Recently, a friend told me that he no longer felt comfortable skiing because of a meniscus tear that had happened three months earlier. His plan consisted of limiting activity, taking ibuprofen intermittently, and “living with it” because he did not know what else to do. … Learn More » “Meniscus Tear Treatment Without Surgery: What the Evidence Says About PRP”
Donna had never even heard of PRP eye drops for severe dry eye. She only knew that she had to do something. “My eyes are so dry they feel like sandpaper,” said Donna (name changed to protect patient privacy). “I’ve tried every kind of eye … Learn More » “PRP Eye Drops for Severe Dry Eye: “They Gave Me Back My Life””
by Dr. Noel Peterson, ND, DAAPM, Updated August 2026 Elbow pain, most commonly caused by “tennis elbow” (lateral elbow tendinopathy) or “golfer’s elbow” (medial elbow tendinopathy), can be much more than a low-level, nagging pain. Many people avoid addressing it until it is severe. But … Learn More » “Elbow Out Elbow Pain: PRP for Tennis Elbow Without Steroids or Surgery”
Seeking Patients with Shoulder Arthritis for an Innovative Regenerative Medicine Study Shoulder osteoarthritis can significantly impact quality of life, making everyday activities such as reaching overhead, lifting objects, exercising, and even sleeping uncomfortable. While conventional treatments often focus on symptom management through medications, corticosteroid injections, … Learn More » “New Clinical Study at Oregon Regenerative Medicine: Exploring PRP and A2M Protein Concentrate Injections for Shoulder Osteoarthritis”
As a back pain specialist in the Spine Program at Kaiser Permanente, I frequently discuss treatment options like the PRP epidural injection with my patients. I also remind them that there are two types of people in the world—those with issues at L4/L5 and those … Learn More » “PRP Epidural Injection for Herniated Disc: A Powerful Long-Term Solution for Back and Leg Pain”
by Dr. Noel Peterson, ND, DAAPM The vast majority of clinics have no idea of whether their PRP is platelet enriched or platelet poor. For over 20 years, Oregon Regenerative Medicine has been the only NW clinic to analyze every patient’s Platelet Rich Plasma in our laboratory … Learn More » “Are you getting platelet-rich or platelet-poor PRP?”
Congratulations to Dr. Terrance Manning on earning the American Academy of Orthopedic Medicine (AAOM) prestigious Interventional Regenerative Orthopedic Medicine Certification (IROM-C)—a remarkable achievement that places him among an elite group of physicians advancing the field of non-surgical orthopedic care. Dr. Terry Manning is further distinguished … Learn More » “Dr. Terrance Manning Earns IROM-C, a First for Naturopathic Medicine”
Lumbar facet arthropathy (LFA) can be a painful degenerative condition affecting the facet joints in the lower back. These joints, which provide stability and facilitate movement in the spine, can undergo structural changes over time. While some degree of facet joint degeneration is common with … Learn More » “Lumbar Facet Joints: Is pain a red flag?”
Chronic back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting 1 in 5 adults aged 20 to 59 years. But an analysis of randomized trials and observational studies led a panel of experts to strongly advise against the spine interventions commonly used for chronic … Learn More » “Expert Panel Advises Against Common Low Back Pain Treatments”
At Oregon Regenerative Medicine in Portland, our mission has always been to deliver the most precise, evidence-informed, and patient-centered regenerative and interventional spine care possible. We are excited to announce an important advancement: the addition of C-arm fluoroscopy to our clinic for fluoroscopy-guided spine injections … Learn More » “Fluoroscopy-Guided Spine Injections in Portland: ORM Adds C-Arm Technology”
Dr. Noel Peterson, Dr. Kristian Flores & Dr. Terrance Manning empower patients to create healthy longevity through education and natural therapy.
