A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine compared outcomes of arthroscopic partial meniscus repair with sham surgery. A total of 146 patients, aged 35-60 years, were randomly assigned to undergo either arthroscopic partial meniscectomy or sham surgery with exercise. Patients in the placebo group … Learn More » “Is meniscus surgery a $4 billion a year scam?”
Tina, a 52-year-old female, recently received the results of an x-ray of her knee. Three months ago, she started to have pain in the inner part of her knee that had progressively worsened and affected her ability to walk. Her primary care physician ordered an … Learn More » “Knee Bone Spurs: What You Need to Know Before They Get Worse”
There is new optimism in the treatment of degenerative neurological diseases with PRP derived platelet lysate therapy. The impact of Alzheimer’s, dementia, TBI, neurodegeneration and Parkinson’s disease is forecasted to cause increasing disability as our population ages, and the use of platelet derived neural growth … Learn More » “Treating Early Dementia, Neurodegeneration and Concussions with the Platelet Lysate Protocol”
As we age, the ability of our bodies to produce choline declines. Choline is a nutrient that is responsible for memory, mood and muscle control. It assists with fat metabolism, is a methyl donor and lipoprotein transporter.1,2 It is produced by the liver as well … Learn More » “Brain & Body Breakthrough: The power of choline for healthy aging”
Often my colleagues in the primary care disciplines have a knee jerk reaction regarding the safety of PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrinogen). They always ask, “What about the risk of infection?” It’s an understandable question, as an infection is the biggest complication of … Learn More » “Regenerative vs. Steroid Injections: Which is safer and has better results?”
Dehydrated & parched skin, sunburn, heat rash and rosacea, know the difference! With the summer season in full swing, we have already busted out the water gear and toys, fired up the grill, and are happily soaking up the sunshine. Summer is the season with … Learn More » “Summer Skin Solutions: Dog gone it, is this a sunburn?”
Senolytics are drugs and other therapeutics that kill senescent zombie cells and activate autophagy, the natural mechanism whereby we clear senescent cells from our bodies. Autophagy (literally self-digesting) is an essential mechanism that is taking place every second of our lives. But as we age, … Learn More » “Senolytics: Zappin’ the zombie cells!”
What does B1 have to do with osteoarthritis? Many patients have heard me discuss the importance of a balanced inflammatory system and the difference between acute and chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation is a degenerative process while acute inflammation is a regenerative process. The difference between … Learn More » “To B1 or not to B1? – The fascinating role of Vitamin B1 in osteoarthritis”
In 2018, researchers at the University of Barcelona published their discovery of more complex ligament structures within the ankle joint than previously understood. This exciting new discovery may explain the persistence of ankle pain despite traditional medical treatment following an injury. In this article we … Learn More » “New Ankle Ligament Research & Treatments”
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”
Dr. Noel Peterson, Dr. Stacey Guggino & Dr. Kristian Flores empower patients to create healthy longevity through education and natural therapy.
