Regenerative Injection

Regenerative Injection Therapies

Prolotherapy is an injection technique that targets both acute and chronic soft tissue injuries. The treatment generates a localized inflammatory response that stimulates blood flow and tissue regeneration.

Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) involves concentrating your own blood product into a growth factor-rich power house solution, then injecting this solution directly into the area of injury. PRP is nicknamed "liquid gold" for a reason - we are harnessing the power of your own tissue healing capacity for regeneration and repair of an injury. PRP is also used for aesthetics purposes to address hair loss, fine lines, wrinkles, inflammatory skin conditions and scarring.

The research behind regenerative injection therapies like prolotherapy & PRP is constantly evolving. I strive to stay on top of the evidence so I can offer the most effective and targeted treatments to my patients. Both therapies have been used successfully to accelerate the resolution of sprains, strains & chronic pain. A non-exhaustive list of applicable conditions includes:

whiplash, concussion
rotator cuff tears & tendinopathies
neck pain, low back pain, rib pain, interscapular pain
sciatica
tennis or golfer's elbow
MCL/LCL/ACL tears & meniscal pathologies
wrist hypermobility
Achilles or patellar tendon tears or tendinopathies
muscle tears
recurrent ankle sprains
hair loss
fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, improving complexion

A complete treatment requires attention to the muscles, fascia, and nervous system components that influence the injury. I use various assessment techniques and tools in my toolkit until adequate pain resolution and joint function has returned.

For more information about prolotherapy or PRP, please contact me.

Pain Management Injection Techniques

Neural & Perineural Therapies are techniques that target damaged or inflamed nerves. Neural therapy uses local anesthetic to temporarily reset nerve transmission & block pain receptors - similar to the idea of rebooting a frozen computer. Perineural uses 5% dextrose to block alternate pain receptors. Both treatments can create lasting relief from chronic nerve pain and scar tissue adhesions, particularly effective in the treatment of chronic neuralgias (ie trigeminal neuralgia, post-herpetic neuralgia), post-surgical scars, low back pain, chronic headaches, shoulder pain, knee pain.

Hydrodissection is a technique that involves ultrasound-guided injections of a basic solution to create physical space around an entrapped or impinged nerve OR to improve tissue glide between fascial planes. Excellent for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, DeQuervain's tenosynovitis, shoulder impingement, adhesive capsulitis, foot pain, low back pain, tight upper back and shoulders, chronic headaches.

Hyaluronic acid (HA) injections are an excellent and effective option for knee, hip, or ankle osteoarthritis. Often used in a long term treatment plan for degenerative joints in conjunction with other therapies like cortisone or PRP. Examples of HA injections include Synvisc, Monovisc, Cingal, Durolane.

Cortisone injections are used to target and calm inflamed tissue such as tendons, nerves, and joints. Always under the guidance of ultrasound to ensure placement, cortisone is injected to block inflammatory cycles that may be impeding to your rehabilitation. Cortisone is often used to treat tendinopathies, adhesive capsulitis, DeQuervain's tenosynovitis, calcifications, and joint osteoarthritis.

All injections are performed in conjunction with a comprehensive exercise rehab program & lifestyle assessment to enhance outcomes. When it comes to injections, I want you to get the best 'bang for your buck', which means optimizing your treatments with collaborative & comprehensive care to produce maximal results. Reduce pain, improve strength, and get back to doing what you love every day.

Functional Lab Testing

When warranted, lab assessment can help us get to the bottom of your case. Labs might identify deficiencies, imbalances, or dysfunction in a patient. When paired with clinical symptoms, labs can help use maximize the efficiency of your current treatment plan or provide insight to your wellness longevity. Individualized results, faster.

- Hormone assessments (Serum, urine & salivary panels) tailored to your concerns

- Comprehensive stool analysis (DNA PCR Analysis)

- Expanded cardiometabolic panels for current or preventative health

- Vitamin D testing

- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) panel

- General comprehensive or patient-specific screens (serum, urine, stool)

Lab Testing

IV Therapy

Feeling run down and on to the third cold of the season? Struggling with troubled skin or hormone imbalances? IV Nutrient Therapy is a treatment that delivers therapeutic doses of micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, amino acids) intravenously as part of an individualized treatment plan.

IV therapy is commonly used to treat a wide range of conditions, including migraines, post-concussive syndrome, tension headaches, PMS, fatigue or burnout, recurrent colds & flus, skin disorders, mood disorders (anxiety, depression), in support of athletic preparation or recovery, longevity and antioxidant support for general wellness & prevention.

By bypassing the gastrointestinal system, IV therapy's delivery of nutrients is not affected by digestive health & absorptive capacity. Through IV therapy we are able to administer therapeutic doses of nutrients that target your health concerns without creating unwanted gastrointestinal side effects.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a tried and true treatment that has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries. Its foundations are based on aligning meridian flows within the body to regain functional balance. However, it has also been adapted into today’s medical paradigm as an excellent treatment for injuries and pain.

IMS (Intramuscular stimulation) or functional dry needling (FDN) is used regularly in my practice to resolve muscle tightness, break up scar tissue, reroute neuromuscular pathways, and increase blood flow to tissues (ie promote healing).

Combined with adjunctive therapies such as cupping, strengthening, or injection therapies, FDN or acupuncture are used to treat everything from injury recovery and chronic pain to fertility and cycle management.

Thyroid & Women's Hormone Support

Your body's system of hormones is like a symphony - all parts working together harmoniously to produce a response. Hormones are meant to fluctuate within their communication feedback loops - this is a normal process. But sometimes - like anything - the balance of these processes can be disrupted. Hormone-related conditions I treat regularly in my practice include PMS, PMDD, endometriosis, PCOS, painful or heavy periods, short or long cycles, impaired conception, insomnia, hot flashes, mood swings, chronic fatigue or exhaustion, hair loss, hypothyroid, post-concussion syndrome. We will explore the physiologic & lifestyle influences on your health concerns, as well as provide various options to achieve balanced health.

Hormone

Menopause & Perimenopause Care

As a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP), I have completed extensive further education & certification in this field of medicine to provide my patients with the most innovative and up-to-date standard of care. My goal is to educate and empower women to make informed & confident choices throughout their transition.

Although crucial for your daily quality of life, menopause care is not just about treating your symptoms (we do this too!). It also involves a current plan that sets you up for best wellness and longevity outcomes over the long run. We will do a personalized comprehensive assessment to identify your risk factors and create a care plan that gets you moving swiftly through life after menopause.

Whether you are interested in hormone therapy or not, you don't have to suffer through hot flashes, brain fog, insomnia, or recurrent UTIs - you have options. I would love to help guide you through.

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