The Interventional Orthobiologics Blog
Blog covering topics and research in interventional orthobiologics, interventional orthopedics, and orthopedic procedures.
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. …read more
What Are Exosomes? Are They Legal?
The stem cell wild west continues. In the past 18 months, we've seen an explosion in companies stating that they are selling vials of millions of stem cells but are really selling vials of dead tissue. In the meantime, a new twist has emerged. We now have some companies selling exosomes. So what are exosomes, why would someone want to use them in patients, and are they even legal? …read more Only About Half of Hip Arthroscopy Patients Report Long-Term Satisfaction
In addition to many studies showing hip arthroscopy for hip impingement and hip labrum tears aren't a good idea, now it seems almost half of patients who pull the trigger on this surgery aren't satisfied with the results long term... …read more Is this Fraud? Chiro Clinics and Cord “Stem Cells”
Dr. Centeno investigates the case of a local woman who claims that she was defrauded by a chiropractic clinic that injected IV cord blood into her veins to treat her health problems. …read more Spinal Stenosis Surgery Alternatives: Stem Cells or PRP?
What are spinal stenosis surgery alternatives? Dr. Centeno discusses how the use of precise injections of platelet-rich plasma or stem cells can help patients avoid invasive spinal stenosis surgery. …read more 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. …read more 