An explanatory video by Clinic Director Dr. Junya Higuchi
「Rejuvenation」「curing diseases」 and 「regenerating tissues」 — these are phrases often heard recently in connection with stem cell therapy, but what is the reality? While more than 1,000 clinical trials are said to be underway worldwide, exaggerated claims have also become increasingly common. A medical specialist explains candidly what is known, what is still unknown, and the true current state of the field.
※ This video/article is intended to provide medical information. It is not intended to recommend the diagnosis or treatment of any specific disease, nor does it guarantee any effects or efficacy. Please be sure to consult a medical institution regarding your individual symptoms.
What You Will Learn in This Video
- What are stem cells?
- Their role as the body’s “repair switch”
- Disease areas where research and clinical trials are advancing, such as osteoarthritis and post-stroke sequelae
- The potential for anti-aging applications and the current state of scientific evidence
- Japan’s legal regulatory framework (the Act on the Safety of Regenerative Medicine) and the concept of safety
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