For individuals living with POTS, dysautonomia, hypermobility disorders, or EDS-related conditions, summer heat can become much more than an inconvenience. It can significantly affect nervous system regulation and day-to-day functioning. At NW Regen, many patients...
At NW Regen, summer commonly brings an increase in patients dealing with knee pain, shoulder irritation, tendon flare-ups, and old injuries that suddenly become noticeable again. This happens because we’re all getting more active again—often without realizing how...
When the Nervous System Is Part of Pain Chronic pain is often treated as a problem at the site of injury: a sore shoulder, a sensitive nerve, a joint that never quite healed. But for many, the pain continues long after the original issue should have resolved. When...
When Standing Up Feels Like Too Much Imagine your heart racing, your vision narrowing, and your energy dropping—just from standing up. For people living with POTS(Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), this isn’t occasional. It’s daily life. POTS is a form of...
If you’ve been feeling more tired than usual—and not bouncing back the way you used to—you’re not alone. Many men assume this shift comes down to testosterone. And while hormones can play a role, they’re often only part of the picture. What we see more often is a...
When most people hear EDS, they think of flexibility. But for many living with the syndrome, that flexibility comes at a cost. EDS is often misunderstood as just flexibility—but it can impact joints, pain, fatigue, and the entire nervous system. During EDS Awareness...
If you've ever wondered whether ADHD and autism are the same thing, two versions of the same thing, or something else entirely, you're not alone. This question comes up constantly, and it deserves a real answer. You've probably noticed it yourself, or maybe someone...
If your energy, drive, or performance feels off, it may be more than just getting older – it could be time to get your hormones checked. You’re ready to get back out there—golf, workouts, and long days outside. You haven’t lost the drive to be active, but something...
Since 1998, April has been a time to raise awareness about this serious and often underdiagnosed condition affecting millions. April is Sjogren’s Disease Awareness Month. This is a time to bring attention to this autoimmune condition that is often overlooked or...