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Knee Pain Treatment Without Surgery: Regenerative Options in Oregon

Posted on June 18 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

Knee pain can make everyday life harder. Walking upstairs, exercising, gardening, or even getting out of a chair may become uncomfortable when the knee joint is inflamed, unstable, or worn down. At Oregon Regenerative Medicine, chronic knee pain and knee osteoarthritis are among the most … Learn More » “Knee Pain Treatment Without Surgery: Regenerative Options in Oregon”

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Microplastics in the Brain: Can a credit card of accumulated plastic be removed?

Posted on May 7 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

Recent research published in Nature Medicine has found that the average human brain now contains enough accumulated plastic to equal roughly the weight of a credit card. Even more concerning, researchers found that concentrations of microplastics and nanoplastics in brain tissue were significantly higher than … Learn More » “Microplastics in the Brain: Can a credit card of accumulated plastic be removed?”

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Are you getting platelet-rich or platelet-poor PRP?

Posted on April 9 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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?”

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Weight Loss, Not a Quick Fix: Why GLP-1 Agonists Work Best as a Tool

Posted on January 17 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

So much weight loss media attention has been directed towards Ozempic, Mounjaro, Tirzepatide, Wegovy, Zepbund or Semaglutide that it is hard to keep all the facts straight about these GLP-1 agonist hormones. In this article, we will be diving into what GLP-1 agonists are, what … Learn More » “Weight Loss, Not a Quick Fix: Why GLP-1 Agonists Work Best as a Tool”

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Treating Early Dementia, Neurodegeneration and Concussions with the Platelet Lysate Protocol

Posted on September 19 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

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”

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Hibiscus Tea: Magic Elixer for Health and Longevity

Posted on August 29 By Jasmine Bachrach

Hibiscus tea, made from the vibrant petals of Hibiscus sabdariffa, is a flavorful, deep crimson beverage with a rich history in traditional medicine across cultures. Known for its tart taste and therapeutic properties, hibiscus tea is packed with antioxidants, cardiovascular benefits, and metabolic effects, making … Learn More » “Hibiscus Tea: Magic Elixer for Health and Longevity”

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Can frozen shoulder be thawed out in one treatment?

Posted on April 25 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

Sonographically-navigated frozen shoulder release with PRP What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is one of the most common and painfully debilitating conditions affecting the shoulder. In adhesive capsulitis, the shoulder joint is frozen in position by shoulder adhesions within the … Learn More » “Can frozen shoulder be thawed out in one treatment?”

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Does Eating a Mediterranean Diet Make You Happier?

Posted on February 7 By Oregon Regenerative Medicine

The short answer to this question about people living in the Mediterranean (and who follow the Mediterranean diet) is ‘probably!’  With a temperate climate, a close proximity to nature and a culture that promotes family and other close relationships, the Mediterranean lifestyle has incredibly attractive … Learn More » “Does Eating a Mediterranean Diet Make You Happier?”