Stem cells have the ability to divide and develop into any type of cell with a specialized function found in our bodies. The most common type of stem cell therapy practiced today is a bone marrow transplant, where the stem cells are taken from the bone marrow of the patient and then injected into the area of the body that is injured or damaged. The stem cells then get to work to promote the healing of the injured tissue.
In other words, stem cell therapy makes use of the body’s extraordinary ability to heal itself. These naturally-occurring stem cells taken from the healthy parts of your body promote this self-healing process on the damaged area of your body. Not only can this method be used for treating injuries, but it can also even be used for treating certain medical conditions.
When stem cells are needed for a certain purpose, they can even be grown in a lab. The conditions in which they grow are manipulated to be as feasible for their development into the types of cells required such as blood cells, heart muscle cells, or nerve cells.
After these specialized cells are developed, they are then transplanted into the injured or diseased area of the patient’s body, where they promote healing and recovery. For instance, if you undergo a knee injury and you are also treated with stem cell therapy, the injected stem cells can contribute to the growth of healthy tissue in the area, thus promoting a faster recovery period.
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