Healing

At a molecular level, peptides are small chains of amino acids that form proteins. They are essential molecules that help make up the structure of our biological systems. Serving as signals between our cells, peptides play a hugely important roll in bodily function. They work by binding to receptors in the surface of target cells, […]

The hip labrum is a ring of tough fibrocartilage that supports the acetabulofemoral joint (the ball-and-socket joint between the hip and femur). When the hip labrum becomes injured, it can lead to hip instability, abnormal rubbing of bones, cartilage degeneration, and predisposes the individual to hip osteoarthritis (OA). Labral tears are more common than one […]

Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is a painful condition of the iliotibial (IT) band. Endurance trainers such as long-distance runners and cyclists are at higher risk, but ITBS can affect anyone. Poor training practice ( e.g. improper form, no warm-up, or going “HAM”) also puts people at greater risk for ITBS and other sports injuries.  The […]

Vertebral discs are the cartilaginous pads or cushions that lie between vertebrae in the spinal column. Each vertebral disc is composed of a fibrous outer layer that holds a gel-like substance in the middle, sort of like a jelly donut. Discs function as shock absorbers for the vertebrae and help protect the central nerves that […]

Prolotherapy is a regenerative treatment that repairs joints and alleviates pain. It involves injecting a dextrose solution at injured sites of the joint to induce its repair. The solution irritates the area and triggers inflammation. Inflammation in turn recruits the healing components necessary to repair the injured tissue and restore joint function. Prolotherapy has long […]

Knee injuries and related pain symptoms are amongst the most common life-impacting ailments experienced by adults in the United States. What’s worse is the fact that conventional treatments for knee injuries and pain tend to address only the symptoms, providing temporary relief but failing to fix the root of the problem. Because of this, the […]

Ending the Stigma There will always be those certain medical conditions that don’t get talked about. They might be thought of embarrassing, gross, or just no one’s business but the patient and doctor’s. Keeping these conditions under wraps can actually negatively impact individuals who live with them by making it easier to spread misinformation and […]

A lymphatic massage is one that stimulates the lymph nodes and promotes lymphatic drainage. The manual techniques involved in this massage aim to drain excess fluid from muscles and connective tissues. This makes a person feel better by reducing swelling throughout the body and by flushing out toxins and waste products from body tissues.  Lymphatic […]

An ankle sprain can happen to anyone, all it takes is one wrong step. Ankle sprains tend to be painful and limit movement, depending on their severity. In the case of such a common and variable injury, how do we know if our ankle is actually sprained or when to see a doctor? The Ankle […]