Evolution of cell-based therapies
Over the past decade, great strides have been made in the understanding and potential of targeted cell-based therapies.
What is biocellular medicine?
The term, biocellular , refers to the combination of important biological chemicals (such as growth factors, signal proteins, and chemicals important to wound healing) with undesignated cells (often referred to as adult stem/stromal cells) found widely spread within the body and which participate in tissue maintenance, repair, and regeneration.
Cellular Components
Biocellular regenerative medicine within the United States currently refers to use of autologous, adult (nonembryonic) multipotent cells capable of participating in maintaining tissues (homeostasis), healing, and regeneration.
Biological Components
The biological components in this context refer specifically to the availability of a diverse and important variety of growth factors and signal proteins that interact with the cells of degenerative or damaged sites to help recruit needed reparative cells and materials to repair the area. There are 2 major biological components in common use.
How did biologic and cellular therapeutic concepts evolve?
Aesthetic and plastic surgeons traditionally have dealt with wound healing and scarring issues for many years. During that time, careful study of the processes of homeostasis, remodeling, and repair led to a better understanding of how the body tissues manage to maintain themselves.
What is prolotherapy injection?
Prolotherapy is the regenerative injection treatment that stimulates repair of a painful area of the body. Most notably it is used for arthritic joints (such as degenerative disc disease and knee osteoarthritis), sports injuries (such as a torn meniscus or rotator cuff injury), and chronic pain (such as from bunions and low back pain). The Prolotherapy solution starts with a dextrose base as the primary proliferant (Prolotherapy solution used for injection). The proliferant causes an inflammatory reaction at the injection site, triggering the healing cascade to regenerate and repair the damaged soft tissue. This proliferant works well in most cases, and sometimes minerals or fatty acids may be added to the Prolotherapy solution. In some more severe pain cases, especially with extensive cartilage damage, Biocellular Prolotherapy provides a stronger proliferant by using a person’s own adipose cells.
What is platelet rich plasma?
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) / Stem Cell Prolotherapy is based on the same theory and methodology as dextrose Prolotherapy, however, the solution used is a high-density concentration of the patient’s circulating platelet levels isolated and concentrated by bidirectional centrifugation. Enhanced healing capability is possible when platelet concentrations are increased within injured or damaged tissue. For many years, the importance of platelets was thought to be formation of “plugs,” useful in reduction of bleeding in the tissues. It is now recognized that this may represent the least important function served by platelets. Platelets contain a significant number of key signal proteins, growth factors, chemokines, cytokines and other pro-inflammatory bioactive factors that initiate and regulate basic aspects of the inflammatory cascade resulting in natural wound healing. Elevated platelet concentrations are also known to stimulate the proliferation, differentiation and migration of needed mesenchymal and stromal repair cells to an injury site. Similar to dextrose Prolotherapy, addition of high-density PRP concentrates result in an inflammatory and proliferative response that enhances healing and promotes tissue regeneration.
Why are bio cellulose masks good?
Because they were initially made for compromised skin from burns and wounds, bio-cellulose masks are great for sensitive skin types. “These masks provide hydration and nourishment to help soothe the skin,” explains Dr. Engleman. “The material adheres to the skin tightly, for optimal coverage, and the absorption properties have been proven ...
What is a sheet mask made of?
Enriched with natural zinc, marine algae and hyaluronic acid, this soothing sheet mask provides intense moisture and helps to calm sore, dry skin. The bio-cellulose material creates an impenetrable veil to lock in moisture tight. Photo: Chaunte Vaughn.
Is bioresonance a first line treatment?
Although bio resonance most likely has no negative side effects, it should not be used as a first-line or only treatment for any condition. Last medically reviewed on September 25, 2019.
What is bioresonance used for?
Uses. Research. Risks. Takeaway. Bioresonance is a type of therapy used in holistic or complementary medicine. It uses a machine to measure the frequency of energy wavelengths coming from the body. Those measures are then used to diagnose disease. Promoters say it can also cure certain diseases.
