You know the feeling—intense pain in your neck or lower back that bothers you throughout the day. Your neck is stiff, your back is tight, and painkillers and stretching it out only go so far. Sometimes, the pain will even wake you up at night.  When you have pain that just doesn’t seem to go…

How to Deal with Knee and Ankle Pain  It’s frustrating when pain keeps you from your favorite activities, so most people opt to simply “push through” it so they can keep up their workout routine. But the sad fact is this can often lead to more damage and longer recovery time. Knee and ankle pain…

What is Regenerative Orthopedics? If you enjoy an active lifestyle, you don’t want to be sidelined by an injury. Healing joints and connective tissue can take a lot of time and is often painful enough to stop you from training. Traditional orthopedics can offer temporary pain relief, but for some patients this just isn’t enough…

Men’s Hormones and Longevity Dr. Matthew Hernandez Experiencing low energy, low libido, or changes in weight and metabolism? Your thyroid, adrenal, and sex hormones may be the culprit! Optimizing your hormones can do wonders for your longevity, and give you the energy and stamina to feel your best and live a fulfilling life.

Thinking Outside the Box: Knee Pain Dr. Matthew Hernandez Is knee pain stopping you from staying active and living life to the fullest? It could be osteoarthritis, which is the degeneration of cartilage in the knee that causes pain within the knee. Learn what osteoarthritis is and how regenerative medicine can not only improve pain,…

Everything You Need to Know About Integrative Medicine Everyone is familiar with the routine of a doctor’s office. Being shuffled through waiting rooms, seeing the doctor for a few minutes while he checks your chart and asks a few questions, getting a prescription and going home. For some people, this works. They get relief from…

How Fast Does Prolotherapy Work? No one likes to be slowed down by joint pain. It can keep you from enjoying your favorite hobbies, pause your workout routine or be just plain uncomfortable. You might use pain medications or steroid injections to manage the discomfort, but odds are the problem will just keep coming back.…

45 – Peptide Therapy for Joint Pain and Sports Injuries feat. Ryan Smith This is episode 3 in our Peptide Series. In this episode, Ryan Smith and I discuss the Peptides we have seen be clinically effective for treating joint pain and sports injuries. The peptides we discuss in this podcast are BPC-157, TB4, AOD…

40 – Could You Be Experiencing Nerve Pain? feat. Dr. John Lyftogt As many of you know I specialize in treating joint pain. I was having great outcomes but also knew that there were some patients that were not getting 100% better. Determined to find an answer, I set out to take get trainied in…

5 Signs You Have a Testosterone Deficiency Falloff of hormone production with age is common for both women and men. Testosterone, the principal sex hormone in men, falls below 300 nanograms per deciliter of blood for about 2% of men. However, levels don’t need to fall that low before you experience the effects of declining…

32 – Is Your Joint Pain Being Evaluated Properly? Dr. Matthew Hernandez is joined by Nashville Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ethan Kellum to discuss how they both approach joint pain and why many people are not treated properly. Dr. Ethan Kellum is the owner of Nashville Regenerative Orthopedics where he utilizes Regenerative Medicine in his practice to…

Perineural Injection Therapy What is Perineural Injection Therapy? Perineural Injection Therapy (PIT) treats inflamed and injured nerves that cause chronic pain. The nerve pain can be due to trauma, arthritis, sports injuries, overuse, occupational, or surgical injuries. PIT is a proven safe, effective treatment for patients who are experiencing joint pain and are considering options…

Considerations for Finding a Regenerative Medicine Practitioner Seeing a physician that is dedicated to Regenerative Orthopedics? Many physicians are starting to see how effective Regenerative Medicine treatments can be for treating joint pain and preventing surgery. However, not all physicians offering these services are created equal. A large percentage of these physicians are family medicine…

Am I Healthy Enough for a Regenerative Medicine Treatment? Regenerative Medicine is an exciting field that offers safe and effective treatments for joint pain and sports injuries. However, it is important to know that not everyone is a candidate for these treatments. Take a look at the list below to find out if you are…

What is Causing My Joint Pain? When it comes to addressing joint pain, many individuals don’t get the results they are looking for because their healthcare practitioner failed to address the “complete picture” of their joint health. In this article you will learn: The basics of the four major factors that make a healthy joint…

08 – Elbow and Wrist Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses causes of elbow and wrist immobility and provides ways to improve them. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with CrossFit athletes,…

07 – Knee, Ankle, and Foot Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses causes of knee, ankle, and foot immobility and provides ways to improve them. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with…

05 – Hip Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses the causes of hip immobility and provides ways to improve it. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primarily works with CrossFit athletes, runners, and golfers.…

04 – Shoulder Mobility with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download Dr. Tom discusses causes of shoulder immobility and provides ways to improve them. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation and primary works with CrossFit athletes, runners, and golfers. Dr.…

03 – Common Mistakes in Mobility & How to Fix Them with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download This is the second episode in our Mobility Series featuring Dr. Tom Padilla of The Doctors of Physical Therapy. In this episode, Dr. Tom talks about common mistakes CrossFit athletes make when it comes to mobility and shares…

02 – Mobility Basics with Dr. Tom Padilla Click to Download This episode is the start of our Mobility Series featuring Dr. Tom Padilla of The Doctors of Physical Therapy. In this episode, Dr. Tom answers frequently asked questions regarding mobility. Dr. Tom is the owner of The Doctors of Physical Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in Orthopedic…

Treating Plantar Fasciitis So you have been dealing with foot pain and have probably asked yourself “What is causing this pain?” What is the plantar fascia? Fascia is a type of connective tissue that surrounds and separates muscles and often adds to stability. Your plantar fascia is located on the bottom of your foot and…

Treating Shoulder Pain Ethos Approach to Shoulder Pain Shoulder pain is the #1 sports injury we see in our office. These patients have usually had shoulder issues for a long period of time and have exhausted their options for relief. They may have gotten some improvement here and there but they have mainly “learned to live…

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: A Cost-Effective Approach to Diagnosing Sports Injuries Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is a great way to assess sports-related injuries and is significantly more cost-effective than an MRI. When it comes to sports injuries, imaging can play an important role in determining exactly what is causing pain to occur. Most sports injuries occur when there is…

Your Doctor’s Approach to CrossFit Injuries I can’t tell you the amount of times we’ve had patients come into our office saying “After my injury, my doctor told me to stop CrossFit.” My usual response to this is “How do you feel about that?”…I’m sure you can guess their answer at this point. I’m a…

Tips for Better Sleep We have all heard how important sleep is for our health. Yet, the majority of us are unable to achieve proper sleep. Below are some tips that you can do to help you improve your sleep and your overall health. Tip#1 Increase your cortisol levels by exposing yourself to direct sunlight…

Prevention Through Sports Physicals What is a Sports Physical? Sports physicals are designed to focus on athletic issues and determine the level of safety at which a student athlete can participate. Top Reasons for a Sports Physical Ensure the safety of the student athlete participating in activity Identify any life threatening medical conditions Identify and…

Tips to Boost Your Testosterone Testosterone is a hormone produced in the body that plays a large role in impacts sexual and reproductive function, muscle mass, hair growth and energy. There are a number of things that can lower your testosterone from medications to exposure of estrogen-like compounds from food, water and the environment. A…

Recovery Tips to Maximize Your Performance As great as we feel after a workout,most of us wouldn’t mind avoiding the muscle soreness that follows the day after. Often times it can prevent us from performing great during our next session or even worse stop us from going altogether. Here are a few recovery tips to…

Is Your Range of Motion Limiting Your Golf Swing One of the most vital aspects to a golfer’s swing is their range of motion. In this video, Dr. Matt will talk about how having a limited range of motion in your neck can negatively affect your golf swing. Dr. Matt combines his certification from the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), the most…