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Conditions

R3 Stem Cell offers a disease awareness library of conditions, which you can learn a lot about by clicking below. Currently, R3 Stem Cell has received Institutional Review Board (IRB) for the investigation of certain condition categories. You can read about the study on ClinicalTrials.gov here:

SAFETY AND CLINICAL OUTCOMES WITH AMNIOTIC AND UMBILICAL CORD TISSUE THERAPY

ACHILLES
TENDONITIS

ACHILLES TENDONITIS

Achilles tendon is the connective tissue that joins the muscles at the back of the leg to the heels. Swelling and pain in the Achilles tendon is known as Achilles tendinitis.
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ACHILLES TEARS

ACHILLES TEARS

The Achilles tendon, the largest tendon in the body, joins the calf muscles to the heel bone. This tendon enables one to walk, run and jump. Achilles tendon tears happen when the tendon stretches beyond its capacity.
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ALS

ALS

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou-Gehrig’s disease, is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by progressive degeneration of the motor nerves. According to statistics, the worldwide incidence of the disease is 2.5 per 100,000 persons.
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ACHILLES
TENDONITIS

ACHILLES TENDONITIS

Achilles tendon is the connective tissue that joins the muscles at the back of the leg to the heels. Swelling and pain in the Achilles tendon is known as Achilles tendinitis.
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ACHILLES
TENDONITIS

ACHILLES TENDONITIS

Achilles tendon is the connective tissue that joins the muscles at the back of the leg to the heels. Swelling and pain in the Achilles tendon is known as Achilles tendinitis.
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ACHILLES
TENDONITIS

ACHILLES TENDONITIS

Achilles tendon is the connective tissue that joins the muscles at the back of the leg to the heels. Swelling and pain in the Achilles tendon is known as Achilles tendinitis.
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ANTI AGING

ANTI AGING

With the increasing amount of elderly people in the US growing at a hefty rate, there will be a significant impact on the uptick in age-related diseases and healthcare costs.
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ARTHRITIS

ARTHRITIS

Arthritis is characterized by stiffness, swelling and pain in the joints. The joints in the body serve as connections between bones. Degeneration of the joints due to arthritis leads to reduced flexibility and mobility. Some cases of arthritis can cause damage to other organs as well, such as the eyes and skin.
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ARTHRITIS
EXTREMITIES AND SPINE

ARTHRITIS EXTREMITIES AND SPINE

Arthritis is characterized by stiffness, swelling and pain in the joints. The joints in the body serve as connections between bones. Degeneration of the joints due to arthritis leads to reduced flexibility and mobility.
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AUTISM

AUTISM

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurological disorder that affects the way a person interacts with others, inhibiting their social interaction, communication, and behavioral development.
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AUTOIMMUNE
DISEASES

AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES

Autoimmune diseases are leading causes of death among young and mid-aged women in America. For rheumatoid arthritis, the rate is 20 cases per 100,000 person-years. Grave disease effects 500 per 100,000 persons. …
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BACK PAIN

BACK PAIN

Back pain, a common problem experienced by most people, is characterized by muscle ache, shooting pain, limited flexibility of the back and difficulty in standing.
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CARDIOMYOPATHY

CARDIOMYOPATHY

Heart failure (HF) affects millions of individuals worldwide, both genders, and all races. HF affects 5 million Americans and is a condition where the heart progressively weakness, unable to produce enough blood to meet the body’s demands.
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CARPAL
TUNNEL SYNDROME

CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that develops when the median nerve gets compressed at the wrist. Symptoms include weakness or numbness in the palm and wrist, and radiating pain in the arm.
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CARTILAGE
DEFECTS

CARTILAGE DEFECTS

Cartilage is the cushioning tissue found in between bones. It provides lubrication to the joint and supports joint stability, flexibility and range of mobility.
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COPD

COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a medical condition that affects around 4% of the general population. Bronchitis, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, and asthma all can contribute to COPD.
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CRPS/RSD

CRPS/RSD

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), or reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), is a condition characterized by trophic skin changes, swelling, bone loss, contracture, vasomotor and sudomotor instability, as well as allodynic pain.
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DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE

DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE

A closer looks at the vertebral column will reveal that between adjacent vertebrae there exists a disc, acting as a cushion. The disc acts as a shock absorber, and the mechanical stresses of movements are transferred from the bones to the disc.
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DIABETES

DIABETES

The burden of diabetes worldwide is increasing, and this disease contributes to low quality of life, human suffering, morbidity, and mortality. New drugs are being developed, such as glucagon-like peptide mimetics and glucose transporter inhibitors.
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ELBOW
TENDONITIS

ELBOW TENDONITIS

Elbow tendinitis is caused by damage to the elbow tendons, and is classified as tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow, depending on the site of tenderness. Tendons are tissues that connect muscle to bone. People who perform repetitive gripping activities are susceptible to this condition.
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ERECTILE
DYSFUNCTION

ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION

Erectile dysfunction (commonly abbreviated as ED, and sometimes referred to as impotence) can show up unexpectedly in times of stress and duress, or frequently manifest and cause problems in the patient’s sex life.
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FAILED BACK
SURGERY SYNDROME

FAILED BACK SURGERY
SYNDROME

Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS), also known as failed back syndrome (FBS), refers to a condition of continued pain after back or spinal surgery. The success rate of spinal surgery can be quite high;
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FRACTURES

FRACTURES

A fracture is a broken bone, and may be caused by accidents, injuries, overuse, bone disorders and osteoporosis. Symptoms of a fracture include misshapen limbs, swelling, bleeding, intense pain and difficulty moving the affected limb.
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HAND AND
WRIST ARTHRITIS

HAND AND WRIST ARTHRITIS

Arthritis affects the joints of the body, and can be classified into several types based on the etiology of disease—osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, to name a few. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive deterioration of articular cartilage cushioning the ends of bones due to wear and tea
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HEADACHES

FAILED BACK SURGERY
SYNDROME

A headache is characterized by pain in the head, scalp or neck region. Common causes of headache include stress, depression and injur
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HEART FAILURE

HEART FAILURE

Heart failure (HF) affects millions of individuals worldwide, both genders, and all races. HF affects 5 million Americans, and is a condition where the heart progressively weakness, unable to produce enough blood to meet the body’s demands.
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HIP ARTHRITIS

HIP ARTHRITIS

Arthritis, or degeneration/inflammation of the joints, can affect the hip joint. It is estimated by a 2010 survey that 22% of the US population have some form of arthritis. This condition is also reported to result in compromised work-life in a third of all working-age arthritis patients.
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INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS

Interstitial cystitis is a condition characterized by chronic pain and discomfort that affects the bladder. It is also called bladder pain syndrome, and not much is known about the condition
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KIDNEY FAILURE

KIDNEY FAILURE

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney failure are common conditions, associated with 12% of cardiovascular and all-cause mortality. End stage renal disease (ESRD), or kidney failure, accounts for 6% of the Medicare spending in the United States.
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KNEE ARTHRITIS

KNEE ARTHRITIS

Knee arthritis is characterized by inflammation of the knee, leading to pain, swelling and stiffness. According to the National Health Interview Survey in 2012, more than 51 million people in the US are reported to have some form of arthritis.
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KNEE
LIGAMENT INJURIES

KNEE LIGAMENT INJURIES

The knee, the largest joint in the body, plays a vital role in movement. The knee is composed of three bones—the thigh bone (femur), shinbone (tibia) and kneecap (patella).
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KNEE
TENDONITIS

KNEE TENDONITIS

The knee is an important joint of the body. Repeated injury or the overuse of the knee, such as during certain types of sports, may lead to stress on the tendons of the knee. Repeated stress causes tears in the tendon, and gradually weakens the structure, resulting in inflammation and pain.
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LICHEN
SCLEROSUS

LICHEN SCLEROSUS

Lichen sclerosus is a not so common skin condition that commonly affects the skin of the genital and perianal regions. This condition can also develop on the skin of the torso, upper arms, breasts or any other parts of the body, although, very less commonly
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LYME
DISEASE

LYME DISEASE

Lyme disease is an infectious disease transmitted through tick bites. The deer tick is the most common one to harbor the Borrelia burgdorferi organism that is associated with Lyme disease.
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MIGRAINES

MIGRAINES

A migraine headache is characterized by severe throbbing or pulsating pain in the head. Migraine headache is also associated with nausea, visual disturbances and sensitivity to light and sound.
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MULTIPLE
SCLEROSIS

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Multiple sclerosis is a progressive disease of the Central Nervous System (CNS). It causes demyelination of the covers of the nerves in the brain and spinal cord
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NECK
PAIN

NECK PAIN

Neck pain is a common condition, and may be the result of a variety of different causes. Neck pain may arise from injuries to the structures of the neck, such as muscles, nerves, bones and intervertebral discs.
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NEUROPATHY – PERIPHERAL
AND DIABETIC

NEUROPATHY – PERIPHERAL
AND DIABETIC

Neuropathy is a general term that is used to describe a disease affecting the nerves in the body. There are significant differences between neuropathy and other diseases that affect the nerves
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PARKINSON’S
DISEASE

PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder that affects 1% of the general population over the age of 60 years. It is a progressive condition characterized by loss of dopaminergic neurons in the region of the ventral midbrain, and nerves of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
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PELVIC
PAIN

PELVIC PAIN

Pelvic pain is experienced at the bottom of the abdomen and pelvis. Typical symptoms of pelvic pain include dull or sharp pain that may radiate out towards the lower back, buttocks or thighs.
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PHANTOM
LIMB PAIN

PHANTOM LIMB PAIN

Phantom limb pain refers to the pain sensation experienced following amputation of a limb, wherein the body feels as if the missing limb is still existing.
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PLANTAR
FASCIITIS

PLANTAR FASCIITIS

Plantar fasciitis is caused by the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a supporting tissue that connects the heel bone to the toe and runs across the bottom of the feet.
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POSTHERPETIC
NEURALGIA

POSTHERPETIC NEURALGIA

Postherpetic neuralgia is a painful condition that is caused by the residual effects of shingles. It usually occurs after someone has had shingles, and the pain is confined to peripheral nerves (nerves outside the central nervous system).
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POSTLAMINECTOMY
SYNDROME

POSTLAMINECTOMY
SYNDROME

Phantom limb pain refers to the pain sensation experienced following amputation of a limb, wherein the body feels as if the missing limb is still existing.
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PUDENDAL
NEURALGIA

PUDENDAL NEURALGIA

Pudendal neuralgia a medical condition characterised by long term pain and discomfort. It is called pudendal neuralgia because the pain originates from damage or injury to the pudendal nerve.
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RHEUMATOID
ARTHRITIS

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

The immune system is responsible for protecting the body against harmful foreign agents. However, autoimmune disorders can cause the body’s immunity to attack its own healthy cells.
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ROTATOR CUFF
TENDONITIS

ROTATOR CUFF TENDONITIS

Rotator cuff tendinitis, also known as impingement syndrome, is an inflammation of the tendons and muscles of the shoulder joint.
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ROTATOR CUFF
TEARS

ROTATOR CUFF TEARS

The shoulder joint is a ball-and-socket joint, consisting of three bones: the upper arm bone (humerus), the shoulder blade (scapula), and the collarbone (clavicle).
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SACROILIAC
JOINT PAIN

SACROILIAC JOINT PAIN

The sacroiliac joint represents the area where the sacrum and the iliac bones meet. The sacrum is the base of the spine, and consists of 5 vertebrae fused together.
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SCIATICA

SCIATICA

The sciatic nerve passes out from the lower back into the hips, buttocks and then through each leg. Sciatica is when pain is experienced along the pathway of the sciatic nerve, and typically affects one side of the body.
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SHOULDER AND
ELBOW ARTHRITIS

SHOULDER AND ELBOW ARTHRITIS

Elbow arthritis occurs due to worn out cartilage, resulting from injury or regular wear and tear. The elbow joint consists of matched joint surfaces with strong supporting ligaments.
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SACROILIAC
JOINT PAIN

SACROILIAC JOINT PAIN

The sacroiliac joint represents the area where the sacrum and the iliac bones meet. The sacrum is the base of the spine, and consists of 5 vertebrae fused together.
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SCIATICA

SCIATICA

The sciatic nerve passes out from the lower back into the hips, buttocks and then through each leg. Sciatica is when pain is experienced along the pathway of the sciatic nerve, and typically affects one side of the body.
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SHOULDER AND
ELBOW ARTHRITIS

SHOULDER AND ELBOW ARTHRITIS

Elbow arthritis occurs due to worn out cartilage, resulting from injury or regular wear and tear. The elbow joint consists of matched joint surfaces with strong supporting ligaments.
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SPINAL ARTHRITIS
(FACET SYNDROME)

SPINAL ARTHRITIS
(FACET SYNDROME)

Facet syndrome, also known as spinal arthritis, is characterized by inflamed facet joints. These joints provide links between adjoining vertebrae, and are important for smooth movement, posture and balance.
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SPINAL
STENOSIS

Spinal stenosis is caused by the narrowing of spinal space, leading to pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots.

SPINAL STENOSIS

The sciatic nerve passes out from the lower back into the hips, buttocks and then through each leg. Sciatica is when pain is experienced along the pathway of the sciatic nerve, and typically affects one side of the body.
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STROKE

STROKE

Ischemic stroke, also called a cerebrovascular accident, is caused by interrupted or decreased blood supply to a portion of the brain.
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TENDONITIS

TENDONITIS

Tendons are thick fibrous connective tissues that attach muscles to bones, and thereby help support movement.
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TENDONITIS AND TEARS

TENDONITIS AND TEARS

The Achilles tendon is the strongest and largest tendon (fibrous cord) that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. Achilles tendonitis is an injury resulting from excessive or repetitive stress on the ankle generally due to some strenuous activity.
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TENSION
HEADACHES

TENSION
HEADACHES

A common type of headache is the tension headache, which is characterized by mild to moderate diffuse pain.
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TRIGEMINAL
NEURALGIA

TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

The 5th cranial nerve, known as the trigeminal nerve, covers wide areas in the brain. The trigeminal nerve conducts sensations from the face to the brain using three braches—the ophthalmic, maxillary and mandibular branches.
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