In a world where population ageing is an increasingly visible and prevalent phenomenon, longevity medicine has developed as a necessary response. It aims not only to prolong life but also to improve its quality through personalized and preventive approaches. Longevity medicine is no longer just a futuristic concept, but a concrete reality, accessible in many top clinics worldwide, but also in Romania. Find out more below!
What exactly is longevity medicine?
Longevity medicine is a rapidly growing field that focuses on preventing and delaying the body's ageing processes and associated diseases. The aim of the field is not just to extend lifespan but, more specifically, to extend the length of an active and healthy life. In this way, longevity medicine aims to enhance the quality of life of older people, not just to prolong their lives.
How is this achieved? Through an integrative approach. Basically, the aim is not just to treat symptoms, but to apply personalized treatments. Diet, lifestyle, nutritional supplements, exercise and regenerative technologies are just some of the tools used [1][2].
Cronos Med is a pioneer in introducing the concept of regenerative medicine in Romania, offering patients innovative treatments to improve the body's functioning.
Principles of regenerative medicine
Regenerative medicine is based on several fundamental principles that distinguish it from traditional treatments:
Tissue repair and regeneration
Regenerative medicine aims to repair and regenerate damaged tissues. This is achieved by using regenerative cells and other biological factors that can stimulate repair. At Cronos Med, these techniques are applied to treat a variety of conditions, such as joint pathology.
Personalized approach
Each individual is unique, and regenerative medicine recognizes this and offers personalized treatments. In our clinics, patients begin their treatment sessions with a detailed analysis that includes medical investigations, lifestyle assessments and genetic testing. This process allows the creation of personalized treatment plans that maximize the effectiveness of therapies and minimize risks.
Using advanced technologies
Regenerative medicine is based on cutting-edge technologies such as regenerative cell therapy and biostimulation of the body. These advanced methods allow doctors to successfully treat a wide range of conditions and achieve much better results than traditional therapeutic solutions [3].
How to prepare for a consultation with a regenerative medicine specialist?
If you're wondering what to consider before seeking a consultation with a specialist, we recommend following these steps:
- read up - as much as possible, inform yourself about the basics of regenerative medicine and available treatments. This will allow you to ask informed questions and better understand the specialist's recommendations;
- gather all the medical information relevant to your situation - make sure you have important documents of your medical history with you, as well as lists of medications you are taking, if any, or the results of recent tests. This information will help the specialist to better understand your health and develop an appropriate treatment plan;
- write down any questions - think about any concerns or uncertainties and write them down on a sheet before the consultation. During the initial consultation, make sure that you get clear answers to all your questions and that you feel confident in the decisions you make with the specialist;
- prepare for detailed assessments - Regenerative medicine consultations often involve detailed assessments, including blood tests and even genetic testing. Be prepared to go through these assessments and discuss your health and treatment goals in detail.
Main therapeutic solutions
Regenerative medicine offers a variety of therapeutic solutions that can be tailored to meet your individual needs. Typically, these solutions include:
- regenerative adipose tissue cell therapy - Adipose tissue regenerative cell transfer is a minimally invasive procedure that involves harvesting the cells by liposuction, processing them in a sterile environment and injecting them into the affected areas [3]. This technique is used to stop degeneration, remove pain and restore joint functionality;
- intravenous vitamin and antioxidant therapies - involves the direct delivery of vitamins and other nutrients into the bloodstream, allowing them to be absorbed quickly and efficiently. These therapies are used to improve overall health, increase energy levels and support cell regeneration [4];
- cytokine therapy - uses your own blood to obtain a serum rich in growth factors and pro-regenerative cytokines. This is intended to reduce degenerative inflammation caused by ageing or autoimmune diseases and stimulate the regenerative inflammatory processes necessary for healing. The serum is obtained from blood harvested and incubated in a controlled environment, and the therapy is used in the treatment of degenerative inflammatory autoimmune and degenerative joint diseases [3];
- intravenous oxygen therapy - Also known as Oxyven, it involves administering oxygen in small, controlled doses under a strict medical protocol. The procedure takes no more than 20 minutes and requires no special preparation on the part of the patient. Benefits include enhancing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms, preventing insomnia and chronic fatigue, and increasing resistance to infections and allergies [5].
So longevity medicine offers a new perspective on ageing, focusing on prevention and regeneration. By using advanced techniques and innovative approaches, it contributes to prolonging life and improving the quality of life, offering effective solutions for a wide range of conditions.
Cronos Med Clinics, with its revolutionary 360° regenerative medicine concept, is at the forefront of this medical revolution, offering access to the most modern and effective treatments. To enjoy them, schedule a consultation with one of our specialists now!
Sources of information:
[1] Shishira Sreenivas. "What Is Regenerative Medicine?" WebMDWebMD, Oct. 2021, www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/what-is-regenerative-medicine. Accessed on June 18, 2024.
[2] "Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics - about Regenerative Medicine." Mayo Clinic, 2019, www.mayo.edu/research/centers-programs/center-regenerative-biotherapeutics/about/about-regenerative-medicine. Accessed on June 18, 2024.
[3] Mao, Angelo S, and David J Mooney. "Regenerative Medicine: Current Therapies and Future Directions." Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, vol. 112, no. 47, Nov. 23, 2015, pp. 14452-14459, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4664309/, https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1508520112. Accessed on June 18, 2024.
[4] Crider, Catherine. "What Is Vitamin IV Therapy and How Does It Work?" HealthlineHealthline Media, 16 Nov. 2023, www.healthline.com/health/vitamin-iv-therapy. Accessed on June 18, 2024.
5] "Oxygen is life!", 2024, www.oxyven.de/en/. Accessed on June 18, 2024.