The Interventional Orthobiologics Blog
Blog covering topics and research in interventional orthobiologics, interventional orthopedics, and orthopedic procedures.
Sciatica Epidural Recovery? When Epidurals Fail
Low back pain due to a pinched nerve (sciatica) is a common problem that used to require surgery most of the time. A big medical advance of the 1980s was the use of epidural steroid injections to reduce pain and decrease the chance that a surgery would be needed. However, is there hope when low…read more
New Muscle Recovery Research: Protein Drinks May Help
Athletes for centuries have been trying to figure out how to recover quicker after a big workout. New muscle recovery research may show an answer, although one that needs a bit more research. Turns out that swigging that protein drink may help. The concept is simple – protein is a building block of muscle, so…read more
Fat Stem Cell Treatment? Skin Aging Improved in New Study
Fat stem cell treatments are all around the web now, many claiming small miracles. One that’s become popular is reinjecting the fat stem cells back into the face for rejuvenation. Does this work? A new study shows that it seems to work well enough in rats. Stem cells live throughout the body. The two most…read more
GMO Food Research: Pigs Fed Genetically Engineered Crops are Quite Messed Up
GMO food research is finally starting to accumulate despite industry push back. I’ve blogged on the possible dangers of Roundup Ready crops and how this may be linked to gluten sensitivity and arthritis. Now a researcher who is funded by the Australian Government (and not big Agriculture) is reporting startling findings about what happens to…read more
Meniscus Tear Surgery or Not? Meniscus Tears are Like Wrinkles…
Meniscus tear surgery or not? That is the question of the 21st century. You might be surprised to hear that in the vast majority of instances, the research clearly says “not”. The meniscus is a shock absorber in the knee. It acts as a spacer between the cartilage surfaces and it also helps to guide motion.…read more
How to Improve Stem Cells: Pay Attention to Homocysteine!
I get asked almost on a daily basis how to improve stem cells by patients who are contemplating a stem cell injection. While many things are important such as diet, exercise, and supplements, does a little known blood marker associated with heart attacks make a difference? What is homocysteine and why does it matter when…read more
