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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New Ankle Ligament Research & Treatments
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”
Joint Articular Cartilage: How to Rescue Yours
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”
Triple your risk of knee replacement with meniscus surgery
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”
Hip and low back pain: Can they be related?
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?”
Hair Regrowth: Get the facts on how to maximize your hair health!
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!”
Long COVID & the Stellate Ganglion Block
by Dr. Kristian Flores, MD, ND Why do some patients have virtually no COVID symptoms, why do some have significant symptoms, and why do some people get the complex version of COVID known as “Long COVID”? The answer is likely due to a variety of … Learn More » “Long COVID & the Stellate Ganglion Block”
Regenerate YOU – Goal for 2025- Now is the Time!
Tabitha is 66 years old and has eagerly awaited this new year. At her retirement in 2024 she had planned to travel the world with her sister. Sadly, an old tear in her meniscus now threatens Tabitha’s dream. She has debilitating pain that makes walking unbearable. Tabitha … Learn More » “Regenerate YOU – Goal for 2025- Now is the Time!”
PRF: Platelet-Rich Fibrin is the next generation of skin rejuvenation
Have you noticed your skin sagging from volume loss, increased pore size or hyperpigmentation? Do you have a dull, dry complexion? Conventional fillers are outdated. You can now choose a fantastic natural alternative: Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). Historically, PRF has been used in wound care and … Learn More » “PRF: Platelet-Rich Fibrin is the next generation of skin rejuvenation”
The Versatility of PRP: 5 diverse applications with big benefits
At Oregon Regenerative Medicine, we continue to be the leading providers of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and autologous stem cells in the treatment of sports injuries, joint preservation and osteoarthritis. But our pioneering expertise extends far beyond regenerative musculoskeletal medicine. Here are the other conditions where the regenerative … Learn More » “The Versatility of PRP: 5 diverse applications with big benefits”