Is Autism Curable?

As a parent of an autistic child, you always have that constant question in your mind: Is autism curable? Will my child be normal?

As per conventional medical sciences autism is not curable.

BUT!

Does that mean there is no hope for you?! 

Of Course not!

We can achieve this with a combination of advanced and traditional therapies such as Stem Cells, Homeopathy etc wherein we can see a 70-80%  improvement in your child’s overall behaviour, communication, and social skills. 

Let’s learn about it in detail. 

What is Autism?

Autism, which is also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complicated lifelong condition that includes behavioural & communication problems which can affect the kids in different ways.

You can usually notice the symptoms by 2 to 3 years of age.

Is Autism Curable or Treatable?

Technically, as per conventional and prevailing health sciences, there’s no cure for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or it cannot be reversed. But with the development in regenerative medicines & other advanced & traditional therapies, we have a lot of scope and hope.

These therapies focus on providing emotional, mental, physical and medical support to your child for their overall development. These Treatments aim to make your child independent and give them the normal life they deserve.

A combination of various treatments, such as Stem Cell Therapy, ABA therapy, Ayurveda and Homeopathy can help accelerate and boost your child’s self-sufficiency. 

These treatments will help lower your child’s symptoms and improve communication, behaviour and social skills. You need to recognize the uniqueness of your child’s needs and take the help of healthcare professionals to develop a personalised treatment plan and guide you throughout the whole process.

Now let’s move further and learn about the treatment options you have.

What treatments are available to accelerate the self-sufficiency of an Autistic child?

Different medical sciences approach autism in different ways but their goal is the same: making the child self-sufficient. Let’s see how these medical sciences achieve self-sufficiency and independence in an Autistic child. 

ABA Therapy for Autism

Applied Behaviour Analysis, also called ABA therapy is a behaviour-based therapy which focuses on the learning & improvement of social & communication skills of your child which in turn will make the child self-sufficient.

The experts will study the behaviour of your child closely and try to find how your child will react to a particular stimulus or prompt and note down their reaction. 

In short, this therapy aims to boost constructive behaviour and reduce disruptive behaviour.

The ABC model is an important part of ABA therapy. ABC means Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence. This model helps therapists understand why certain behaviours take place and what would be the right approach for them. 

Your child can join a one-on-one session or groups and the doctors can conduct it at a place of your preference, such as your home, your child’s school, or therapy centers. 

However, while ABA therapy has many good points, it also has some setbacks. The biggest one is that there is no timeline defined as to when you will be able to see improvements in your child. 

Mostly because human behaviour is complex to understand and each child or adult is different. This means it’s important for you to be patient and be consistent while the therapy goes on.

If you want to see fast results, relying on ABA therapy alone will not work for you. 

Stem Cell Therapy for Autism

Researchers who have been practising for years have found that Stem Cell therapy is very effective for children with Autism.

Stem Cells are the basic building blocks of the body. These cells have a special ability to repair & regenerate the damaged cells in the body.

Doctors will use these Stem Cells to repair the damaged part of their brain after which you will see definitive changes in your child’s behaviour and overall health. 

Along with Stem Cell Therapy, we also provide the child with supportive therapies such as HBOT & Ozone therapies, which are useful for the same. 

Simply put, you will see progress in your child in stages with the help of Stem Cell Therapy. 

In the first 15-30 days, you might notice that your child’s hyperactivity has reduced. 

In the next 6 months, you will see major improvements like good eye contact, and improved speech and social and communication skills.

The general success rate of improvement in Autistic children is ideally 70 to 80%. 

But if your child has severe Autism, then improvement may vary according to the age of the child.

The success rates vary from doctor to doctor since each doctor follows a different protocol. Not all protocols always give out the best results. 

That’s why it’s really important that you choose the right Stem Cell expert who has expertise in this field and has demonstrated consistent results for similar cases. 

Understand the Potential of Stem Cell Therapy in Treating Autism

Ayurvedic Treatment for Autism

In Ayurveda, Autism is associated with “unmada”. Ayurveda also has the concept of doshas which are the fundamental energies governing our mental and physical well-being. As per Ayurveda, mild and moderate Autism have 1 or 2 of the three major doshas. 

And the Ayurvedic treatments work very well with promising outcomes in these cases. 

At the same time, you must remember that Ayurveda focuses on the root causes of any issue. That’s why it might take some time to see progress in your child. 

The success rate of the treatment may go up to 50% to 60% in the cases of mild Autism where only 1 dosha is present. 

In moderate cases with 2 doshas, success rates can still reach 40% to 50%. 

But in cases where all three doshas are present, Ayurveda might not be able to help you.   

Though the progress is slow, you will still be able to see a remarkable improvement in your child’s self-sufficiency within a year.  

You will notice an improvement in motor skills, sensory perception, communication abilities, and reduced sensitivity to stimuli like sound, light, texture, and balance. 

Moreover, the child’s hyperactivity will reduce drastically. 

As said in the beginning, Ayurveda alone will not be helpful if your child has severe autism where all three doshas are present. 

In such situations, Stem Cell Therapy will be the first line of treatment. Then we can move forward with the Ayurvedic treatment.

But one has to understand that you will need to find & approach an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner who understands your child’s needs and has a very good history of successfully treating Autistic Kids. 

Not every Ayurvedic doctor who has experience can treat Autistic cases. 

External Ayurvedic treatments like Shiro Pachu, Shiro Dhara, and basic Panchkarma therapies can be quite helpful too. However, avoid combining Homeopathy and Ayurvedic medicine as it might cause contraindications.

Ayurveda’s Approach to Manage Autism

Homeopathic Treatment for Autism

Homeopathy aims to bring out your natural healing abilities. It focuses on bringing a balance to your health and overall well-being along with some patience as it is a slow but successful type of treatment.

With Homeopathy you do not need to fear the poking of needles or the pain of surgeries as it has a very gentle approach. 

As a parent, the major concern they face is giving medicines to their children as most of them have a bitter taste to it. 

But don’t worry! 

These small medicine-infused balls taste as sweet as candy.

Homeopathy is best recommended for severe cases of Autism where you might see 30% to 50% improvement in your child over time.

For moderate to mild cases with high reactivity, the success rates can reach up to 20% to 40%. 

If reactivity is low, it might be around 20 to 30%.

Yet again, you will need a Homeopathic doctor who understands the ins and outs of Autism and has successfully handled Autistic cases in the past. 

Explore Homeopathy’s Role in Autism Treatment

Let’s learn more about combination therapy and how it works. 

Combination Therapy for Autism

Combination therapies are best if you see that a single treatment approach does not give the desired results needed for the improvement of the child. 

While considering treatment options, one must understand how combination therapy can work wonders. 

Let us help you understand with certain examples:

• In severe cases, you can opt for a combination of Stem Cell therapy followed by Ayurveda/Homeopathy. 

• This approach will not only fast-track the improvements but also bring in the combined benefits which will help the child to develop better. 

• A combination of Homeopathic & external Ayurvedic treatments along with Stem Cell therapy and/or ABA therapy has yielded us great results. 

While combining the treatments is a great idea, the combination and its sequence need to be decided by a team of experts who know all the protocols of the therapies mentioned above and can provide you with the right combination of therapies which are based on a variety of things like – symptoms, the severity of Autism, type of Autism & much more.

And this is where we step in, to handhold you in this process as we already have a panel of doctors & experts who work together as a team & have numerous happy & successful stories.

Though no treatment can guarantee you 100% positive results, combining therapies suggested by our doctors & experts gives you a chance to speed up your child’s recovery and improve their lives by making them self-sufficient.

We can help you make your child’s journey to an independent life smoothly. Let’s learn how. 

How can MedicoExperts help speed up your child’s journey to being self-sufficient & independent?

MedicoExperts can be your partner and your guide in giving your child a life of independence by helping you achieve your goal real fast. 

We will help you take a proactive step towards your child’s brighter future.

We, with the help of doctors and experts on our panel, can help you to find the best & right treatment approach for your child which can include a single treatment approach or combination therapies. 

With MedicoExperts, you can interact with a team of doctors from different medical sciences who are willing to collaborate by bringing the best of their respective fields.

You can schedule a call with our Stem Cell experts, Ayurvedic and Homeopathic doctors to discuss the case of your child and be assured that you will be guided to get the best of treatments available.

Takeaway

Every parent dreams of a better future for their children and a future of dependency is a nightmare for the parents of Autistic children. They want their children to be completely cured of Autism which is quite understandable. 

Thankfully, there are treatments available that can give your child a better and brighter future which will make them self-reliant and excellent at life skills. You only need to make the right decisions at the right time. 

Using combination therapies in cases of Autism has always proved to be a success which we feel every parent of an Autistic child should consider. 

We are always here for you, and you can reach out to us anytime & we will connect you with our experts who will guide you throughout the entire process.

Unlocking Paths to Accelerate Recovery from Autism: Insights from Stem Cell, Ayurvedic, and Homeopathic Experts

Don’t shy away from taking the help of MedicoExperts if you are having any further confusion or need more clarity. 

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Medically Reviewed By MedicoExperts Editorial & Clinical Review Board on 29 April 2024