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The Human Body CAN Heal Itself from Head to Toe

Regenerative Medicine is creating buzz in the medical world as a groundbreaking approach to healing that harnesses the body’s natural ability to repair itself. This innovative field focuses on treatments like Stem Cell Therapy and Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy, which have shown promising results in promoting tissue regeneration, reducing pain, and improving mobility. However, despite…

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Uncovering Natural Alternative to Knee Surgery with Regenerative Medicine

Stiff, achy, and pain in the knees can be debilitating. And it’s so common that nearly one million knee replacement surgeries are performed each year in the US. But when surgery isn’t an option – or desired by a patient – regenerative medicine may help. We’re talking about procedures that allow the body to heal…

The Benefits of Regenerative Medicine – Resolving Pain From Head to Toe

The Benefits of Regenerative Medicine – Resolving Pain From Head to Toe

Lots of people are intrigued by regenerative medicine and have heard promising information about the incredible power it has to promote healing. But there’s also a lot of confusion about what it really encompasses and how it works. Here’s my breakdown of how and why we use these innovative therapies from head to toe –…

Becker’s Spine Review Interview: Dr. Haines on Mapping Regenerative Medicine Therapies’ Future in Spine Care

Becker’s Spine Review Interview: Dr. Haines on Mapping Regenerative Medicine Therapies’ Future in Spine Care

As seen in Becker’s Spine Review Becker’s Asks: In 10 years, will regenerative medicine become more mainstream in spine? Colin Haines, MD. Spine Surgeon, VSI (Reston, VA):The field of regenerative medicine will continue to grow. In general, spine surgeons have been slow to adopt new technology. Less invasive approaches to surgical solutions became widespread much…

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Am I A Candidate for Stem Cell Therapy? Dr. Bharara Explains Criteria

Stem cell therapy is a modern, outpatient procedure that utilizes the body’s natural healing process to rebuild damaged tissue, heal injuries more effectively, and eliminate pain. Stem cell therapy targets the underlying source of pain without relying on medication and surgery, leading to increased function and mobility with a shorter recovery time than surgical options….

What is Bertolotti Syndrome?

What is Bertolotti Syndrome?

Bertolotti Syndrome is when the bottom lumbar vertebra, also known as L5, grows extra bone that rubs against the sacrum, or the bottom part of the functional spine. This is a commonly misdiagnosed condition, largely because imaging doesn’t always tell the full picture.  Very commonly, people without back pain may have the imaging characteristics of…

VSI Research Shows Stem Cell Therapy Improves Low Back Pain

VSI Research Shows Stem Cell Therapy Improves Low Back Pain

NEW Research Findings: Intradiscal injection of autologous bone marrow aspirate concentrate improves low back pain at one year The spine surgeons and the director of regenerative medicine at VSI initiated a research study to prove the effectiveness of bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC), widely known as stem cell therapy, to resolve low back pain. The…

After 7 Years of Chronic Pain, Former Marine is Climbing Denali Pain-Free

After 7 Years of Chronic Pain, Former Marine is Climbing Denali Pain-Free

As an active former marine who competed in triathlons, Iron Man competitions, and was able to leg press 800-900 pounds, Nick found himself suffering from debilitating back pain that left him unable to sit for longer than 10 minutes. Being inactive and sitting on the sidelines of life was not an option for Nick. Through…