Once upon a time, there was a little-known therapy called Stellate Ganglion Blocks, otherwise known as SGB. Over the years, this treatment, while admittedly not well-known, proved remarkably effective for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), panic attacks, anxiety, stress-related disorders, insomnia, postpartum depression, among other conditions. However, it remained a mystery to most people (including clinicians). Today, the story is changing …
How Effective are PRP and Adipose Therapies?
DataBiologics recently released its 2021 Outcomes Report: “An Overview of Regenerative Treatments for Orthopedic Conditions.” If you’re not familiar with the organization, DataBiologics helps physicians collect and analyze patient data to measure the efficacy of...
For Knee Osteoarthritis, Study Proves PRP More Effective than Hyaluronic Acid
Osteoarthritis is a common disease among older adults, and the knee joint is most commonly affected. Having an effective and safe treatment option is important to help us all live healthier, more active lives. A recent study, “Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Hyaluronic...
An In-Depth Look at Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy
In the search for the most effective ways to improve the quality of our lives, we all generally want the same outcomes. We strive for overall better health, with reduced pain and a return to peak performance. Our solution at Northwest Regen? Using natural,...
Erectile Dysfunction: The Unspoken Truth
It’s Time to Talk about the Causes and the Treatments While Erectile Dysfunction, or “ED,” is one of the most commonly reported issues in men’s health, it is rarely talked about. In fact, there are probably few topics more sensitive for men to discuss. But with...
Could Low Testosterone be Causing Your Symptoms? You Aren’t the Only One.
As a doctor, I’ve heard all the clichés about not wanting to go to the doctor. Oftentimes, men will only visit a doctor’s office when their health is severe enough to force them—well, that or when their “other halves” force them. As a man, I get it … I’m even guilty...
Why Do We Use Ultrasound To Guide Treatment?
Using ultrasound in naturopathic medicine is becoming the standard of care in the industry. Why? There are two reasons why in-office ultrasound imaging helps doctors like Dr. Wood deliver better care. First, an ultrasound machine allows physicians to see what’s going...
Controlling Anxiety and PTSD by Rebooting Your Nerves
Heart racing. Sweaty palms. Shortness of breath. Triggers. Fear, anxiety, and PTSD are no joke. What if there was a shot that could help you control fear, anxiety, and panic attacks and PTSD by rebooting the right nerves? The stellate ganglion is a collection of...
Do You Have a Wobbly Tire in Your Body?: Stabilizing Loose Ligaments and Tendons
Imagine that the front left tire on your car wasn’t properly balanced. Your car would start vibrating as you drove down the road. Normally you would get this checked out by a qualified mechanic, but imagine if you did nothing to correct this issue. Over time and...