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Jun
28
2017
Scientific studies have shown that people disabled by a Stroke exhibited substantial recovery long after the occurrence when modified adult stem cells were injected into their brains. Injecting modified and adult stem cells directly into the brains of chronic Stroke patients has proven to be not only safe but effective in restoring motor function.
The patients who were mobilised, all of whom had suffered their first and only Stroke between half a year and three years prior to receiving the injections remained conscious. This happened under mild anaesthesia in the course of the entire procedure, which consisted of drilling a small hole through their skulls and they were discharged several hours later.
Despite the fact that 75 percent of them suffered from transient headaches following the procedure there were no side effects that could be linked to the stem cells or otherwise life-threatening negative side effects linked to the procedure used to administer them. The headaches were possibly as a result of the surgical procedure and the physical constraints utilized to ensure its accuracy.
Promising Results
The promising results have created a platform for an expanded trial of the procedure that is underway as it is. They also deem creative and innovative thinking regarding the permanence of brain damage necessary as mentioned by Gary Steinberg, who has many years’ worth of experience in working with stem cell therapies for neurological indications.
These were clinically relevant results although it was just a single trial that was small as per reports, involving a trial of 18 patients. The trial was formulated with the aim of testing the safety of the procedure. However, patients improved by a number of standard measures, and this enhancement was not only statistically important but also clinically meaningful. The patient’s ability to move around was clearly evident in spite the fact that six months out from a Stroke, one cannot anticipate any further recovery of the patents from the condition.
Stroke Statistics
About 85 percent of all Strokes occur when a blood clot forms in a blood vessel supplying blood to part of the brain with subsequent intensive damage to the affected region. The distinct loss of function incurred depends on the specific point where within the brain the Stroke occurs and its extent.

What is Stroke ? Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain.

Although approved and recommended therapies for Stroke exist, in an effort to be effective they must be administered within a short while of occurrence a time frame that often is exceeded by the amount of time it takes for a Stroke patient to get medical help from a treatment centre.
As a result of this, only a small percentage of patients benefit from treatment during the acute phase of the Stroke. Most of the survivors end up with enduring disabilities with some lost functionality returning however limited.
More importantly, the post-operative improvement of Stroke patients was independent of their age or the severity of the condition at the onset of the trial. This could revolutionise the concept of what takes place after not only Stroke but also traumatic brain injury and even neurodegenerative disorders.

H/T: Stanford School of Medicine
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May
02
2017
The brain can be starved of oxygen in one of two ways: the blockage of an artery or the bursting of a blood vessel. Either of these instances invariably causes a stroke. When an artery is blocked depriving the body of blood and nutrients one has what is known as an Ischematic Stroke which accounts for roughly 85% of all strokes.
When a blood vessel leaks or bursts the resultant stroke is known as a Haemorrhagic Stroke. The causes may be different but the effect is basically the same.

Signs of Stroke
It is a popular misconception that a stroke strikes suddenly and without warning. This is incorrect and one needs to learn what signs to look out for to save oneself or a loved one from a disease that robs one of adequate mobility and independence.
One of the first signs of an impending stroke is slurred speech. This is very easy to spot since a deviation in normal speech draws immediate attention. It could mean a stroke is on the way. Medical intervention at the earliest possible moment cannot be over-emphasised. The illness may be weeks away or just a few hours. Coupled with slurred speech one may also have difficulty in understanding others speak and may experience some level of confusion.
Other symptoms to look out for include a sudden severe headache accompanied by vomiting and dizziness. Sudden blurred vision (in one or both eyes) and sometimes double-vision may herald a stroke. Sudden dizziness leading to loss of balance and coordination may signs of an impending stroke.
Stroke Symptoms
Sudden numbness or paralysis in the face, arm or leg (typically on one side of the body) may mean you are in the initial stages of having a stroke. A droop on one side of the mouth will often be noticed alongside these signs.

What is Stroke ? Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain.

These signs may come and go and sometimes even disappear. This does not mean that the body has somehow regulated itself. Seek medical advice immediately, even if it is at the middle of the night. Those few hours may be all that stands between you and a debilitating disease. Should you experience a mini-stroke, known medically as a Transient Ischematic Stroke (TIA) and which is caused by a temporary decrease in blood supply to the brain, seek medical advice anyway. A mini stroke puts you at a higher risk of having a full-blown stroke at a later date.
There are a few simple tests that one can do at home to possibly rule out or confirm an imminent stroke. Asking the affected person to repeat a simple phrase enables you to gauge two things: whether they have understood you and whether they are able to repeat in clear speech your phrase back to you. Request the person displaying the symptoms enumerated above to raise both arms above their head. If one arm drifts downwards or if the person is unable to raise it act fast and take them to a suitable health facility or, when this is not possible, call the paramedics immediately. The third simple test that you can perform at home is asking the person to smile. Should a droop on one side of the face be evident, act swiftly and seek immediate medical intervention.
Stroke Awareness Month 2017
Stroke Awareness Month will focus on educating the general public on, among other subjects germane to the disease, these simple observable signs and tests that one can quickly perform at home and quite possibly turn the tide and help check this illness. Among important topics to be discussed include pointing out lifestyle risk factors (obesity, heavy alcohol consumption, lack of exercise and the use of illicit drugs) and medically-related risk factors such as having diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disorders, high blood pressure and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Obstructive Sleep Apnea refers to a sleep disorder where oxygen levels drop sporadically during the night.
Advocacy, community presentations and social media platforms will provide avenues for all who are affected by Stroke to engage, inform and learn on ways to help those living with it and empower caregivers to better look after them.
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Apr
27
2017
Stroke Survivor Nicola Talks About How Stem Cells Alleviated Her Symptoms
When UK native Nicola and her husband decided that traditional therapy wasn’t doing enough to help her in her recovery from a stroke, they found us. Since being accepted and admitted, she’s received stem cell treatments and has experienced wonderful results. She sat and spoke to us about her stay at the hospital in Bangkok.
For something as serious as a stroke, worldwide medical solutions seem lacking. Many people find this out in the most trying time when, out of nowhere, a stroke completely changes someone’s life. Nicola, felt the same frustration when she suffered from one and, as she tried to research ways to alleviate her symptoms, was left looking for better answers.

What is Stroke ? Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain.
From UK To Bangkok For Regenerative Treatment
When she and her supportive husband decided that the traditional therapies weren’t doing enough to defy the root cause of her disease, they took to the internet and found us. They immediately felt better knowing there was a window of opportunity still open to them that might help Nicola regain much of what she had lost after her infarction.
We finally got to meet the person who made our plans to come here run so smoothly. It was nice to meet Hanna and be welcomed by her personally. Nicola
They felt confident in their decision and, after discussing her case with our doctors, planned their trip to come and see us. The Global Stem Cells team welcomed them to Bangkok and brought her to the hospital where she began her stem cell treatment. Since stem cells have had many documented successes in fighting stroke symptoms in the past few years, they were optimistic about what our experts could do to help them.
Improvements After Stem Cell Treatment
As they went through the motions of analysing Nicola’s physical problems, she began undergoing stem cell treatment alongside physical therapy and a regimen of immune-boosting protocols that helped her body and mind bounce back from the trauma.
Receiving acupuncture to boost sensation in my left arm. I can’t feel anything when you stroke my arm, but I can feel the sensation of the needle after some manipulation! Nicola
Within days, Nicola’s energy had returned and her specialists observed an impressive improvement against an ailment that she was told could only be managed and not helped in any way. According to her lead physician, Dr. Nasir, she experienced improvements in many areas including range of motion, motor function and a reduction in spasticity.
I keep working hard everyday to improve my recovery and to put me in a good position to continue training when I return home. Nicola
A message from Nicola and her husband to those considering Stem Cells Treatment
As she sat with her husband to talk to us about her progress, we were thrilled to see her in good spirits, talking about the wonderful progress she had made since they decided to stay with us. From pain relief to discussing how the staff truly helped her and made her feel like she was at home, our patient had nothing but wonderful things to say about her treatment with us.
I would tell them to give it ago. Most definitely. Look into it. Research it but do not discount it. It’s a cutting edge technology and it’s here to stay. We have been delighted with the whole setup from start to finish. I think it’s really worth you looking into it. Nicola

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Mar
26
2017
A Stroke occurs when the flow of oxygen-rich blood to a portion of the brain is blocked. Without oxygen, brain cells start to die after a few minutes. Sudden bleeding in the brain also can cause a Stroke if it damages brain cells. Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability and the leading preventable cause of disability.
Different Types of Stroke
Strokes are categorised into two major categories: Ischemic and Hemorrhagic. Ischemic Strokes are caused by interruption of blood supply, while Hemorrhagic Stroke s are the ones which result from rupture of a blood vessel or an abnormal vascular structure.

What is Stroke ? Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain.

If brain cells die or are damaged because of a Stroke, symptoms occur in the parts of the body that these brain cells control. Examples of Stroke symptoms include paralysis or numbness, sudden weakness and paralysis. Some people may even develop eye problems and slurry or distorted speech.
Stem Cell Treatment for Stroke
Stem cells have the capability to self-renew meaning that they can reproduce themselves many times over. Stem cells are found in the bone marrow, the lungs, the brain among other organs in the body. These cells are our repair kits as they regenerate cells damaged by disease and injury.
It has always been believed that if a Stroke causes damage to the brain, that damage was irreversible. With technological breakthrough, the re-growth of brain cells is now possible and is offering new hope to Stroke victims.
The patient’s own Stem Cells are harvested, activated and put back in the body. These pluripotent Stem Cells then differentiate and migrate to the brain and begin to re-grow as brain cells.
In the clinical trial carried out at the Department of Neurology at the Medical College of Georgia the treatment using Stem Cells did not cause any strong immune reactions in recipients, even those who were unrelated to the donor cells.
The patients in the test showed remarkable improvement in their motor functions, and in the other symptoms associated with a sustained Stroke.
The researchers reported that the treatment may not significantly improve the recovery of patients within the first three months. It does however provide evidence that giving the therapy early within the first 36 hours after Stroke symptoms occur may enhance physical recovery. This treatment reduces the high risk of infections and these benefits continue to benefit the patient months down the line after its administration.
Adult Stem Cells are scalable and require no tissue typing make it a potentially widely and rapidly available therapy for Stroke patients. These cells are harvested, isolated treated and banked, ensuring that they are available when needed. One donor of these cells may provide hundreds of thousands of doses to patients.
Stem Cell Research has come a long way, and in future it is likely that Stem Cell Therapy in the treatment of Stroke patients will be used in addition to other proven treatments once they have been approved for general use in medicine.

If you would like anymore information about the use of stem cells in Stroke treatment, don’t hesitate to contact us.
H/T: Medical College of Georgia
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Oct
15
2016
When Samia suffered a stroke, her life changed dramatically. For someone who was once vibrant and energetic, it was difficult for her to have her daughters take care of her. The stroke symptoms had left her with movement and balance problems, she was always fatigued and she felt depressed at the loss of independence in her life. She underwent a lot of occupational and physical therapy over the past six years, but her lack of progress prompted her daughters to research a more well-rounded approach, which led them to our website and our stem cells and rehabilitation facilities in Bangkok.
After Samia’s stem cell treatment, she commenced her physical therapy and immediately saw some results in doing routine activities, which was very pleasing for her, her daughters and the hospital staff. Samia commented on how happy she was with the staff’s dedication. Although her daughters are fluent in English, Samia mostly speaks Arabic, so it was very comforting to her that a lot of the staff were able to communicate with her in her native tongue. And it didn’t end there. From the facilities and the entire clinical staff, the family felt right at home at the hospital, which helped the patient feel at ease and a lot more confident about her treatment.
There have been some great physical improvements during her time here. She has an increased ability to walk, the capability of dressing herself and there’s the fact that her face barely shows the typical signs of a stroke. But more than that she’s had a renewed sense of life. Not long ago, Samia was inactive, slept a lot and the fatigue brought on by the stroke had her taking naps as well. At the clinic, her daughters noticed how much more independent and energetic she had become. They told us,
She wakes up at 6 o’clock in the morning, before us. She’s like ‘let’s drink tea, let’s have coffee’. She’s very happy.”
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Oct
13
2016
Stroke Patient Samia Improves Drastically During Her Stem Cell Treatment
Samia’s daughters joyfully recounts her mother’s progress because of her stem cells treatment. When Samia suffered a stroke, her life was drastically changed and she had a hard time with day-to-day activities.
Watch their story as they discuss their stay at the hospital in Bangkok.
From Sudan To Bangkok For Regenerative Treatment
Samia from Sudan had a stroke. When her daughters saw how quickly she was deteriorating, they decided to seek as much help as they could.
Upon doing extensive research online, they discovered the use of stem cells as a treatment option. Delighted with their findings, they contacted us for more information.
Samia’s Regenerative Treatment for Stroke
The Regenerative Treatment Samia received included growth factor injections, stem cell injections and complementary therapies that included physiotherapy, aqua therapy, functional therapy and acupuncture.
After receiving treatment, Samia is now able to have a bit of arm movement, bend her knee and she can also put on clothes without much help. She is also more independent than she was before, she speaks more and she feels much better than before treatment.
A stroke is sometimes called a “brain attack,” it occurs when blood flow to an area in the brain is cut off. The brain cells, deprived of the oxygen and glucose needed to survive, die. If a stroke is not caught early, permanent brain damage or death can result.

What is Stroke ? Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain.
A message from Samia and her daughters to those considering Stem Cells Treatment
Taking the step towards having stem cell treatment might be very confusing for some people and some people might not know about it. This is the only thing in the market which can refresh or replace damaged cells in the brain. Nothing else can do that. It helps many situations – stroke is one, but it also helps many other conditions.

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Aug
30
2016
For something as serious as a stroke, worldwide medical solutions seem lacking. Many people find this out in the most trying time when, out of nowhere, a stroke completely changes someone’s life. Nicola, one of our latest patients, felt the same frustration when she suffered from one and, as she tried to research ways to alleviate her symptoms, was left looking for better answers.
When she and her supportive husband decided that the traditional therapies weren’t doing enough to defy the root cause of her disease, they took to the internet and found us. They immediately felt better knowing there was a window of opportunity still open to them that might help Nicola regain much of what she had lost after her infarction. They felt confident in their decision and, after discussing her case with our doctors, planned their trip to come and see us. The Global Stem Cells team welcomed them to Bangkok and brought her to the hospital where she began her stem cell treatment. Since stem cells have had many documented successes in fighting stroke symptoms in the past few years, they were optimistic about what our experts could do to help them.

As they went through the motions of analysing Nicola’s physical problems, she began undergoing stem cell treatments alongside physical therapy and a regimen of immune-boosting protocols that helped her body and mind bounce back from the trauma. Within days, Nicola’s energy had returned and her specialists observed an impressive improvement against an ailment that she was told could only be managed and not helped in any way. According to her lead physician, Dr. Nasir, she experienced improvements in many areas including range of motion, motor function and a reduction in spasticity.
As she sat with her husband to talk to us about her progress, we were thrilled to see her in good spirits, talking about the wonderful progress she had made since they decided to stay with us. From pain relief to discussing how the staff truly helped her and made her feel like she was at home, our patient had nothing but wonderful things to say about her treatment with us.
Watch Nicola’s video here for her full story on her journey with us.
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Aug
12
2016
Unique Access Medical takes pride in being a top-notch provider of Stem Cell therapies for Stroke patients, delivering results that are consistent with being a leader in the field of regenerative medicine. It is therefore that our team was delighted to read the news on the latest studies conducted by Stanford University.
It has come to our attention that earlier this month Stanford University has successfully treated a group of Stroke patients and the improvements have been amazing. According to an article published by the College’s News Centre, 18 patients received adult stem cells in the affected areas of the brain, and the recovery they experienced was substantial.
During the investigation, which was carried by researchers from the Stanford University School of Medicine, the entire treatment was proven to be perfectly safe and surprisingly effective in restoring motor function in patients suffering from Stroke. Not only that, but the treatment lacked any serious side effects; nothing but mild nausea or short-lasting headaches.
The research had started with the goal of studying the safety of such a procedure. However, once the effectiveness of Stem Cells became evident and the recovery their patients had was visible, the doctors couldn’t help but admire the stunning improvements and the entire neuroscience community is still in awe due to previous core belief that brain damage was irreversible and permanent. Needless to say, this thinking has been contradicted with irrefutable evidence.
Dr. Gary Steinberg, who is Bernard and Ronni Lacroute-William Randolph Hearst Professor in Neurosurgery and Neurosiences, was the man in charge of the investigation and it was he who personally performed the surgeries. When asked about the treatment, he said:
Their recovery was not just a minimal recovery like someone who couldn’t move a thumb now being able to wiggle it. It was much more meaningful. One 71-year-old wheelchair-bound patient was walking again. This wasn’t just, ‘They couldn’t move their thumb, and now the can.’ Patients who were in wheelchairs are walking now”.
At our partner hospital, stroke patients have experienced quite similar to those treated by the medical teams at Universities such as Stanford. The results delivered by Unique Access Medical’s Stem Cell Treatments have been exceptional to say the least, and our treatments are always been delivered with the highest standard of safety and professionalism.
Improvements in speech, vision, motor ability and other aspects of your daily life are perfectly achievable by anyone suffering from a Stroke who is willing to take the step of coming to Bangkok and undergoing one of our incomparable treatments.
If any of our readers would like to know more about our Stem Cell treatments for Stroke patients, we kindly invite you to contact us directly and one of our patient representatives will get back to you as soon as possible,
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Jul
15
2016
Present conventional therapies and treatments in medicine do not provide any cure for patients paralyzed due to diseases, paralysis and injuries to the nerves. Most patients are resigned to a life confined to wheelchairs and disabilities in the aftermath of injuries due to road traffic accidents and strokes.
Stem cell therapies have shown some promise in providing treatments that may help these patients recover fully and help them resume their normal lives. More and more clinical trials and researchers are seeing that after injecting patients with stem cells in stroke affected areas, patients start to show improvement in their symptoms. These researchers claim the improvement to be remarkable thus bringing hope to doctors and patients alike in bringing about true difference in care.
Stem cells are specialized cells which hold the potential to repair areas of the body where damage has taken place by replacing the damaged cells with new functioning ones. Since the brain is one of the most complex organs of the body, previous treatments were very limited in improving a patients’ conditions and outcomes. Now, stem cells can help people who are suffering from conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. University studies carried out under strict controls are showing improvement in cognition, muscle mass, coordination and memory among these patients.
So what happens and how do these stem cells repair the brain cells? Stem cells essentially take the brain back to its stage of infancy, when the cells are young and have not learnt anything, and still hold potential to differentiate and become any type of cell they are told to become. When there is an injury in the tissue, the damaged cells give out certain chemicals to tell us the kind of injury that took place. These chemicals trigger cells around them to respond accordingly thus starting the healing process. However, the healing process is very limited in the nervous system of our body.
Stem cells hold the potential to differentiate according to the need of the damaged tissue area and in this way make those cells needed to repair the damage and restore function. These cells are then interconnected with other cells to become part of the nervous system again. This is how body functions start to improve in such patients. The person may start noticing a recovery in sensation in the paralyzed area, may start to use his or her limb and gradually see its strength returning. Through additional therapies such as physiotherapy etc. the function is further improved and patient recovery is attained.
Global Stem Cells has been successfully providing treatments for patients suffering from conditions presently untreatable by conventional medicine. We have many successful cases, with reported improvements in performance and restoration of body functions after suffering from debilitating conditions such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy, optic nerve or eye diseases etc.
Stem cells are of different types; however the most common ones in use are the mesenchymal stem cells. These stem cells help the body regulate its response to injury. In case of nerve injuries, there is much swelling in the areas around the nerves. The mesenchymal cells not only help rebuild and repair cells but also help reduce swelling and inflammation, a natural process that affects the repair of the nerve cells.
Contact Global Stem Cells to hear about our success stories and read testimonials on how these treatments are benefiting our patients get back to their normal life routines.
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Stroke Survivor Nicola Talks About How Stem Cells Alleviated Her Symptoms

From UK To Bangkok For Regenerative Treatment

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A message from Samia and her daughters to those considering Stem Cells Treatment

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