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Muscle satellite cell therapy

Muscle satellite cell therapy involves using special stem cells found in muscles, called satellite cells, which have the ability to repair and regenerate damaged muscle tissue. When muscles are injured or weakened, these cells activate, multiply, and turn into new muscle fibers to help with healing. In therapy, scientists may harvest, grow, and then reintroduce these satellite cells into the damaged muscle to enhance recovery, improve muscle strength, and address conditions like muscular dystrophy or age-related muscle loss. This approach leverages the body's natural repair system to promote more effective muscle regeneration.