Is there a cure for optic nerve atrophy?

Question

There is a clinic in Russia called the Human Brain Institute that says they can help my vision. I have optic nerve atrophy and I am legally blind because of it. My vision is stable but will never change according to my opthomologist. The Human Brain Institue is located in Russia though and the treatment is for 1 or 2 weels depending on the case. It is only $500 for one week at the clinic though but add the cost of airfare and hotel stay then it could add up and not to mention the fact that the clinic doesn't have any English speaking staff available so one would have to speak Russian or hire an interpreter. Is there any other alternative for curing optic nerve atrophy? Would you trust a doctor in Russia that says they could help improve your vision if you have optic nerve atrophy? And if I did do it and went over there then what about the cost it would take on me if it didn't work. I know it all comes down to choice but is there anything that can be done besides this or should I go?

Answer 1

I would do some research first before you commit yourself to anything. Can you talk to a specialist in your own country before going abroad? I wouldn't go until you know more about the clinic andmore about the other optins available to you.

Answer 2

Hi, i can see this post is from several years ago but I hope you still read this. My uncle was recently diagnosed with optic nerve atrophy and has lost his vision. We also heard of this therapy in Russia. Just wondering if you ended up going there or if you got any news from other people one way or another. Any piece of information here will be very helpful and much appreciated. Thanks a lot and hope to hear back from you.