SI joint problems can be tricky to diagnose. Although imaging is a diagnostic tool, X-rays alone can’t fully identify the problem. Another problem in this area is that while the injury wasn’t well known for some time, now – thanks to an over-abundance of so-called ‘treatments’, it’s actually over-diagnosed and now you can find an endless…
There’s a lot of talk about the power of Regenerative Medicine as a natural healing option for spine and other orthopedic conditions. But this innovative umbrella of treatments also holds great promise when it comes to aesthetics – helping people get back to feeling strong, happy, and confident about their appearance – and these benefits…
Kathryn is only 27 years old, but in many ways – she’s already lived a lifetime. In fact – she’s dealt with debilitating back and hip pain for most of her life. It started when she was 13 and fell on the ice. Kathryn remembers the day: “I swung my backpack over my shoulder in…
Sacroiliac or SI joint dysfunction is the source of up to 1/4 of all back pain. But while it can be debilitating for many – finding relief isn’t always easy. Kathryn Butterfield knows this firsthand. Her life was full of so much pain because of SI joint issues that she was nearly incapacitated until she got her diagnosis…
Lots of people are intrigued by regenerative medicine and have heard promising information about the incredible power it has to promote healing. But it also offers a great opportunity to address a variety of aesthetic issues too. From thinning hair to challenges with your skin. In this episode, Dr. Thomas Nguyen of VSI walks us…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…
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….
