[By Thomas Swigert – Feb 25, 2011 – WFRV-TV]

Charlie Knuth, from Darboy, suffers from a genetic disorder called Epidermolysis Bullosa. It causes painful open sores on soft tissues inside and outside the body. 

These sores could cause constant pain for Charlie. The simple act of a touch could mean the instant loss of skin.

But after a ground-breaking stem-cell transplant at Amplatz Children’s Hospital in Minnesota late last year, Charlie’s mother Trisha can finally touch her son without fear.

This video shows the incredible benefits of stem cells and the important role they play in supporting and strengthening our immune system. 

New Skin, New Health, New Life.

Watch this 4 year old’s remarkable progress in just a matter of weeks following his stem cell transplant.