I've Heard About Using Cord Blood For Treating Cerebral Palsy...

Chloe Levine was only 9-months-old when her parents realized she wasn't able to hold a bottle with her right hand. And this wasn't her only problem. She was also unable to raise her hands above her head and she was still unable to crawl.

A CAT scan would reveal that part of Chloe's brain contained fluid and had not fully developed. Her parents, Ryan and Jenny Levine, took her to a neurologist who confirmed what they were fearing: she had right-side hemiplegic cerebral palsy.

The Levines researched for countless hours, trying to find answers and identify the right therapies for Chloe. That's when they came upon a procedure at Duke University in North Carolina. This therapy involved infusing children with stem cells from their own cord blood to repair broken tissue. Luckily, the Levines had banked Chloe's cord blood when she was born.

Chloe received the therapy two months ago at the age of 2 years old and her progress has since been amazing! She's been able to walk, run and even perform sign language with her right hand. How great is that?

The costs of storing cord blood is about $2,000, although sources say that the price will be reduced in the future.

Many people do not realize that cerebral palsy can be the result of medical error at birth. If you suspect that malpractice may have played a factor in your child's cerebral palsy, contact a cerebral palsy attorney at the Law Offices of Jeff Rasansky today. Our team of medical experts will be able to evaluate your case. Call us now!