Research
Explore our research section, where we dive into various subjects to uncover insights and progress. From scientific breakthroughs to societal analyses, our research endeavors aim to expand understanding and drive innovation..
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Dr. Centeno reviews the IMAC Regeneration Centers.
The State of Orthopedic Surgery Research: Poor Grades for Common Procedures
Dr. Centeno discusses the poor evidence base for common orthopedic surgeries. Meaning that we have good evidence they are ineffective. New Research Shows that Our Stem Cells Don’t Forget Old Injuries
Do stem cells have a brain? Meaning, can they “remember” and use that memory to act? That's the intriguing concept that's being explored in new research and the results sort of blow me away. Let me explain. A New Neck Ligament Has Big Implications for CCJ Instability Patients
Dr. Centeno reviews how newly discovered connections between the brain and spinal cord and upper neck muscles and ligaments impact patients with CCJ instability. Is Yogurt Good for You? New Research Adds to the Retro Dannon Ad…
Do you remember those Dannon commercials where they showed really old people who ate mostly yogurt? While yogurt became a health food of the ’60s, it was in the ’70s that scientists began to uncover its health benefits. This morning I’d like to review a study (after you watch the 1970s TV ad below) that…read more R3 Stem Cell Stroke Treatment Review
If you read this blog, you know I get sent info from colleagues all the time. This morning I’d like to dig into a press release by R3, a company that sells and markets amniotic and cord tissue as “stem cell” treatments. The focus of this release is treating the problems associated with stroke, and it…read more My All Stem Cell Type Orthopedic Stem Cell Research Infographic for 2018
(Click here for a larger view) A few days ago, I published my 2018 version of the orthopedic bone marrow stem cell research infographic. Since last year, I’ve also published an annual all cell types version, which adds in the research being published on adipose (fat) and birth tissue stem cells. This year I also…read more Will Stem Cells Regrow You New Cartilage if You Have None? Nope…
I love writing about what I see day in and out. Yesterday I evaluated a patient who had been to a local West2North “stem cell” seminar and was told that they could regenerate cartilage in her foot. However, the joint they wanted to treat was without any cartilage and didn’t hurt and caused her no functional…read more 
