At Nashville Regenerative Orthopedics we don’t specifically deal with diet plans per se. However, you will hear us tout the importance of an anti-inflammatory diet – especially when you are dealing with joint pains, knee pain, osteoarthritis or even recovering from surgery.  The reason for this is that limiting inflammation reduces pain you are experiencing […]

The pandemic of the novel COVID19 has changed a lot of our way of life. And more recently, fears have arisen over the increase in the COVID19 variant known as the Delta virus. I often get asked if it is possible to avoid this virus? Or at least minimize the potential effects. In other words, […]

Autoimmune Disorders Are on the Rise Autoimmune disease is a disorder in which your body’s immune system fails to properly function – often resulting in your immune system attacking healthy cells within your body. Our society is experiencing a sharp increase in the number of men, women and children who suffer from some form of […]

What is Functional Medicine? Functional Medicine is the holistic approach to medicine that focuses on locating and handling the root or underlying cause of complex or chronic illnesses and diseases. Functional medicine doctors and practitioners use specialized testing and techniques to locate the underlying or root cause for pain or illness. Functional Medicine is not […]

Is cardio or weight lifting better for losing (or maintaining) weight? It’s a very common question when it comes to weight or fat loss. There are all sorts of opinions and advice on whether cardio or weight lifting is better. And throughout the last several decades the pendulum has swung back and forth between the […]

You may think that if you have knee pain you would need to do knee exercises. Some physical therapists even have their clients do this. However, there is a smarter and less painful way to help relieve kneecap pain. Recent research and physical therapists have found that the problem is actually originating in the hips, […]

In my daily work with patients, I’m helping them improve mobility and reduce pain. The fuel you’re putting in your body can most definitely influence your health and longevity – and your pain. “Just what are the best foods for me to be eating?” is a question many would like a good answer for. Inflammation […]

Many people ask me, “Can my small rotator cuff tear get bigger over time?” Some patients put off getting their rotator cuff tear treatment for years. Is there a risk? Let’s go over it. What is a Shoulder Rotator Cuff? There are four muscles in your shoulder. These act to stabilize and allow movement of […]

Do you have shoulder pain to the point that you’re considering surgery? Now more than ever people are deciding to skip the surgery and try less invasive solutions. How do you know which option is best for you? This is a common question we get here at Nashville Regenerative Orthopedics. To answer, I am going […]

Knee arthritis (also called osteoarthritis) is a very common orthopedic condition. People experiencing knee arthritis know the pain it causes and how much this condition impairs your quality of life and your day-to-day activities. When diagnosed with knee arthritis, individuals are often advised to try physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and hyaluronic acid or corticosteroid injections in […]

When it comes to health care, prevention is the best medicine. And when we consider general health maintenance, boosting the immune system is high on the list of many-including those that generally consider themselves to be healthy! Immune boosters are designed to strengthen the immune system, which can ward off or prevent us from experiencing […]