If you're on Facebook and you see an ad that claims you can get your amniotic stem cell therapy procedure covered by Medicare, you should not only be aware that this is a scam, you should probably flag it. Dr. Centeno and Jason Deitch cover it on another episode of You've Got the Power! Follow Us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Read more: Centeno-Schultz Clinic ------- https://centenoschultz.com/ Centeno-Schul...
Sep 29, 2020•25 min
Supplements and Stem Cells - Join Chris Centeno, MD and Jason Deitch DC for a Facebook LIVE Event. If you have questions about all the supplements out there and whether and how they can help with Stem Cell therapy, or how orthopedic stem cell therapy has helped many thousands of people avoid orthopedic surgery and whether it may be an option for you, go right to the source and don't miss this! SEE VIDEO OF EPISODE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuY-WRRYgnI Follow Us: Facebook - https://ww...
Sep 21, 2020•55 min
Is your ankle sore after walking ? Does it inflamed or painful? Dr. Centeno talks about what could be causing the issue. Follow Us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Read more: Centeno-Schultz Clinic ------- https://centenoschultz.com/ Centeno-Schultz Blog --------- https://centenoschultz.com/blog/ Dr. Centeno’s Profile Page -- https://centenoschultz.com/our-staff/dr-chris-centeno/ Learn more about Centeno-Schult...
Jul 29, 2020•2 min
Dr. Centeno and Dr. Deitch talk about the marriage that could be had between MDs (and DOs) with chiropractors. Follow Us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Read more: Centeno-Schultz Clinic ------- https://centenoschultz.com/ Centeno-Schultz Blog --------- https://centenoschultz.com/blog/ Dr. Centeno’s Profile Page -- https://centenoschultz.com/our-staff/dr-chris-centeno/ Learn more about Centeno-Schultz Clinic's...
Jul 13, 2020•50 min
Dr. Centeno and Dr. Jason Deitch talk through some of the myths surrounding stem cell therapy products, MRI, and orthopedic surgery. Their mission for this conversation is to arm the patient with sound strategies to better demystify misinformation that we see all around us. IMPORTANT LINKS https://regenexx.com https://centenoschultz.com Have a question? Contact us here: https://centenoschultz.com/contact/ Learn more about Centeno-Schultz Clinic's options with orthobiologics Stem Cell Therapy: ht...
Jul 13, 2020•51 min
Download the Spine Owner's Manual here Healing your low back pain starts with an understanding of the spine and what role it plays in your overall musculoskeletal health. Dr. Jason Deitch and Dr. Chris Centeno, the book's author, talk about the gist and goals of the Spine Owner's Manual, the role of orthobiologics, surgery, and much more. Follow Us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Read more: Centeno-Schultz Cli...
Jul 10, 2020•52 min
Dr. Jason Deitch guest hosts the Centeno-Schultz Podcasts with the series "You've Got the Power," which is a short series about what to do when your orthopedic surgery is cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the Stay-At-Home measures for dealing with it. Dr. Chris Centeno and Dr. Deitch discuss cervical issues and what to do if your cervical surgery is cancelled. Learn more about Centeno-Schultz Clinic's options with orthobiologics Procedures we provide: Stem Cell Therapy in Denver, Colora...
Apr 06, 2020•17 min
Many craniocervical instability (CCI) patients get confused about the injection procedures that are available that may help their condition and how those intersect with the PICL procedure. This is understandable as it’s very hard for patients to conceptualize the differences in procedure types and the skill required to pull each off. Hence this blog will dive deeper into this topic. Follow Us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/centenoschultzclinic/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/centeno...
Mar 06, 2020•16 min
Originally posted as a blog entitled " PICL Rehab ." One of the more common questions I get from patients who undergo the PICL procedure is what does the physical therapy or rehab program look like after the procedure. Hence, I thought I would dive deep into a program that anyone can do at home or provide a physical therapist so they know what we want. Let’s begin. [Note, we have 4 blogs in the CCI series, but I decided to link these to a series of podcasts which include an extra episode 1, so t...
Feb 12, 2020•17 min
Originally published as a blog post entitled " C1-C2 Fusion – Complications are Common (Episode 3)." C1-C2 fusion is all the rage among patients with CCI. So what is it and what are the side effects? Should you get a C1-C2 fusion? Let’s dig in. What is CCI? Craniocervical instability or CCI is when the upper neck levels of the spine are unstable (1). This is usually C1-C2, but can also be C0-C1. There are a number of strong ligaments that hold this area together which can be injured or loose and...
Feb 12, 2020•14 min
Originally posted as a blog post entitled " What Goes into the PICL, Procedure for CCI Instability " We have developed an active community of patients with craniocervical instability who are following our PICL procedure. So what goes into performing this procedure? There’s quite a bit, so let’s dig in. CCI and PICL CCI stands for craniocervical instability which means that the ligaments that hold the head on are too loose. To help that problem, we developed a new procedure called PICL which stan...
Feb 12, 2020•12 min
This episode was originally published as a blog post entitled " Understanding CCI Measurements vs. Instability " at Centenoschultz.com. Craniocervical instability is a very misunderstood concept because it’s been made so complex with different measurements and aggressive treatments. Hence, I’ll be writing a series of blogs to try to help patients understand various concepts. Today’s entry is about how CCI measurements relate to instability. What is Cranial Instability ? Craniocervical instabilit...
Feb 12, 2020•12 min
This episode is a prelude to the blog post entitled " Understanding CCI Measurements vs. Instability ." at Centenoschultz.com. Published by Centeno-Schultz Clinic Read by Chris Centeno, MD Want to know more about orthobiologic injections? Stem Cell Therapy: https://centenoschultz.com/stem-cell-therapy-denver/ PRP & Platelet Lysate: https://centenoschultz.com/prp-denver/...
Feb 11, 2020•14 min
Originally a blog entitled, " The Aging Athlete: PVCs on an Apple Watch (Episode 10) " I’m getting older, which is the “aging” part of the title. In addition, my family has a history of heart disease, so I wanted to start getting proactive about my ticker. This began a journey that begins with a new Apple Watch for Christmas and a discovery that rocked my world. In addition, let’s dive into the newly emerging world of smart device health monitoring and how that could eventually save many lives. ...
Jan 28, 2020•12 min
Originally a blog post entitled, " The Aging Athlete: Finding the Right Personal Trainer (Episode 9). " It’s new year’s resolution time and that means that the health clubs will be packed for the next few months. Many people these days find a personal trainer at their new health club or through a friend. The great news is that a trainer can push you much harder than you would usually push yourself, so it’s often easier to see results with a personal trainer than without. However, trainers can al...
Jan 28, 2020•12 min
Originally as a blog post entitled, " Aging Athlete: Controlling Inflammation (Episode 8) ." I get asked all the time by patients how best to control inflammation. I have a specific protocol I personally use to control my old man’s tendency for that dangerous slow burn that we all experience as we age, so I want to share that with you. Let’s dig in. What You Shouldn’t Use The poet laureate William Carlos Williams, a physician, once wrote: “I’ve seen death come on slow as rust, or as quickly and ...
Jan 28, 2020•14 min
Originally from a blog post entitled, " Aging Athlete Series: Vastus Lateralis Trigger Point Release (Episode 7) " If you’re an aging athlete, you have loads of trigger points. You know what I mean, that small groan you release when you get up from a chair. One of the most problematic areas for all aging athletes is the ITB, yet most of us have no idea why this spot is always tight and that it has to do with a muscle called the vatus lateralis. Hence, today we’ll cover how I perform vastus later...
Jan 28, 2020•11 min
Originally from a blog post entitled, " Aging Athlete Series: Losing Your Butt as You Age is NOT a Good Thing (Episode 6) " First, as a late baby boomer, I have to ask, what’s up with this butt implant thing? I see many celebrities right now with really small bodies and really big butts. Why is this a thing? If you’re wondering what your doctor is doing asking about celebrity butts, that’s a great segway into this week’s Aging Athlete series. Let’s dive into why keeping your butt muscles big as ...
Jan 28, 2020•9 min
Originally from a blog post entitled, " Aging Athlete Series: Do You Snore? (Episode 5) " I snore a bit. Not anything serious (unless I’m on my back which causes my wife to relocate elsewhere). I know I have minor sleep apnea, so should I treat it? So, I thought it would be a great addition to the Aging Athlete series. Let’s dig in. Denial Ain’t Just a River in Egypt If you snore, you generally can’t hear yourself because you’re sleeping. Hence, you need an independent third party to assess your...
Jan 28, 2020•8 min
Originally published as " The Aging Athlete Series: Should I Take Metformin? (Episode 4) " but with commentary. I’m an aging athlete who gets orthobiologic therapies to stay active with a family history of obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. Meaning, I got dealt a bad hand in the grand poker game of genetics. Recently some groundbreaking research came out on Metformin and how it may slow aging, which coincided with my doctor wanting me to take it. So did I take it? Should I take it? Sho...
Jan 28, 2020•9 min
Originally from a blog post entitled, " The Aging Athlete Series: The Core Before Everything (Episode 3) " This is my weekly “Aging Athlete Series” tip. This series is for people in their 30’s and up who want to stay active as they age. Those who want to be that guy or gal who is in their 70’s or 80’s who are still doing cool active stuff. This is my third episode: The Core Before Everything. The Problem? Lots of middle-aged and older people get hurt when they join a gym or cross-fit class. In m...
Jan 27, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 6
First published as a blog post entitled " The Aging Athlete: Taking Some of My Own Medicine. " Published by Centeno-Schultz Clinic Read by Chris Centeno, MD Stem Cell Therapy: https://centenoschultz.com/stem-cell-therapy-denver/ PRP & Platelet Lysate: https://centenoschultz.com/prp-denver/...
Jan 27, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 5
I am now officially 56. I can no longer claim to be in my early 50s! So how do you stay active as you age? In this tips and tricks for the aging athlete series , I’ll go over what I do to stay active. Getting Old is Not for Sissies Man, it’s tough getting old. Your body aches more, stuff that used to just magically heal doesn’t or takes a long time, and injuries from long ago tend to talk to you. Add into that the new problems that crop up and it’s clear, as I personally go through it, you need ...
Jan 27, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Dr. Chris Centeno talks about the phases post-op and the healing process. He presents an honest account of what recovery looks like. Learn more about Centeno-Schultz Clinic's options with orthobiologics Stem Cell Therapy: https://centenoschultz.com/stem-cell-therapy-denver/ PRP & Platelet Lysate: https://centenoschultz.com/prp-denver/...
Jan 26, 2020•3 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Why should you avoid ACL surgery? With the introduction of interventional orthopedics , the traditional world of elective orthopedic surgery is changing, much like the traditional world of cardiac surgery did a few decades ago when interventional cardiology entered the scene. In the not too distant future, much of elective orthopedic surgery will be replaced by interventional orthopedics, which focuses on nonsurgical treatments for musculoskeletal conditions. One of the structures in which these...
Jan 16, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Big toe numbness – while it might not be particularly common, or even that concerning—it’s just a toe after all— when your big toe goes numb, it can certainly get your attention. And for good reason; it’s usually an early warning sign that something more significant is going on. You should be especially concerned if it’s happening often or in on-again-off-again episodes and with certain activities. The good news is, addressing it when you first start to notice it may save you from more advanced ...
Jan 16, 2020•4 min•Season 1Ep. 1
