The Interventional Orthobiologics Blog

Blog covering topics and research in interventional orthobiologics, interventional orthopedics, and orthopedic procedures.

Is Tramadol Increasing the Risk of Death in Arthritis Patients?

Tramadol (Ultram) is often prescribed as a pain reliever for patients with arthritis. However, is it safe? What if it were just as bad as a narcotic? Let’s take a look. Tramadol: A Quasi-Narcotic Tramadol (e.g., Ultram, Ralivia, Conzip, etc.) is an opioid-like narcotic prescribed for pain. While it may be considered a “safer” choice…read more

Harry Adelson Stem Cell Review, the Biohacker, and the Chinese Hamburger

Many years ago I was in China for business and hadn’t eaten in two days. I ordered a hamburger from room service, and what arrived wasn’t quite a hamburger. That’s how I feel about a new biohacker video that shows Harry Adelson, a naturopath, performing a stem cell procedure. What I see isn’t quite a real…read more

Are NSAIDs Causing Stress Fractures?

Dr. Centeno reviews a new study that investigates the potential connections between NSAID use in US military troops and stress fractures. …read more

IMAC Regeneration Centers Review

Dr. Centeno reviews the IMAC Regeneration Centers. …read more

Hip Replacement vs Hip Resurfacing: Differences and Risks

You'd think hip resurfacing would have fewer complications than the more extreme hip replacement, but, unfortunately, when considering hip resurfacing instead of hip replacement, much of the literature isn't pretty. …read more

Your Back Problem May Be Destroying Back Muscles

An issue in your spine could be destroying your back muscles. Keeping the back muscles active, even in the presence of aging and a spinal disorder, may keep the back stronger and, therefore, decrease the risk of muscle loss. …read more