Can Stem Cell Therapy Make My Migraines Stop

 

Stem cells are cells which have the potential to become any other cell in the body as they grow. They are most abundant in embryos, when they contribute to the formation of all of the body's parts; as well as in umbilical cord blood. In adults, stem cells are still present, mostly in the bone marrow.

About Stem Cell Therapy

Stem cell therapy has been used for a number of conditions in recent years, most famously for the treatment of leukemia and neuromuscular diseases. Since stem cells can grow into any type of cell, researchers are expanding their application to treat a range of other conditions that are caused by damage to the body parts. Examples include disc degeneration, traumatic wounds, and even migraines.

Stem cell therapy for migraines uses adult stem cells, harvested from your own bone marrow. The harvested stem cells are then injected into your body, near where the affected area is. The stem cells are then able to multiply and grow, replacing the damaged cells which are causing your migraines. Many patients have seen relief of symptoms with stem cell therapy.

Who is a Candidate?

You may be a candidate for stem cell therapy for migraines if you suffer from chronic migraines that have not been relieved by other treatment methods. Since stem cell therapy is a relatively invasive procedure, your doctor is unlikely to recommend it unless all other options have been exhausted.

It's also important that anyone undergoing stem cell therapy for migraines understands the risks as well as the benefits of the treatment. Stem cell therapy in general is well-established as safe and effective - but for the treatment of migraines, it is still considered to be experimental. This means that there are no guarantees in terms of effectiveness.

Only your doctor can determine whether or not you're a good candidate for stem cell therapy. At your consultation, your physician will give you more information about what to expect from the procedure.

To schedule a consultation about stem cell therapy for your migraines, please click below and enter your information or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at (646) 374-1799.