrn<div id=\"TpOQ\" class=\"content-area content-area--box\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Causes of Stroke<\/h3>\n<p>rnThe main causes of stroke arern<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Alcohol<\/strong>, drug use and <strong>tobacco<\/strong> usage.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Head injuries<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Lifestyle<\/strong> diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>High <strong>cholesterol<\/strong> levels.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>History of stroke in the <strong>family<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Signs of Stroke<\/h3>\n<p>rnThough signs of stroke may vary from person to person, depending on the extent of damage to the brain and the part of the brain in which it occurs, some of the common signs of stroke are:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Feeling <strong>dizzy<\/strong> and finding it difficult to walk.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Feeling <strong>nauseated<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Experiencing trouble in <strong>speaking<\/strong> or comprehending speech.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Numbness<\/strong> in the face and limbs.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Severe <strong>headache<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div>rn<\/p>\n<h3>How To Avoid Stroke?<\/h3>\n<p>rnStroke can be avoided by bringing about some lifestyle changes and keeping a check on medical conditions, such as diabetes and high cholesterol levels that increase the risk of stroke. Some of the things that help reduce chances of stroke are:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Exercising<\/strong> moderately every day.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Avoiding fatty foods<\/strong> and eating lots of vegetables, fruits, and high-fiber foods.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Quitting smoking,<\/strong> as nicotine can narrow down the blood vessels, thereby obstructing blood circulation to the brain.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Relaxing and leading a <strong>stress-free life.<\/strong> Yoga and meditation can help a lot in increasing wellness.<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn&nbsp;rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">Post Stroke Rehabilitation<\/h2>\n    rnrnAccording to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, USA, nearly two-third of the patients survive stroke and require rehabilitation. <strong>Rehabilitation<\/strong> aims at reviving the skills lost due to brain damage.rnrnAlthough a stroke rehabilitation program does not completely undo the effects of brain damage, yet the results of the therapies can be <strong>long lasting.<\/strong> The intent is to re-acquaint the patients with the skills that will help them become independent, since post-stroke, patients feel <strong>weakened<\/strong> and may also be <strong>paralyzed<\/strong>.rnrnRehabilitation begins with acute healthcare at the hospital or at the patientu2019s home through medical agencies, within <strong>a day or two after the stroke.<\/strong> For this, the patientu2019s condition should <strong>stabilize<\/strong> first.rnrnA rehabilitation for stroke program involves:rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Recuperation<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrn<strong>Recuperation<\/strong>u00a0under the watchful eyes of neurologists, psychiatrists, registered nurses, and also geriatricians for elderly patients.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Physical Therapy<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrn<strong>Physical therapy by physiotherapists<\/strong>u00a0for increasing endurance of the limbs, restoring ambulation in patients, and treating problems associated with lack of coordination of and sensation in the limbs. However, if patients cannot regain full strength in the limbs, physiotherapists also teach how to manage without using limbs to their full potential.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Speech Therapy<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrn<strong>Speech therapy by speech pathologists<\/strong>u00a0for treating aphasia and helping the patients in increasing their ability to comprehend language.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Recreational Programs<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrn<strong>Therapeutic recreational programs<\/strong>u00a0for improving the quality of life of patients and helping them getting back to the activities, their hobbies, or other recreational activities that they enjoyed before stroke.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrnDriveru2019s training may also be a part of rehabilitation of stroke patients. 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