by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND, RMSK We all have viable mesenchymal stem cells in our own bodies, regardless of age. When we want to harness our self-healing power to improve the pain from an arthritic joint, the most evidence-based way is to use your … Learn More » “Mesenchymal Stem Cells…What’s better? Yours or Theirs?”
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Chronic Pain Increased with NSAID & Steroid Use
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND, RMSK Are you someone who reflexively reaches for the bottle of ibuprofen when you feel a twinge in your back? The common, ingrained recommendation to take NSAIDs (ibuprofen, Advil, Aleve, etc) for recently onset pain is under serious question. … Learn More » “Chronic Pain Increased with NSAID & Steroid Use”
Seeing Is Believing: Why Ultrasound Expertise Matters
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND, RMSK Have you ever been to the doctor for a painful condition only to be sent away to get imaging completed? This requires scheduling another appointment, then coming back to the doctor to get the results, all the while … Learn More » “Seeing Is Believing: Why Ultrasound Expertise Matters”
Biocellular Therapy Bridges The Meniscus Tear Gap
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND When Linda came to see me for knee pain she had a very common issue: nagging, up-and-down knee pain/swelling that had become increasingly worse over the last few years and now was preventing her from full participation in her … Learn More » “Biocellular Therapy Bridges The Meniscus Tear Gap”
Elbow Out Elbow Pain
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND Elbow pain, most commonly caused by “golfer’s elbow” (medial epicondylitis) or “tennis elbow”, (lateral epicondylitis) is often a low-level, nagging pain. Many people avoid addressing it because it’s rarely severe. While severe pain is more disruptive in many ways, … Learn More » “Elbow Out Elbow Pain”
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Get the Upper Hand
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND My mother is an amazingly talented quilter. I have a piece of hers hanging in my office that is constantly being complemented by patients. Unfortunately, doing so many small hand movements has caused her to struggle with issues like … Learn More » “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Get the Upper Hand”
Are My Stem Cells Too Old?
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND I want to use my own tissue for the source of stem cells but are they too old? It’s a common misconception we hear: that the year you were born determines how well your stem cells function. The truth … Learn More » “Are My Stem Cells Too Old?”
Osteoarthritis Treatment: The ultimate game plan
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND Oregon Regenerative Medicine (ORM) offers the most comprehensive osteoarthritis treatment available. With our expertise in regenerative medicine combined with metabolic, hormonal, dietary, and movement strategies we ensure our patients get the best results possible. A Typical Osteoarthritis Treatment Success … Learn More » “Osteoarthritis Treatment: The ultimate game plan”
Dry Eye Disease: PRP results are clear
by Dr. Samuel G. Oltman, ND Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is best known for its use in orthopedic medicine to treat arthritis and injuries, but the evidence also shows immense benefit as a treatment for chronic dry eye disease and meibomian gland dysfunction. An estimated … Learn More » “Dry Eye Disease: PRP results are clear”
Injury Care: The Definitive Guide
As common as sprains and strains are, it is astounding how much misinformation persists about how to best manage injury care. Let’s set the record straight, using the best available evidence and parse the details: Inflammation and Stress Inflammation and stress are not always bad … Learn More » “Injury Care: The Definitive Guide”