Muscular Dystrophy (MD) — a group of genetic conditions causing progressive muscle weakness, including Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) — is frequently under-diagnosed in Kenya due to limited access to genetic testing and specialist neuromuscular clinics. Stem Cell Cure India works with Kenyan families exploring stem cell therapy as a complementary option alongside physiotherapy and standard neuromuscular care.
Genetic testing facilities and multidisciplinary neuromuscular care — including cardiac and respiratory monitoring important for conditions like Duchenne MD — are concentrated in a small number of private Nairobi hospitals, often at significant cost. Many Kenyan families travel abroad for specialist neurology input and to explore regenerative treatment options alongside their existing care plan.
Dr. Tyagi leads the regenerative medicine protocol design at Stem Cell Cure India, overseeing stem cell sourcing, lab processing, and treatment planning for patients — including those travelling from Nigeria .
Dr. Goyal brings extensive experience across major hospitals including Medanta, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, and Apollo Delhi, with particular expertise in neuro-muscular disorders relevant to muscular dystrophy care.
Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) are studied for their potential to support muscle tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and potentially help slow functional decline in some patients with muscular dystrophy. This is explored as a complementary approach — MD is a genetic condition, and stem cell therapy does not correct the underlying genetic cause, but is studied for its potential supportive role alongside standard care.
Suitability depends on the specific type and stage of muscular dystrophy. Before travelling, our team reviews:
No. Muscular dystrophy is a genetic condition, and stem cell therapy does not correct the underlying genetic cause. It is explored as a complementary option that may help support muscle function, alongside standard neuromuscular care.
Patients with DMD are evaluated individually, with particular attention to cardiac and respiratory function. Please share recent cardiac and respiratory assessments along with your child's diagnosis details.
Genetic testing or diagnosis confirmation if available, recent mobility/strength assessment, and cardiac/respiratory function reports. This allows our team to give an initial opinion before you commit to travel.
Most families stay between 7 and 10 days, depending on the treatment plan and any additional evaluation required.
Yes. Once treatment is confirmed, we provide the invitation and supporting documents Kenyan citizens need to apply for a Medical Visa through the Indian High Commission in Nairobi.
Cost depends on the treatment plan required. Contact us for a personalised quote after sharing your medical history and diagnosis details.
"Stem Cell Cure (P) Ltd." deals in the following servies:-
| General Medical/Surgical Treatment | Stem Cell Treatment for Degenerative Diseases |
|---|---|
| Bariatric surgery | Neuro-Applications 1. Brain Stroke/Injury |
| Cardiology | 2. Spinal Cord Injury |
| Cardiothoracic surgery | 3. Spinal Fusion |
| Colorectal surgery | 4. Autism |
| Drug and alcohol services | 5. Cerebral Palsy |
| Ear, nose & throat (ENT) | 6. Motor Neuron Disease(ALS, PBP) |
| Gastroenterology | 7. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) |
| General surgery | Ortho- Applications 1. Knee Cartilage Defect or arthritis |
| Gynaecology | 2. Hip Avascular Necrosis/Osteonecrosis |
| Haematology | 3. Rheumatoid Arthritis |
| Internal medicine | 4. Non-Union Fracture/Delayed Union |
| Mental Health | Vascular Applications 1. Coronary Arterial Disease |
| Neurology | 2. Peripheral Arterial Disease such as CLI |
| Neurosurgery | 3. Diabetic Foot ulcer/Gangrene |
| Obstetrics, gynaecology and IVF | Eye related Application 1. Optic Nerve Damage |
| Oncology / cancer | 2. Retinitis Pigmentosa |
| Oral and Maxillo surgery | 3. Macular Degeneration |
| Orthopaedic (Knee/Hip) surgery | Other Applications 1. Diabetes |
| Paediatric surgery | 2. Acute/Chronic kidney disease |
| Physicians | 3. Acute/Chronic Liver disease |
| Plastic & reconstructive surgery | 4. Acute/Chronic Lung disease |
| Rehabilitation | 5. Muscular Dystrophy as DMD & SMA |
| Renal | 6. Myocardial Infarction (MI) |
| Respiratory medicine | 7. Hair Regeneration |
| Urology | 8. Blood related cancer treatment |
| Vascular surgery | 9. Anti-aging |
| Dentisity |