Gilda Bertran, Age 54 years, Parkinson's Disease
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Country: Mexico
Born: 16 November 1955
Diagnosis: Parkinson's disease
Interview: 5 October 2009
Before Stem Cell Therapy
"Within 2-3 months my tremor disappeared by 80 - 90%."
I was a very active athlete and frequently participated in marathons and triathlons before I developed a back condition and had to undergo 3 spinal surgeries. After the last surgery my overall constitution had deteriorated. I began to walk with a stiff hand and dragged my foot. My right hand and leg were shaking. I blamed it on the surgery and thought the symptoms would wear off, but they did not. An MRI of my brain and back was performed. Based on this MRI, I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in November of 2008. In December of 2008, I started seeing a neurologist who confirmed the diagnosis and prescribed Parkinson's medication to me.
The medication helped, I had fewer tremors and my walking improved a little. I was no longer walking bent forward.
First stem cell therapy
My husband introduced me to the possibility of undergoing stem cell therapy and I had my first stem cell treatment in Cologne in February of 2009. My own adult stem cells were re-implanted by means of lumbar puncture.
My results
My face appeared blank and sad before my stem cell treatment. The initial improvement was changing facial expressions. This improvement came quickly; almost immediately. I felt better altogether. Within 2-3 months my tremor disappeared by 80 - 90 %. Today my hand only shakes a little when I am nervous.
I used to run 10 km in an hour every day prior to falling ill and prior to my surgeries. Today I still remain active and push myself, walking 6 km every day and swimming frequently.
After my first stem cell therapy I started to walk straighter and some of my old energy has returned. However, my walking is not very good at the moment. My right leg still drags. This is why I decided to undergo a second stem cell treatment in October of 2009.
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.
