May 25, 2015 | arthritis, back, inflammation, knee, meniscus, Regenexx, shoulder, Uncategorized |
Regenexx’s Dr. Michael Jackson was recently featured on WHO radio’s Mickelson in the Morning to talk about the innovative procedures we offer. Listen below for an inside look at what we do.
May 11, 2015 | arthritis, knee, Uncategorized |
Medical myths are ideas held by physicians—and consequently by patients—about a variety of conditions. When subjected to medical research, however, these myths turn out to be false. A big whopper that’s widely believed is that lost knee cartilage causes pain....
Apr 9, 2015 | knee, meniscus, Regenexx, Regenexx SD+, Uncategorized |
The research that has supported using surgery to treat meniscus tears is collapsing. Study after study shows that this common surgery doesn’t work and likely sets up patients for more problems down the road. There is one type of meniscus tear, however, that has been...
Apr 9, 2015 | knee, meniscus, Uncategorized |
What is the difference between meniscus repair surgery and surgery that simply removes the meniscus? What are the possible complications from meniscus repair surgery? The knee meniscus is a shock absorber that helps to protect the cartilage. Very few recommended...
Mar 25, 2015 | knee, Uncategorized |
Microfracture surgery is a common method used to repair knee cartilage. A study reported in the March 2015 journal Arthroscopy indicates that the procedure is ineffective, and the author suggests that it’s time to retire knee microfracture surgery. Knee microfracture...
Mar 25, 2015 | arthritis, knee, Uncategorized |
Our genetic structure plays an important role in determining our risk for many diseases. Genetics tests now can tell you how many of hundreds of diseases you may be at higher risk of contracting, all with a swab from your mouth. In addition, doctors are just beginning...
