Diabetes mellitus is a chronic autoimmune condition that is on the rise in many populations around the world. diabetes type 1 occurs when the autoimmune system targets β cells in the pancreas, resulting in the loss of the body’s ability to produce insulin. For these patients, the only option for survival becomes the administration of […]

Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disorder that impacts the central nervous system for the most part. It can lead to the gradual degeneration of the nervous system. This occurs due to the inflammation of the myelin sheath which protects the nerve fibers. Because of demyelination, there is a disruption in the nervous system that leads […]

Pathophysiology Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurodegenerative condition that affects the motor functions of patients, resulting in deterioration of the ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) in a short period of time. As the disease progresses, patients of ALS lose the ability to walk and even swallow. Breathing may eventually be compromised […]

Introduction to the Autoimmune Challenge Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) impacts nearly every aspect of the sufferer’s daily life. The hallmark of this chronic autoimmune disorder is the manifestation of chronic pain and damage to body systems from the patient’s runaway immune system. In addition to chronic pain and organ damage, patients sustain debilitating fatigue from […]

The Pressing Demand for Enhanced Skeletal Regeneration Injuries to the skeleton as well as congenital deformities of the skeletal system can lead to serious and permanent functional limitations and loss of quality of life. Patients who have large deficits in the structural continuity of their skeleton suffer daily from pain and limited mobility. Current and […]

Devastating Effects of Autoimmune Joint Destruction Progressive joint inflammation is a personal hell for millions, and many suffer at the hands of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). This condition takes a serious toll on patients’ physical and emotional states and worsens deterioration of joints and inflammation. This autoimmune disorder is particularly insidious as it persists and attacks […]

Pulmonary Crisis Severe lung inflammation is a serious global health problem. Patients in respiratory failure must have emergency treatment to avoid death. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) causes diffuse injury to lung alveoli and respiratory failure with a significant reduction in the efficiency of the exchange of respiratory gases. Patients with ARDS are hospitalized for […]

Cerebral Palsy (CP) refers to a group of disorders that generally occur from abnormal development of the brain or damage to the developing brain. These disorders are generally characterized by a reduced ability to exercise control over the muscles as a result of impaired reflexes and coordination. This results in an altered course of development […]

The Burden of Joint Degeneration Osteoarthritis (OA), a progressive disease associated with the loss of articular cartilage and chronic joint pain, represents a significant challenge for the global community. As this degenerative disease progresses, millions of people suffer from reduced quality of life from chronic pain and reduced mobility. The deterioration of articular cartilage exposes […]

Living with Chronic Gastrointestinal Disease Chronic gastrointestinal inflammation has life-changing impacts that extend well beyond physical health. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) presents with agonizing abdominal cramps, chronic diarrhea, debilitating fatigue and severe weight loss complemented by an ever-present fear of sudden and unpredictable disease flare that impacts both personal and professional life. IBD destroys the […]

The Erratic Toll of Neurological Deterioration Progressive neurodegenerative disorders wreak havoc on everyday life. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is particularly devastating as it attacks and destroys the Central Nervous System (CNS) along with the myelin sheath on nervous system fibers. Physical and cognitive disabilities and emotional stress are constant companions of the disease. The progressive nature […]

Understanding The Neurodegenerative Crisis There are well over a hundred different types of neurodegenerative diseases, and they bring with them considerable, serious crises of public health to many countries around the world. One of these, which has effects on many millions of families, is the Stem Cell-treatable disease of Alzheimer’s. There is acceleration of a […]

The Effects of Complete Liver Failure Complete liver failure results in the progressive deterioration of the quality of the patient’s life. End-Stage Liver Disease (ESLD) causes altered metabolic functions with chronic bodily exhaustion and is coupled with life-threatening (and possibly evolving) encephalopathy. These chronic and progressive bodily symptoms disturb the normal state of living and […]

Life Changing Effects of the Injury Active individuals experience pain and disruption in their daily routines from chronic inflammation of the Jumper’s Knee. Athletes of all types are unable to complete daily activities because of the condition’s debilitating pain. Since conservative treatments have little long-term success, there is an obvious need for a more forceful […]

Chronic, autoimmune disorders remain some of the most difficult conditions to manage and treat within the healthcare system due to their multi-faceted manifestations and varying degrees of severity. One of the more problematic aspects is the effect that these conditions have on a patient’s mental and emotional well-being. For patients suffering from Psoriasis, the conditions […]

Neurological Disorders are at the top of the list of global health concerns affecting the lives of millions. Disorders of the central nervous system (CNS) lead to the gradual deterioration of cognitive abilities and profound loss of motor functioning. Patients suffer the loss of the ability to care for themselves. These disorders also are a […]

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a progressive destructive joint condition characterized by dysfunction of the synovium, cartilage, and bone, resulting in physical disability, loss of employment, and decline in the quality of life. Chronic inflammation and immune dysregulation are the hallmarks of the condition. Current treatment options focus mainly on the management of inflammation and pain. There […]

Global Respiratory Burden COPD is a significant global health concern that is a progressive respiratory disease that produces an obstructive breathing pattern to the degree that it interferes with the patient’s activities of daily living. Patients struggle to perform even simple tasks. The current strategies employed by the medical profession focus on relieving the obstructive […]

Neurological disorders are a prominent and growing concern worldwide. Specifically, Parkinson’s disease restricts and affects one’s quality of life due to the loss of control over one’s own body caused by motor difficulties and additionally distressing non-motor symptoms. Sufferers endure the loss of their physical independence. There is a need for the development of advanced […]

Regenerative Joint Healing Shoulder injuries impact upper body movement and can be highly disruptive to day-to-day life. Shoulder Labrum Tears are especially debilitating and can result in significant mobility restrictions and chronic, intense pain. The inability to perform simple, everyday tasks can lead to further psychological distress. Traditionally, the surgical management of joint injuries has […]