Osteoarthritis causes the degeneration, or breakdown, of the structural components of a joint. The degenerative process may involve fibrocartilage, articular cartilage and bone. Having discussed the importance that fibrocartilage plays in certain joints in prior articles, here we will discuss articular cartilage, the causes for … Learn More » “Joint Articular Cartilage: How to Rescue Yours”
With summer in full swing and the PNW in the midst of a Heatwave, the question is, “Are you HOT or NOT?”! As we look in the mirror to admire our physical appearance, we should also be looking at our physiological health. New studies investigate … Learn More » “Climate Change: Is your life hot or not?”
When I first examined Charlie 10 years ago, his shoulders were so arthritic and his shoulder cartilage was so degenerated, he could no longer lift 4×8 sheets of plywood or swing his hammer as a home remodeling contractor, let alone fish the Wilson River rowing … Learn More » “Angling for shoulder cartilage repair: 10-year results with adipose stem cells”
Warmer weather is upon us and as we change our wardrobe, it is important to change the way we protect our ourselves with summer skin care. With so many changes in temperature, moisture or humidity, the use of air conditioning along with the strength and … Learn More » “Are you all fired up for summer fun? Here are vital cool tips to keep your skin happy and protected!”
Knee meniscus tears are a conundrum for conventional medicine. That’s because surgery actually does not repair the meniscus, surgery just means removing a portion of the meniscus. And removing the damaged meniscus means removing the cushion that protects the cartilage covering the femur and the … Learn More » “Triple your risk of knee replacement with meniscus surgery”
Long touted as the hormone of pregnancy, the neurosteroid progesterone has a calming effect for both women and men. This article examines progesterone production in males and females through the different stages of life. The cycling female To understand progesterone production, we need to explore … Learn More » “The Life Cycle of Progesterone: Unveiling Its Tranquil Influence”
With warmer weather on its way, the eminent shedding of layers is upon us and, with that, the question of how much weight you put on over the colder months! More importantly, what KIND of gain…or loss. Brown fat? White fat? Muscle? What is the … Learn More » “Brown Fat vs White fat: Get the skinny!”
Sonographically-navigated frozen shoulder release with PRP What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is one of the most common and painfully debilitating conditions affecting the shoulder. In adhesive capsulitis, the shoulder joint is frozen in position by shoulder adhesions within the … Learn More » “Can frozen shoulder be thawed out in one treatment?”
John came to our clinic after having been diagnosed with hip osteoarthritis a year previously. He had been taking ibuprofen to manage his pain and discomfort, and while the ibuprofen was helping alleviate his hip pain on “bad” days, he progressively developed severe low back … Learn More » “Hip and low back pain: Can they be related?”
Microneedling with PRP is a research-proven solution for hair health, hair thinning and hair loss. There are an increasing number of recent studies that support this research about hair loss along with new findings for hair health and growth. The current top three treatments for … Learn More » “Hair Regrowth: Get the facts on how to maximize your hair health!”
Dr. Noel Peterson, Dr. Stacey Guggino & Dr. Kristian Flores empower patients to create healthy longevity through education and natural therapy.
