Treatment for Muscular Dystrophy in Mumbai India He is a known case of MD (?DMD) with symptoms starting at age of 7 years. Initially, he had lower limb muscle weakness that gradually progressed to difficulty in walking, walking on toes and frequent falls and climbing stairs. At 10 years, they consulted an orthopaediatrician when investigations were done and he was diagnosed as DMD. Neurologically, he is hypotonic and hyporeflexic. He has muscle weakness ,more in the lower limbs as compared to upper limbs (proximal more than distal).He is grade 4 distally grade 3 proximally in both upper limb lower limb. He has pseudohypertrophy of bilateral calf muscles and tongue. He has slight waddling gait. He sits in kyphotic posture. Functionally, independent in most ADL. On Brooke scale he scores 1 and on Vignos scale he scores 3. On FIM he scores 107. After Stem Cell Therapy 1) While playing cricket, during batting doesn't fall now as he hits the ball. Earlier would always fall. 2) Now when walking slowly does not fall. Earlier would fall at least 4-5 times/day. Now reduced by 10% according to father. 3) Getting up from floor is easier. 4) Lordotic posture has reduced. 5) … Continue reading →

Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy Treatment in Mumbai India He is a known case of CP, with history of twin, preterm, C-section delivery with LBW and poor Apgar scores. Gradually, parents noticed that his milestones were delayed as compared to his twin brother. So he was investigated and diagnosed to have CP. He was then recommended rehabilitation. Neurologically, he is hypertonic and hypereflexic. On examination: He has all sensations intact. He is normal intellectually, for his age and follows commands. He has poor voluntary control of bilateral lower extremity and fair fine motor activity of upper extremity. He walks with elbow crutches with croch Gait. After Stem Cell Therapy PT assessment-- Subjectively: 1) Parents report that while kneeling can balance and duration has increased, can do for 45 minutes. 2) No collapse while standing, needs assistance to stand but balance has improved. 3) Transfers are easier -- like getting up and sit down -- control descent. 4) Push off is better while walking, ie stability has improved. 5) ADL independent -- toileting activities, upper extremities dressing like T-shirts but not shirts due to buttoning, requires minimal help in lower body dressing. 6) Speed in handwriting is better and there is slight … Continue reading →

Spastic Quadriplegia Cerebral Palsy Treatment in Mumbai India She is a known case of Cerebral Palsy with history of Full term normal delivery with history of birth asphyxia, and poor post natal intervention. Parents noticed delayed motor milestones in her at 4 months of age so they were recommended exercise for her; which they continued as home programme. She has no history of convulsions. Neurologically, she is hypertonic and hypereflexic. On examination: she has no voluntary control of all 4 limbs. She has partial neck holding. She has no sitting balance. She has no speech developed and has poor oromotor skills. Cognitively, she seems to be poor, as she does not follow commands, nor has social smile. She has microcephaly. She has no bowel bladder control. After Stem Cell Therapy 1) Drooling reduced. 2) Spasticity reduced. 3) Able to sit 10-15 seconds with crossed leg (formerly she used to straighten the legs immediately). 4) Bangs on swiss ball with both hands. 5) Able to recognize the people at home. 6) Standing tolerance has increased. Can stand for 1 hour without crying. 7) Now she is trying to come in sitting from sidelying. 8) Started coming to side lying position from … Continue reading →

Moderate Mental Retardation with Behavioral Issues Improves with Stem Cell Therapy Stem Cell Therapy done at NeuroGen Brain and Spine Institute Surana Sethia Hospital Sion-Trombay Rd, Suman Ngr Opp Corporate Park, Chembur, Mumbai -- 71. Tel : 022 - 25283706, 022 - 25281610, Mob : +91 9920 200 400 http://www.neurogen.in http://www.stemcellsmumbai.com By: neurogenbsi … Continue reading →

Quick links to other pages on this site | Still can't find it? see Site Index Provided Penelope Jean holds Sabrina, who will get stem-cell therapy to try to reverse her kidney disease. A 14-year-old cat with kidney disease may get an extra life. Sabrina, a black domestic longhair with yellow eyes, today will get the first of a series of stem-cell therapies that could reverse her renal failure. Not only could the treatments extend Sabrinas life by several more years, they could eliminate the need for the daily fluid injections and special foods that she has to have now, according to her owner, Penelope Jean of Folly Beach. Most people who meet her think shes a kitten, Jean said. This could give her another four years of life or more. Then theres the bigger picture. Sabrina is part of a study that could lead to better treatment for both animals and humans. A couple of similar studies have been done elsewhere, but this is the first of its kind in Charleston, according to Ruth Roberts, the veterinarian at Sun Dog Cat Moon on Johns Island who is performing the treatments. Our intention is it will begin to repair the … Continue reading →