The Centeno-Schultz Blog

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Telemedicine Services: The Next Logical Step

Telemedicine services are critical during this COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Schultz discusses what telemedicine is, how it works and the dangers of not addressing and treating your ongoing pain.

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At Home Self Exam Neck Exam- Range of Motion Secrets

 Hi, it’s Dr. Centeno. And this is a series on what you can do at home to understand why you hurt. In this case, we’re to talk about why you have chronic neck pain. And this one’s entitled R0M Secrets, or “Range of Motion Secrets.” Range of Motion Secrets: Neck So if you’re stuck … Continued

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Telemedicine Benefits: COVID-19 and After

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed our lives and the practice of medicine. Dr. Schultz discusses telemedicine benefits which include convenience, immediate access to specialists and the ability to get treatment options for ongoing injuries and pain.

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Carpal Tunnel Surgery Recovery: Facts You Need to Know Now!

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a painful wrist and hand condition that occurs due to compression of the median nerve. Carpal tunnel surgery releases the pressure on the median nerve through different surgical techniques. Dr. Schultz discusses carpal tunnel surgery recovery, complications and a new nonsurgical alternative for those with carpal tunnel syndrome.

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Wrist Pain with Activity: Critical Causes To Know

The wrist is a complex joint composed of 8 carpal bones, critical ligaments, and tendons. Dr. Schultz discusses the important sources of wrist pain with activity and natural, non-surgical treatment options.

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Levator Scapulae Massage: Options When It Doesn’t Work

The Levator Scapulae is an important neck muscle that lifts and rotates the scapulae.  Dr. Schultz discusses the causes of levator scapulae pain and tightness and new, natural treatment options.

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The Craniocervical Instability Specialist – Episode 7 CCI Series

I have seen CCI patients from all over the world for decades, so I am a craniocervical instability specialist. This morning I’d like to review the case of an EDS patient who never should have had upper neck fusion surgery. Why? To help CCI patients understand what to avoid. EDS and CCI Some of the … Continued

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ACL Stem Cell Treatment Cost: Getting What You Pay For

Knee pain can happen suddenly making simple steps almost impossible.  What is the ACL?  Is ACL surgery a major surgery?   How much does ACL Stem Cell Treatment Cost?  Is there a nonsurgical alternative to treat ACL tears?  Let’s dig in. What is the ACL? Ligaments are thick bands of connective tissue that connect one bone … Continued

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Life After Talonavicular Fusion: What You Should Know

Ankle pain can be excruciating often times making a simple step almost impossible.  What is a Talonavicular fusion?  What are the indications for a Talonavicular fusion?  What are the complications from a Talonavicular fusion?  What does life look like after talonavicular fusion?   Let’s dig in. Foot Anatomy The foot is compromised of  26 bones.  The … Continued

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Regenerative Medicine of the Rockies Review

As you know, I review local practices involved in using stem cells as it’s very difficult for patients to understand how to determine quality in this space. One that recently came on my radar is a chiropractic clinic going by the name of “Regenerative Medicine of the Rockies”. Let’s dig in. What is Regenerative Medicine … Continued

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