Jannat Abu Kaf, 5 years, Cereral Palsy
DOB: 2 January, 2005 in Jerusalem, Israel
Disease treated: Cerebral Palsy
How it happened
During birth, Jannat and her twin brother went through some complications that lead to lack of oxygen in the brain. At the age of 28 weeks, she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
The consequences
Jannat was in very poor condition. She was not able to sit alone. She could not stand and was not even able to crawl. Jannat also had problems with moving her hands. She could not clap them together or hold anything in them, not even food; so she was never able to eat alone. She also had difficulties drinking, especially through a straw or even from her milk bottle. She also experienced speech problems; speaking infrequently and when she did, her words and sentences were not clear so it was hard to understand what she was trying to say.
Treatment and Recovery
In 2008, we heard about a stem cell therapy at the XCell-Center in Germany, so we proceeded to contact them. In December 2008 we traveled to Germany and had the treatment done for Jannat. Two months later, we started noticing that her situation was improving. It was slow in the beginning but we could notice that she was getting better.
Now, one year after her treatment, Jannat can speak clearly and fluently. She can also sit unassisted for around 4-6 minutes. She is even able to stand with the aid of a support.
Jannat is now eating by herself, because the function of her arms and hands are almost normal now. She is also able to drink from her milk bottle, or drink using a straw.
Today, we are once again in Düsseldorf to get a second treatment for our daughter because what we observed after the first treatment, gave us the hope for even greater improvement.
Treatment Evaluation Process
In order to be evaluated for treatment, patients must complete an online medical history form. Once you've completed the online medical history and submitted it, a patient relations consultant will contact you. He or she will assist you with the rest of the evaluation process. Upon treatment approval, your consultant will also assist you with treatment scheduling and trip preparation.
