Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment Case Study

Diabetic neuropathy is one of the most common and devastating consequences of diabetes. Characterized by a narrowing of the arteries, diabetic neuropathy commonly affects the nerves leading to the feet, since they are the longest in the body. This condition frequently leads to decreased circulation in the lower part of the legs and the feet.

New Hope for Diabetic Neuropathy Since diabetic neuropathy reduces the amount of oxygen and nutrition supplied to the skin and other tissue, it impairs the healing process, causing injuries to mend poorly and can lead to ulcers, infection, and other serious foot conditions. Often causing crippling pain and deformity, if left untreated, this condition can lead to severe infections and even amputation. In fact, more than half of all lower-limb amputations in the United States occur in people with diabetes—and according to studies and government statistics, over the last 15 years, the U.S. rate of foot amputations from complications of diabetes has soared, approaching 100,000 annually. Prevention and Common Treatment

Diabetes-related amputations have skyrocketed — but doctors say it doesn’t have to be that way.

The first step in both the prevention and treatment of diabetic neuropathy is to establish and maintain safe blood glucose levels. Once diabetic neuropathy has been diagnosed, the level restoration helps prevent further nerve damage. In North America, diabetic neuropathy of the feet is then commonly addressed by proactive foot care and drugs to relieve pain. If foot ulcers persist, general treatment includes debridement or the removal of dead skin, infection control and eliminating weight on the affected foot by use of a wheelchair or crutches. While medically accepted, these interventions are not reducing the yearly number of amputations, are not the only options available to diabetics and do not employ the most cutting edge and current technologies. Global Response In many industrialized countries throughout the world, the therapeutic use of stem cells to heal diabetic neuropathy of the foot is a safe and effective method of treatment. Stem cell therapy is effective in promoting the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis,) and increasing blood flow in the lower extremities. World Class Options While treatment facilities may be found globally, some of the most advanced and respected treatment programs are found in the Chinese provinces.

For almost a decade, Vigendo, LLC has been involved in assisting diabetic patients seek a higher quality of life. Together with some of the brightest minds in medicine today, Vigendo offers five-star individualized travel packages that allow patients suffering from diabetic neuropathy a unique chance to come to China for safe and effective stem cell treatment. Allowing patients to fully cooperate in their treatment plan, Vigendo’s treatment packages are inclusive of all doctor’s visits, treatment procedures and testing and each case is fully evaluated before sign up and arrival Vigendo cooperates with some of the most renowned stem cell scientists and treatment developers in the world. Pioneers in their fields, they boast years of research experience and have received the highest national rating in their country Advanced Treatment At the 309 General Army Hospital in Beijing, China, Dr. Kai Feng, a Vigendo partner, leads a cutting edge treatment program, utilizing stem cells to treat diabetic neuropathy of the foot. The treatment utilizes three types of cells: the patient’s own bone marrow cells, the patient’s own peripheral blood cells and to a lesser extent, cord blood cells taken from the hospital’s own stem cell bank. Depending on the patient’s condition, these are used individually or in combination resulting in the building of new blood vessels and increased blood supply to the affected limb. In a study of over 50 patients, 48 – 83 years old with Wagner level ranging between II – IV and a diabetes diagnosis perimeter between 1.5 and 23 years, 87% of treated patients reported significant improvement. Additionally, clinical data shows ABI (Ankle Brachial pressure Index) values improved immediately and showed increased improvement over time after the stem cell treatment. Future Promise Stem cell treatments hold much promise, not only for diabetic neuropathy, but for other diseases as well. As they become more widely available, it is important to ensure that safety and credibility measures are always met. The International Society for Stem Cell Research (http:// www.isscr.org) has valuable information regarding advances in stem cell treatments and options. For more information on Chinese stem cell treatment packages for diabetic foot conditions, visit www.vigendo.com.