Stem Cell Therapy For Cerebral Palsy

Stem cell therapy is a relatively new form of treatment (still in it’s research stage) for cerebral palsy (CP). In fact, there are currently only two facilities in the United States that perform research trials on stem cell therapy and CP.
Can Stem Cell Therapy Treat Infants with Cerebral Palsy?
Currently, stem cell therapy cannot treat infants nor anyone else who lives with CP, as research into stem cell therapy is still in the laboratory and clinical trial phase. Experts speculate that once the research is out of its clinical trial stages, patients will probably need accompanying forms of treatment as well, such as physical therapy and physiotherapy, which can complement the effectiveness of stem cell therapy.
Before any type of treatment can happen, however, there must be a established proof through a series of research, that shows stem cell therapy will be beneficial for babies with CP.

According to The Stem Cell Institute, stems cells from human umbilical cord tissue (HUC) may be the best treatment option for those with CP. Since these types of stems are harvested and donated, they generally go through rigorous screenings for any viruses and bacteria.