Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal & Neurological Conditions Managed By Dr. Scott Naftulin and Dr. Bruce Zhang
Regenerative medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on repairing, replacing, or regenerating damaged or diseased cells, tissues, and organs. It aims to restore normal function by harnessing the body’s natural healing processes, using stem cells, tissue engineering, gene therapy, and other innovative techniques. Key Approaches Stem Cell Therapy – Uses stem cells [...]
Are you experiencing strange sensations such as tingling, numbness, burning, or otherwise unexplained pain? Are you experiencing weakness in your arms or legs? These symptoms might be assessed with electrodiagnostic studies (EMG/NCS). Electrodiagnostic Studies Consist of 2 Parts: Nerve conduction studies (NCS), and electromyography (EMG). Nerve conduction studies are small electric shocks used to stimulate [...]
A minimally invasive, outpatient procedure, Mild® removes a major root cause of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS), helping patients achieve lasting relief from back and leg pain. Related Articles Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS) – “mild®” Treatment Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Treatment Performed through a single, tiny incision, Mild has a safety profile similar to an epidural [...]
The Anatomy of a Disc The disc is like a jelly doughnut. There is jelly on the inside, known as the nucleus pulposus. The doughnut part is made up of strong, fibrous bands around the outside that surround and contain the jelly, known as the annulus fibrosis. Together they act as a shock absorber between [...]
Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) is a Unique Treatment Option for Those that Suffer from Chronic or Refractory Pain Its use differs from spinal cord stimulation (SCS) in that it is more specific and is usually implanted along a single nerve in one of the limbs rather than inside the spine itself. PNS may be offered [...]