STEM CELL THERAPY
At Deliberate Wellness, stem cell therapy takes a signaling-based approach. The perinatal stem cells we use — derived from ethically donated umbilical cord tissue and processed in an FDA-registered laboratory — are specialized "signaling" cells that carry and deliver natural growth factors and cytokines. These growth factors and cytokines have been shown to bind cell receptors and activate the body's own molecular pathways involved in controlling inflammation, clearing cellular debris, forming new blood vessels, and supporting cellular growth and division. Importantly, the cells themselves are not therapeutic entities that treat, heal, or regenerate tissue; rather, the growth factors and cytokines they deliver are known to enhance the body's own natural ability to heal, repair, and recover.
Every therapy is administered by a licensed practitioner and begins with a consultation to review the science, the sourcing, and whether it's appropriate for you; individual results vary. Stem cell therapies are not currently FDA-approved for most conditions, and we encourage you to consult your primary care provider before undergoing a stem cell therapy.
What do stem cells do?
Biologically, stem cells serve multiple functions and contain growth factors and other protein molecules essential for human growth and development. In essence, stem cells are specialized “signaling” cells that deliver growth factors and cytokines, which play key roles in regulating the body’s growth and regenerative healing processes.
Therapeutically, it’s important to note that these stem cells are not intended to grow new tissue such as cartilage, muscle, or other structures. Stem cell therapy is not designed for the stem cells to attach and regenerate new tissue or repair damaged tissues in body. Rather, their primary role is to deliver growth factors and cytokine proteins directly to the site of injury.
Growth factors and cytokines play an essential role in controlling inflammation and promoting healing in the body. Cytokines, specifically, are signaling proteins that help regulate inflammation and immune system activity, further supporting the body’s natural healing mechanisms. Growth factors are signaling molecules in the body that control cell division growth and repair.
Where do our stem cells come from?
Our stem cell and exosome products are derived from ethically donated umbilical cord birth tissue collected after live, healthy Cesarean deliveries from carefully screened and fully consenting mothers in Utah. Immediately following the birth, the recovered tissue is transported to a nearby FDA-registered tissue-processing laboratory for same-day purification, ensuring the cells are never frozen prior to processing and preserving their bioactive integrity. Using FDA-certified equipment and pharmaceutical-grade cryopreservation, each batch is carefully purified and then rigorously third-party tested for purity, potency, and quality. This rapid, highly controlled process, combined with comprehensive maternal health screening and strict lab oversight, produces a safe, transparent, and bioethically sourced stem cell product that meets the highest quality standards.
The 4 main biological responses to
growth factor and cytokine
signaling are...
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Controlling Inflammation
(reducing swelling, stiffness, pain)
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Clearing Cellular Debris
(preventing/reducing scar tissue)
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Forming New Vasculature
(Angiogenesis; increasing blood flow to damaged areas)
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Enhancing Cellular Growth and Division
(essential for wound healing, cell repair, and regeneration)
Stem Cell THERAPY FAQs
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These therapies use perinatal stem cells derived from donated umbilical cord birth tissue following healthy, live Cesarean deliveries. They are not embryonic stem cells.
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No. The cells are obtained from ethically donated umbilical cord tissue after birth, not from embryos.
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They come from healthy, carefully screened and consenting mothers, and the recovered birth tissue is processed in an FDA-registered laboratory under strict quality standards.
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Same-day processing helps preserve the biological integrity of the cells and their signaling molecules by preventing degradation before purification and cryopreservation.
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Yes. Each batch is purified and then third-party tested to verify purity and quality.
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Their main function is to act as signaling cells that deliver growth factors and cytokines to support the body’s natural healing processes.
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No. Their therapeutic role is not to attach to tissues or grow into new cartilage, muscle, or other structures, but to provide regenerative signaling.
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Growth factors are protein signaling molecules that help control cell division, tissue repair, and healing.
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Cytokines are signaling proteins that help regulate inflammation and immune system activity.
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They help control inflammation, support cellular repair, and regulate the body’s natural recovery processes.
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The key responses include controlling inflammation, clearing cellular debris, forming new blood vessels (angiogenesis), and enhancing cellular growth and division.
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Reducing inflammation can help decrease swelling, stiffness, and discomfort.
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Removing damaged or dead cellular material supports healthy tissue environments and may help reduce scar tissue formation.
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Angiogenesis is the formation of new blood vessels, which helps increase blood flow to areas that need healing.
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Increased cellular growth and division are essential for wound healing, tissue repair, and regenerative processes.
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Stem cell therapies have been used for decades, but they are not currently FDA-approved for most conditions for which patients seek them.
