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Choline supplementation

Brain & Body Breakthrough: The power of choline for healthy aging

Posted on September 11 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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”

Safety of regenerative injection therapies

Regenerative vs. Steroid Injections: Which is safer and has better results?

Posted on August 15 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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?”

senolytic zombie cells

Senolytics: Zappin’ the zombie cells!

Posted on August 1 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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!”

B1

To B1 or not to B1? – The fascinating role of Vitamin B1 in osteoarthritis

Posted on July 25 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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”

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Joint Articular Cartilage: How to Rescue Yours

Posted on July 10 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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”

shoulder cartilage

Angling for shoulder cartilage repair: 10-year results with adipose stem cells

Posted on June 20 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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”

summer skin care

Are you all fired up for summer fun? Here are vital cool tips to keep your skin happy and protected!

Posted on June 12 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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!”