Blog Archive From The Centeno-Schultz Clinic

Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy

What are stem cells? First, when we say “stem cells” that can mean many different things. There are embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells, induced pluripotent stem cells, blood stem cells, etc. We are going to focus only on human adult Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs), the same-day treatment is called Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy. These … Continued

Will Ulna Shortening Surgery Fix Your Wrist Pain?

Ulnar shortening is one of those procedures that is on our no-no list of surgeries. Unfortunately, however, we occasionally encounter a patient whose orthopedic surgeon has recommended this as a solution to the patient’s problem. The patient, who’s in pain and thinking all other treatment options have been exhausted, is sometimes very close to pulling … Continued

3D illustration of a person with highlighted lower spine pain, indicating lumbar discomfort or injury

Postlaminectomy Syndrome: An Exciting New Perspective

Laminectomy is a spine surgery that removes the lamina and is intended to reduce ongoing low back pain. Dr. Schultz discusses, "What is Postlaminectomy Syndrome?", and the best treatment options.

MRI Images Showing Torn Rotator Cuff

What Is the Rotator Cuff? The Rotator Cuff is a group of 4 principal muscles that stabilize and support the shoulder joint. The four muscles, and their attached tendons that comprise the Rotator Cuff are the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, and teres minor, and any of these could be where we could find Rotator Cuff tears. … Continued

3 Things to Know About Navicular Bone Pain

Foot pain can be crippling. Where is Navicular Bone? Why Does my Navicular Bone Hurt? How do you treat Navicular bone pain? Let’s dig in. Where is Navicular Bone? There are 26 bones in the foot. The Navicular Bone is a small C-shaped bone located on the inside portion of the midfoot. It is nestled … Continued

Intermittent Fasting – Healthy Lifestyle and Nutrition Series

What is Intermittent Fasting? There are many types of fasts. Previously I discussed a fasting-mimicking diet which is a short term fast that can be done periodically. Today we discuss a specific type of fast that can be done daily, and long term. Intermittent fasting or time restricted feeding is defined as restricting eating for … Continued

Wrist Ligaments: 5 Key Facts You Need to Know

Wrist ligaments provide important stability for the wrist and are receptible to injury. Dr. Schultz discusses 5 key facts you need to know about wrist ligaments, injuries and treatment options.

Protecting Patients from Coronavirus at Centeno-Schultz Clinic.

How We Protect Our Patients from Coronavirus at Centeno-Schultz Clinic

Here at Centeno-Schultz Clinic, it is our goal to keep our patients safe and healthy, so it is our privilege to introduce the measures we’ve taken to help combat the spread of Covid-19 and help keep the community at large safe from the exposure that may or may not come of our patients coming in … Continued

#1 Core Value at the Centeno-Schultz Clinic: Innovation

The Coronavirus disrupted global health and economics with shortages of PPE. Dr. Schultz discusses how innovation led to the creation of a safe, efficient, N-99 printed mask.

What To Do If Your Orthopedic Surgery Has Been Cancelled

Has your orthopedic surgery been because of Covid-19? Here’s the silver lining…. Transcript Dr. Deitch Well hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of “You’ve Got the Power” – because you do. I’m here with Dr. Chris Centeno. Dr. Centeno is the founder of Regenexx, the Regenexx Network of Regenerative Orthopedists, as well as the … Continued

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