October 2012

Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Center Andrew Bynum visited his knee specialist during NBA All-Star weekend to receive a Synvisc injection into his right knee. Synvisc, one of several viscosupplements available, is an FDA-approved natural substance that serves as a lubricant when injected into the knee and mimics natural joint fluid. It has been proven safe […]

A new study out of Italy recently published in Blood Transfusion outlines the benefits of platelet-derived growth factors for improving tissue regeneration in the field of non-surgical orthopedic care. Twenty-seven patients, aged between 18 and 81 years, with a diagnosis of degenerative joint disease lasting for more than 1 year were treated. The patients were

A new research study published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation reveals that treatment of knee joint osteoarthritis with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) benefits patients more than commonly used Hyaluronic Acid injections.  The study references Dr. Steven Sampson’s initial pilot trial and is an example of the ever expanding research on new applications for

Tune in to see an exciting natural alternative to a cortisone injection and anti-inflammatory meds  for joint and tendon pain! The Bauerfeind knee brace which has been so popular with our patients is featured along with helpful tips on avoiding injuries and natural safe treatments. After treating numerous international Olympic track and field athletes at our

Dogs treated with platelet therapy from a unique filter-based process showed significant improvement from osteoarthritis-related pain and lameness according to a new study. Results from the study were revealed at the 39th Veterinary Orthopedic Society (VOS) Meeting in Crested Butte, Colorado. “This study is the first to provide evidence in support of platelet therapy for

Knee replacement surgery has long helped many patients with severe arthritis, but a new study published online today, March 6th 2012, in the Lancet reveals that not enough is known about patient outcomes or the effectiveness of various implants, and consensus is lacking about the precise indications for the procedure. The authors, based in the United Kingdom, Sweden, and

Tune in to CBS 2pm Pacific time Friday March 2nd  to learn  about a breakthrough new treatment that naturally reduces pain & promotes healing!  Dr Steven Sampson demonstrates a knee injection with neural prolotherapy on the Doctors TV show. The show is viewed by millions of viewers worldwide and is a great medium to share this

An article published today in the Los Angeles Times outlines the low back pain epidemic and tips on how to keep your low back pain-free. A 2009 study in Archives of Internal Medicine found that the prevalence of chronic, impairing low back pain rose from 3.9% of adults in 1992 to 10.2% in 2006. And a 2006 study

New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez told reporters this weekend that Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant considered retiring after last season because the pain in his right knee was nearly intolerable.  Bryant’s blood spinning procedure on his knee allowed Bryant’s career to continue, Rodriguez said. The procedure, involves drawing blood from the patient’s

We are thrilled to feature perhaps the most cutting edge brace on the market, made from Bauerfeind in Germany. Often times conventional braces while helpful are poorly tolerated  and are too restrictive and heavy. They can unfortunately cause hip & back pain from being so heavy & changing the way we walk. Now there is