How does stem cell therapy treat multiple sclerosis?

MSCs reduce neuroinflammation, modulate the autoimmune attack on myelin, promote remyelination, and protect neurons from further damage. This can slow disease progression and improve neurological function.

Can stem cells repair myelin damage in MS?

MSCs release neurotrophic factors that support oligodendrocyte function and promote remyelination. While complete myelin repair depends on disease stage, many patients experience measurable neurological improvements.

What MS symptoms improve with stem cell therapy?

Patients report improvements in fatigue, mobility, balance, bladder function, cognitive clarity, and overall quality of life. MRI studies in some cases show reduced lesion activity after MSC treatment.

Is stem cell therapy available for progressive MS?

Yes. We treat both relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) and progressive forms (PPMS, SPMS). While RRMS patients typically show the strongest response, progressive MS patients can also benefit from the neuroprotective effects of MSC therapy.

Multiple Sclerosis Stem Cell Therapy in Istanbul, Turkey

Stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis. MSC treatments help slow disease progression, reduce neuroinflammation, and support myelin repair in the nervous system.

About Multiple Sclerosis Stem Cell Therapy in Istanbul

Stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis (MS) at StemCell Longevita in Istanbul, Turkey offers hope for patients seeking to slow disease progression and improve neurological function. Our mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) treatments target the autoimmune attack on myelin, reduce neuroinflammation, and promote remyelination — addressing the root causes of MS rather than just managing symptoms.

How Stem Cell Therapy Works for This Condition

MS is driven by an autoimmune attack on the myelin sheaths protecting nerve fibers. MSCs have powerful immunomodulatory properties that suppress the autoreactive T-cells and B-cells responsible for myelin destruction. They also release neurotrophic factors that promote oligodendrocyte function and support remyelination of damaged nerves. Additionally, MSCs reduce chronic neuroinflammation, protect surviving neurons from further damage, and improve the blood-brain barrier integrity often compromised in MS.

Who Is a Candidate?

We treat all forms of MS: relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), secondary progressive MS (SPMS), and primary progressive MS (PPMS). Ideal candidates include patients with active disease despite current medications, those experiencing progressive disability, and patients seeking to reduce their reliance on immunosuppressive drugs. Earlier intervention generally yields better outcomes, though patients at all stages can benefit from MSC neuroprotection.

Treatment Process at StemCell Longevita

The process begins with a free consultation including review of your MRI scans, neurological assessments, and current medication regimen. In Istanbul, you undergo comprehensive neurological evaluation. Treatment involves IV infusion combined with intrathecal injection of MSCs for maximum central nervous system delivery. Our dual-route protocol ensures both systemic immune modulation and direct delivery to the brain and spinal cord.

Expected Results & Recovery

Patients report improvements in fatigue (often the most debilitating MS symptom), mobility and balance, bladder function, cognitive clarity and reduced brain fog, sensory symptoms, and overall quality of life. Many patients experience reduced relapse frequency and some show stabilization or improvement on MRI imaging. Optimal results develop over 3-6 months.

Why Choose Turkey for Treatment?

Turkey has emerged as a leading destination for neurological stem cell treatments, combining advanced medical infrastructure with significantly lower costs. Our experience treating hundreds of MS patients from across Europe, North America, and the Middle East makes us one of the most experienced centers for MS stem cell therapy globally.

Cost of Treatment

MS stem cell therapy packages start from €7,500, including combined IV + intrathecal MSC delivery, comprehensive neurological assessment, MRI review, hotel accommodation, VIP transfers, and 12-month neurological follow-up.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Multiple Sclerosis Stem Cell Therapy

How does stem cell therapy treat multiple sclerosis?: MSCs reduce neuroinflammation, modulate the autoimmune attack on myelin, promote remyelination, and protect neurons from further damage. This can slow disease progression and improve neurological function.
Can stem cells repair myelin damage in MS?: MSCs release neurotrophic factors that support oligodendrocyte function and promote remyelination. While complete myelin repair depends on disease stage, many patients experience measurable neurological improvements.
What MS symptoms improve with stem cell therapy?: Patients report improvements in fatigue, mobility, balance, bladder function, cognitive clarity, and overall quality of life. MRI studies in some cases show reduced lesion activity after MSC treatment.
Is stem cell therapy available for progressive MS?: Yes. We treat both relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) and progressive forms (PPMS, SPMS). While RRMS patients typically show the strongest response, progressive MS patients can also benefit from the neuroprotective effects of MSC therapy.