DR. DAVID GREENE R3 STEM CELL
Stroke is a leading cause of longterm disability, affecting millions of peopleworldwide.
Stem cell therapy offers a promising approach to enhance recovery and improve the quality of life for stroke
In this presentation, we will explore the transformative impact of stem celltherapyinstrokerehabilitation.
• Stroke is a sudden disruption of blood supply to the brain, leading to brain damage.
• It can result in various physical, cognitive,andemotionalimpairments.
• Common consequences of stroke include paralysis, speech difficulties, andcognitivedeficits.
• Traditionalrehabilitationmethodshave limitations in achieving optimal recovery.
Stem cells are undifferentiated cells with the ability to differentiate into various specialized
They can be derived from different sources, such as embryonic tissue, adult tissues, and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).
Stem cell therapy involves the transplantation of these cells into the damaged area of the brain.
The transplanted stem cells have the potential to regenerate damaged tissue and promote functional recovery.
• Stem cells have several mechanisms of action that contribute to stroke rehabilitation.
• They can differentiate into neurons and other supporting cells, replacing damaged ones.
• Stem cells secrete various growth factors and cytokines that promote tissue repair and reduce inflammation.
• They can enhance neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize and form new neural connections.
• These mechanisms work together to facilitate the recovery of motor and cognitive functions.
Ongoing research aims to further enhance the effectiveness of stem cell therapy in strokerehabilitation.
Refining stem cell transplantation techniques and optimizing supportive therapiescanimproveoutcomes. The development of novel stem cell-based therapies,suchasengineeredstemcellsor combinationtherapies,holdspromise.
• Stem cell therapy represents a transformative approach to stroke rehabilitation.
• Its potential to regenerate damaged tissue, promote functional recovery, and improve quality of life is remarkable.
• With continued advancements, stem cell therapy has the potential to revolutionize stroke rehabilitation and provide hope for millions of stroke survivors.