This week’s subjects A Listener’s Experience with PRP Treatments Using Ultrasound Guidance for injections Athlete Case: Achilles Tendinitis and Possible Tear Risks of Steroid Injections Understanding Overuse Injury and Tendon
Welcome to Living Pain-Free with Dr. Marc Darrow, MD, and Dr. Thomas Grove from the Stem Cell Institute in West Los Angeles. This program is dedicated to providing effective solutions
If you are experiencing joint or muscle pain, we encourage you to stay tuned. This program aims to provide effective solutions for the pain you have been living with. Meet
A study from April 2026 (1) compared outcomes among patients having three-level ACDF at C3-C6, C4-C7, or C5-T1. Follow-up was at 3, 6, and 12 months, with MCID measured at
Living Pain-Free with Dr. Marc Darrow and Dr. Thomas Grove Are you struggling with pain, whether it is in your joints or muscles? If so, this program is for you.
Living Pain-Free: Back pain Are you living with pain? Whether you suffer from joint pain or muscle pain, this program is here to help. Welcome to Living Pain-Free with Dr.
A February 2026 study (1) with 63 participants aged 25 to 65 with partial supraspinatus tendon tears compared physiotherapy alone and physiotherapy combined with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) asd treatments. The
Recent research suggests that stem cell therapies can offer an alternative to ACL tear and reconstruction surgery. As other research has shown, return to play without an ACL is possible
Topics Exploring Non-Surgical Solutions for Pain Relief How Regenerative Treatments Work Common Questions About Joint Pain and Hip Replacement Hand Pain Due to Arthritis Autoimmune Arthritis Degenerative Neck Pain and
Welcome to Living Pain-Free Are you living with pain—specifically joint or muscle pain? If so, stay tuned. Welcome to Living Pain-Free with Dr. Marc Darrow, MD, and Dr. Thomas Grove
Research into the use of stem cells for carpal tunnel syndrome is in its early years. Stem cells, taken from a patient’s bone marrow, are reinjected into the carpal tunnel
There is currently limited evidence in the published medical literature to make a more objective discussion of how stem cell therapy may help patients with failed back surgery syndrome or
The TFCC is a structure on the ulnar (pinky) side of the wrist that helps keep the wrist bones stable and absorb shock when the wrist moves or bears weight,
Stem cell therapy may offer a promising, minimally invasive, non-surgical approach for treating adhesive capsulitis, (frozen shoulder). Use typically in conjunction with shoulder manipulation to free the shoulder and restore
Prolotherapy and ESWT A research study carried out in February 2026 (1) investigated pain and restricted movement in patients with knee osteoarthritis who exhibited weakness in their quadriceps femoris muscles.
When faced with pain in your back or joints, it is important to recognize that surgery may not always be the optimal solution. Surgical procedures often carry risks, particularly those
In this segment: What’s the difference between elective and emergency surgery? What can lead to a patient thinking they need an unnecessary surgery. The true costs of surgery. Welcome to
Currently, research on stem cell therapy specifically targeting Ischiofemoral Impingement Syndrome is very limited. Despite Ischiofemoral Impingement Syndrome being recognized as a cause of hip and groin pain, the majority
A March 2025 study published in the journal Precision Clinical Medicine (1) wrote: “exosomes from stem cell sources have led to some breakthroughs in the treatment of osteoarthritis and have important
Marc Darrow, MD, JD. Doctors may offer stem cell injection therapy to plantar fasciitis patients as a non-surgical and regenerative approach to rebuilding damaged tissue. In our practice, ultrasound guidance
Conventional pain management often focuses on symptom relief, such as using nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or steroid injections (e.g., cortisone). However, these methods do not heal tissue and
The focus of today’s discussion is joint issues. In this segment Dr. Grove highlights the importance of assessing not only joints but also surrounding tissues, such as ligaments, muscles, and
Ligaments are strong structures that connect bone to bone, crossing joints and providing essential stability. They contain pain receptors and specialized mechanoreceptors, which contribute to proprioception—the body’s sense of position,
Ligaments are often misunderstood body parts. While people frequently focus on anatomical structures that are surgically treated, supportive structures around joints, like ligaments, play a crucial role. Ligaments, from the
Dr. Darrow is a board-certified medical doctor who completed his studies at UCLA. He specializes in using stem cells and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to facilitate the body’s natural healing processes.
Marc Darrow, MD. JD. I frequently see patients who have been told by another physician that they require neck surgery. This procedure, they are told, is necessary to avert further
Explore the latest research on stem cell therapy for knees, focusing on bone marrow-derived treatments for knee osteoarthritis and their potential benefits.
About the Program This educational show addresses a wide range of musculoskeletal and orthopedic issues, including sprained ankles, arthritis, gamekeeper’s thumb, tennis elbow, low back pain, neck pain, and upper
Many people seek alternatives to meniscus surgery. This interest is fueled by significant and controversial research indicating that meniscus surgery may not only fail to help some people, but in
Introduction to Living Pain Free Welcome to “Living Pain Free.” This program is dedicated to discussing musculoskeletal and orthopedic injuries, along with effective approaches to regenerative medicine. Dr. Thomas Grove,
