Can umbilical cord blood treat rheumatoid arthritis?

Cord blood has demonstrated certain potential in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Studies have shown that cord blood stem cells can inhibit the proliferation, infiltration, and inflammatory responses of immune cells in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, suggesting their potential usefulness in treating the condition. For example, research from the Boramae Medical Center at Seoul National University in Seoul, South Korea, showed that intravenous infusion of cord blood stem cells was safe and effective for treating rheumatoid arthritis, with no adverse safety signals observed. It should be noted that, although cord blood stem cell therapy has shown some effectiveness, using cord blood alone may not be sufficient to fully relieve the disease. It is usually necessary to combine it with other medications to alleviate pain and suppress disease progression. When treating rheumatoid arthritis, a comprehensive approach involving multiple treatment modalities should be considered, and the treatment should be conducted under the guidance of a qualified physician.