Stem cell therapy, or regenerative medicine, is an exciting area of medicine that can offer significant benefits for appearance and overall health. Like many medical treatments, particularly newer innovations, the cost is one of the primary concerns that people have. Specifically, many patients want to know if stem cell therapy is covered by insurance, including […]
If you’re living with arthritis, you may want to add some spices when you’re cooking your next meal. Why? Because spices can help with reducing chronic inflammation. As part of a holistic treatment plan that includes physical therapy, medication, and stem cell therapy, an anti-inflammatory diet can be a powerful way to improve arthritis-related pain and […]
If you’re dealing with peripheral nerve pain, you know what a devastating impact these symptoms can have on your life. The shooting pains, tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness can turn any task into a painful ordeal. Even though it may feel hopeless, particularly if you are having difficulty finding the underlying cause, there are effective […]
We’re just going to say it — men can be stubborn when it comes to their health and going to the doctor. Many men put off seeing their doctor for painful or uncomfortable symptoms and try to just “power through.” But what happens when a problem begins affecting day-to-day life, your productivity, or your relationships […]
What is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the umbrella term used to describe a group of progressive lung diseases including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and asthma. These conditions are characterized by the buildup of scar tissue in the lungs that causes increasing breathlessness, coughing, fatigue, and decreased stamina. Diseases under the COPD umbrella have […]
Undergoing surgery, especially if you’re advanced in years, is a risky undertaking. Between the risk of infection and the chance of recovery going poorly, it feels like you’re in a lose-lose situation. That’s why, when faced with knee replacement surgery, many people look for possible alternatives. But, with so many alternatives available, how do you […]
Stem cells have taken the medical world by storm, but many people are unaware of the integral role they play in treating chronic illnesses and diseases. The term stem cell still carries a lot of stigmas — mostly because there are different ways to harvest stem cells and various medical treatment models available. At Innovations […]
Swollen joints? Pain? Stiffness when you move? Inflammation? All of these symptoms are often a sign that something isn’t right. Is it gout? Maybe. Or, is it rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? RA and gout are two types of arthritis with different causes and treatments, but they have very similar symptoms. So, how can you tell them […]
Even in today’s sedentary world, we rely heavily on our feet to get around. For this reason, foot pain can seriously alter your day-to-day life. Sometimes, however, this foot pain doesn’t go away on its own — in fact, it may be a more serious problem than you originally thought. One of these common but […]
Living with an injury or wound that just won’t heal? Some injuries take a long time to heal; especially injuries to the musculoskeletal system, such as sprains, strains, tears, and fractures. These injuries – and any injury that takes a long time to heal – can keep you from your favorite activities and exercise. They […]