The Centeno-Schultz Blog

Orthobiologics are biological substances naturally found in the body that are used to promote quicker healing of muscle, tendon, and bone injuries. Dr. Schultz discusses the different sources of orthobiologics, the different tissue types, and why they are important to you.

“Your Stem Cells Are Too Old” – A Great Pitch That’s Mostly Fiction Transcript Hey, it’s Dr. Centeno, and I’d like to go over what is a great sales pitch out there but mostly fiction, and that is the concept that you’re just too old to use your own stem cells. And I’ve done this … Continued

Regenerative Orthopedics is a medical specialty focused on identifying and treating orthopedic conditions without surgery. Interventional Orthopedics is a subspeciality of Regenerative Orthopedics. Dr. Schultz discusses three amazing facts on Regenerative Orthopedics.

Interleukin-1 is a protein that causes inflammation and pain, Regenokine is a rebranding of an old technology called Orthokine. It uses a patient's own blood to create IRAP which is a powerful anti-inflammatory. Dr. Schultz discusses Regenokine, its costs, and highlights important differences between Regenokine, PRP and stem cell therapy.

Cortisone is a steroid. Steroids are hormones with powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Dr. Schultz discusses what if cortisone shot doesn't work and the alarming truth about steroids.

NEW RESEARCH: IS THERE EVIDENCE FOR TREATING KNEE ARTHRITIS WITH PRP AND STEM CELLS? We try to be as up-to-date on the latest research when it comes to orthopedic care. A few weeks ago a new article came out as a review article on cellular-based treatments covering treating knee arthritis with PRP and stem cells.  … Continued

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

Stem cell therapy for low back varies significantly. Dr. Schultz provides 4 important questions that can help you identify the best physician for you and your loved ones.

The COVID pandemic continues to make daily life and management of pain a challenge.  When should you see an Orthopedic Doctor?  What happens at an orthopedic consultation?   What can an Orthopedic Doctor do for me?  Are there other nonsurgical options?  Let’s dig in. When Should I See an Orthopedic Doctor? There are multiple reasons to … Continued

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