Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

Multiple sclerosis is a chronic recurrent demyelinating disease of the central nervous system, most common in people aged 20 to 40, affecting patients’ work and daily life. Common treatments include medication, functional rehabilitation, and lifestyle management. In recent years, stem cell therapy as a cutting-edge approach has gained increasing attention. If treatment is delayed or poorly managed, patients may develop persistent neurological dysfunction or even disability, so timely intervention is necessary.

Emerging Treatment Methods

Stem Cell Therapy

As an innovative therapy, stem cell treatment regulates immune responses and promotes neural repair, bringing new hope to MS patients. This approach mainly uses mesenchymal stem cells or hematopoietic stem cells for transplantation, aiming to slow disease progression, repair demyelinated areas, and extend relapse-free periods.

① Immunomodulation: Stem cells can suppress abnormal immune responses and reduce neuroinflammation;

② Neuroprotection: Stem cells secrete growth factors that protect neurons from further damage;

③ Remyelination: Certain stem cells have the potential to promote myelin regeneration, improving nerve conduction;

④ Lower relapse rate: Some patients experience significantly reduced relapse frequency after stem cell therapy;

⑤ Individualized potential: United Life International Medical Center conducts precise evaluations to develop personalized stem cell programs for patients.

Conventional Treatment Methods

1. Immunomodulatory therapy

This class of drugs is the main method for controlling relapses and slowing MS progression. Common drugs include interferon-β, glatiramer acetate, and natalizumab. By modulating immune system activity, they reduce immune cell attacks on myelin, thereby slowing lesion formation and disease activity.

2. Acute phase steroid therapy

During acute relapses, short-term high-dose corticosteroids can quickly reduce neuroinflammation and relieve symptoms. While steroids cannot reverse neural damage, they help shorten relapse duration and recovery time, preventing further worsening.

3. Neurological rehabilitation training

As nerve damage affects motor, sensory, and balance abilities, rehabilitation plays a vital role in functional recovery. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech training help patients rebuild coordination and slow functional decline.

4. Lifestyle interventions

Lifestyle adjustments are also key to disease control. These include balanced nutrition, regular rest, avoiding stress and fatigue, and appropriate exercise. Psychological support, patient education, and family care are also integral parts of overall treatment plans.

5. Combination treatment strategies

Current treatment emphasizes multimodal approaches. For example: medication + rehabilitation + psychological intervention + nutrition management. United Life International Medical Center advocates “whole-cycle management,” integrating interdisciplinary resources to provide systematic, continuous, and personalized treatment plans for patients.

Conclusion

Although multiple sclerosis cannot be completely cured, scientific and rational treatment can significantly improve the condition. Experts at United Life International Medical Center emphasize that the introduction of stem cell therapy provides new vitality for patients. Early diagnosis, timely treatment, and continuous management are key to controlling disease progression and maintaining quality of life.