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Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy
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So, you’re interested in getting stem cell therapy?
As with any medical procedure, if you’re interested in getting stem cell treatments, it’s important you understand how the procedure works and what to reasonably expect. In this section, we will explain the entire process from start to finish—Where are stem cells extracted from? What laboratory process is used to cultivate and store them? How can they be used in medicine?
The miracle of regeneration
Mesenchymal stem cells are extracted from the bone marrow, and stem cells are harvested.
- The typical process of extracting mesenchymal stem cells is as follows:
We screen patients for any genetic defects or health problems. - Extracted tissues are collected from the qualifying bone marrow of the patient or from a screened donor.
- Our laboratory conducts rigorous genetic, serological, microbiological, flow cytometry, and other tests to ensure the tissues are disease-free.
- Mesenchymal stem cells are harvested from the tissue sample and multiplied in laboratory conditions.
- MSCs are later transplanted into the patient to treat a chronic condition or improve overall cellular regeneration.
- The patients’ stem cell count increases enormously with younger, highly effective pluripotent cells that extend regenerative benefits for up to 3-5 years.
Alternative Medicine By Bars doesn’t use embryonic stem cells which come from human embryos. Mesenchymal stem cells at our clinic are 100% ethically sourced from the bone marrow of healthy, pre-screened donors. These cells are pluripotent, meaning they can become any type of cell needed in the body.
Over the years, some have extracted stem cells from multiple places—some controversial morally and ethically. Unfortunately, some clinics have used pricing techniques and inflated claims to lure in patients. Hence, some patients have experienced life-threatening complications. So it is vital to ask questions and do your due diligence.
We’re constantly renewing our cells without thinking about it.
Why not be more intentional about this natural process to keep ourselves young and in optimal health?
Stem cells are used to treat chronic conditions, repair injuries, and improve cellular regeneration.
Mesenchymal stem cells can differentiate into several different types of cells, including:
- Skin cells (epithelial)
- Cartilage cells (chondrocytes)
- Bone cells (osteoblasts)
- Muscle cells (myocytes)
- Adipose cells (adipocytes)
- Myelin cells (oligodendrocytes)
- Blood vessel cells (endothelial)
- Corneal cells
- Nerve cells
- Neural cells
- Brain cells
All humans have a certain amount of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in their bodies. These self-healing agents remain dormant in the body until called upon to repair damaged tissues or replenish dead cells. As we age, MSCs also age and become increasingly ineffective and depleted overtime. Henceforth, supplementation via transplant of millions of younger, healthy MSCs can lead to a substantial increase in quality of life for patients.
Mesenchymal stem cells are also referred to as stromal cells because they form the connective tissue cells of all organs.
Currently, mesenchymal stem cells have been used to treat autoimmune diseases, orthopedic conditions, and blood disorders.
MSCs have the potential to repair organs and tissues in the body, including:
- Lungs
- Heart
- Liver
- Kidney
- Intestines
- Bone
- Cartilage
- Muscle
- Ligament
- Tendon
- Skin
- Reproductive organs
Because of MSCs are not rejected by the host’s immune system, these transplants provide enourmous increase for the body’s natural healing abilities.
In a clinical study involving tissues obtained under FDA and AATB standards, mesenchymal stem cells were determined to be safe and effective, yet politics prevent these beneficial therapies from being routinely used in North American clinics.
Developed countries in Europe, Asia, and Oceania have implemented policies adopting the use of these international standards, but you won’t find this quality and quantity of pluripotent mesenchymal stem cells anywhere else but at our beautiful clinic in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Meet with a Stem Cell Specialist
These doctors with decades of experience in general medicine, sports medicine, regenerative treatments, and surgical specialties make them uniquely qualified to develop precision-based medicine protocols using mesenchymal stem cells. Now, a specialist experienced in the application of stem cells is just a few clicks away.
Dr. Decio Bars
Chief Medical Director
Dr. Yael Ochoa
Medical Doctor
Carolina Becerra
Registered Nurse
Aaron Torres
Registered Nurse
Request an initial consultation with a specialist to personalize a stem cell treatment protocol for your condition. After your treatment, you will be given post-care instructions and virtual follow-ups to monitor your progress and provide assistance when you return to your home country.
What to expect at our clinic
The caliber of regenerative treatments with mesenchymal stem cells developed by Alternative Medicine By Bars is not available in the USA because bureaucracy has stifled the medical and insurance industry.
Thankfully, our panel of doctors and network of laboratories and researchers have worked with the brightest minds in the world to offer superior stem cell quality without compromising our commitment to helping people improve their lives. Our medical specialists have the credentials and experience to back up our work and give patients the highest standard of care.
When you choose Alternative Medicine By Bars, you get ultra-powerful cells with 94% viability to differentiate into all types of cells needed to heal and regenerate the body.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Stem Cell Therapy in Mexico
Browse some of the main questions we get. Send us any additional questions to answer during your initial consultation held virtually or in-person.
At our clinic, we harvest stem cells typically from the hip bone, femur, or sternum of screened, healthy patients. If blood tests and other studies demonstrate that the patient's own bone marrow is not eligible for cell extraction, we will use a qualified donor who has been screened by our doctors.
The bone marrow is a spongy tissue found in the center of the bones. It functions like a "factory" for new cells and stores fat and certain types of stem cells.
The bone marrow is responsible for producing, maturing, and releasing into the bloodstream a variety of cell types when needed: white cells needed to fight infection, stem cells that make up the immune system, red blood cells needed to carry oxygen, platelets needed to stop bleeding, collagen needed for healthy skin, muscles, tendons, cartilage, and bones, glucosamine to combat osteoarthritis, relieve joint pain, and reduce inflammation in the joints, and more.
Researchers have confirmed that bone marrow contains rich reserves of stem cells, growth factors, cytokines, hyaluronic acid, exosomes, and other extracellular matrix components. Stem cells derived from the bone marrow can be transplanted into humans and become any type of cell to repair and regenerate the body!
Before it was popularized by celebrities, for over 35 years, our doctors have been harnessing the tissues in the bone marrow to reproduce and harvest stem cells to regenerate organs, rejuvenate cells, and treat diseases.
How much does stem cell therapy cost in Mexico?
Stem cell therapy in Mexico costs between $4000 USD to $25,000 USD depending on the condition being treated. You can get 10x the results and save up to 40% in total out-of-pocket costs compared to an equivalent stem cell treatment in the USA.
At Alternative Medicine By Bars, our all-inclusive stem cell treatment protocols can include doses of up to 300 million mesenchymal stem cells (way more than what you can get in the USA), doctor consultation fees, lab work, auxiliary medical treatments, daily transportation, personalized prepared meals, and more!
Even including plane tickets, lodging, and other expenses, our stem cell therapy protocol is more accessible than what you would have to pay for equivalent treatments with stem cells in the USA or Canada. So it’s worth it to get a vacation in Mexico while you receive treatments.
Every year, over 1 million tourists mainly from North America, Europe, and Asia undergo quality medical treatments that would cost twice or up to 5 times as much in their home countries.
What type of stem cells do we use at our clinic?
At our stem cell clinic in Mexico, we use 100% ethically sourced human pluripotent mesenchymal stem cells derived from the healthy bone marrow of screened patients.
These types of stem cells are called pluripotent because they are the most powerful and versatile cells that can become any type of cell in the body: brain cell, heart cell, liver cell, bone cell, skin cell, muscle cell—whatever type of cell your body needs.
Your doctor will review your lab work and current health condition to determine the best application technique and the right quantity and type of stem cells for your condition.
Is it safe to get stem cell therapy in Mexico?
Just as you would choose the most qualified surgeon to operate on you, you should endeavor to find a qualified doctor to administer your regenerative treatments. Every year, millions from all over the world travel to Mexico for dental surgery, plastic surgery, and many other specialized medical procedures for a fraction of the cost. Especially if you’re not familiar with the area, you’ll want to stay away from places close to the border, such as Tijuana.
At Alternative Medicine By Bars, our doctors and clinical team are committed to practicing safe medicine that is regulated by COFEPRIS, Mexico’s equivalent to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Our beautiful clinic is located in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, one of the safest and most prestigious and affluent cities of Mexico.
Is Alternative Medicine By Bars's stem cell therapy superior to the USA?
Thanks to the quality and quantity of cells transplanted, yes, our mesenchymal stem cell therapy is superior to therapies available in North America, hence why patients are traveling to Mexico to receive treatment.
- Quality of stem cells: our clinic and partners use international-caliber cellular expansion and cryopreservation techniques that yield mesenchymal stem cells that are about 10x more potent than others in North America. These procedures and our supplementary therapies ensure the stem cells from our clinic have a 94% viability rate for differentiation at the time our patients receive the cellular transplants.
- Quantity of stem cells: Thanks to these advanced procedures, you can receive up to 800 million mesenchymal stem cells in a single dose at our clinic! Which is 20x more than clinics in North America and other countries that can only provide upwards of 40 million stem cells. Because they have not yet adopted these international standards, those cells are typically of low viability rate, are from controversial sources, and are permitted in only a few cases.
In fact, beyond the Americas, there are many other countries in Europe, Asia, and Oceania that use these superior techniques for stem cell therapy. Our stem cell clinic in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is more accessible for travel, price, and quality.
Ready to get stem cell treatment at our clinic in Mexico?
Put your newfound knowledge about stem cells to good use. The next step is to send a message to our medical team to review your lab results and health history to determine if you are a candidate for stem cell treatment. Then, on a free video or phone consultation, we’ll discuss a suggested treatment protocol and pricing.
