I have suffered from piriformis syndrome for over a year. I have pain in the lower back, right groin, right IT band and frequently pain in my right knee. I have injected the piriformis 3 times with steroids with temporary relief for a few months. Wet and cold weather exacerbate the symptoms. On 3/6/19 I …
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Physiology of a Back Strain: Nociceptive effect: • Activation of nociceptive nerve fibers • Signal sent down to neurons via spinal cord to brain. • Signals upregulate the feeling of pain and initiates the inflammatory response Inflammatory effect: • Damaged cells release cytokines and other mediators • Initiates vascular dilation and permeability • PMLs, …
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) initiates a soft tissue healing cascade. PRP supplies and releases growth factors from the platelets to stimulate a regenerative response that augments healing and promotes repair in tissues that would not normally happen in tissues with injury or low healing potential. PRP stimulates wound healing by inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling of …
PRP is a preparation of your blood into a platelet concentrate in a smaller volume after processing in a centrifuge. Typically, 30 to 60 cc of blood is drawn from a vein and deposited in an FDA approved kit and then centrifuged. The kit separates the whole blood into the top plasma layer and bottom …
Hormones dictate what our bodies do with the fuel we feed it. Hormonal harmony keeps our bodies function optimally. Menopause and weight gain cause hormonal disharmony. Estrogen, a class of hormones, is a major female sex hormone. It is responsible for shaping a women’s physique. Falling levels of estrogen contribute to expanding waist lines in …
Platelet Rich Plasma utilizes the body’s natural healing process. PRP is a concentration of platelets that are injected into the body to promote tissue repair and accelerate healing. Platelets are rich in growth and healing factors. PRP was made popular by professional athletes through its treatment of season-ending symptoms including swelling, stiffness, inflammation, tenderness and …
Cocoa Bliss Smoothie This is a chocolate shake for breakfast and is power packed with creamy, health fat. Cacao not only adds great flavor, but it’s a source of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Yields 1 serving · 1 cup almond or cashew milk · ½ cup full-fat coconut milk · 1 tablespoon raw cacao powder …
Body sculpting allows you to safely achieve a well-shaped, toned down body in multiple sessions. The treatment sessions are relatively shorter when compared to traditional surgeries. It also has minimal downtime and little to no discomfort. The procedure is not painful at all and can be carried out on a routine day where you can …
PRP treatments now offer a non-surgical option to fight balding. PRP uses your own blood to stimulate hair growth. It also thickens your existing hair. PRP promotes hair growth when follicles are present. People with extreme hair loss or non-existent follicles do not generally benefit from this treatment. The growth factors play the role of …
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a substance that is thought to promote healing when injected into areas of the body. PRP is obtained by isolating plasma from blood and concentrating it. Injecting PRP into damaged tissue will stimulate your body to grow new, healthy cells and promote healing. PRP injections have been used in multiple …