In this episode of the Mind Body Marathon, host Dr. Leo Running Expert, along with Dr. Matt Pisanelli and Dr. Alia Whitman, discuss regenerative medicine and its application in helping the body heal itself. They emphasize the importance of avoiding invasive procedures and harsh treatments like cortisone shots. Dr. Leah, who runs a practice focused on self-healing, explains her approach to regenerative techniques that promote healthy inflammation and provide essential nutrients for recovery.

Dr. Matt shares his recent injuries, including a hamstring tear and a stress fracture, and discusses how Dr. Leah's methods helped him. They detail the use of prolotherapy, which involves injecting glucose and other nutrients into the injured area to stimulate healing, along with ozone to reduce oxidative stress and enhance oxygenation for recovery.

In this discussion, the speakers share personal experiences and insights about injuries, particularly related to the Achilles tendon and the use of regenerative therapies like PRP (platelet-rich plasma) and prolotherapy. Dr. Leo describes being born with fragile Achilles tendons, which worsened due to overuse and past injuries. They highlight the challenges associated with treating Achilles injuries, noting that while ultrasound can help locate precise areas for injection, traditional methods like cortisone shots often fail to address underlying issues and can weaken tissue.

The speakers discuss the challenges of managing injuries, specifically Achilles tendon issues, and the importance of allowing adequate downtime for healing after procedures like PRP (platelet-rich plasma) and stem cell injections. They emphasize that while these treatments can trigger a healing response, the associated tissue may be weakened, necessitating a careful approach to recovery. They recommend a structured recovery plan that includes a week of rest followed by gradual reintegration of activity.

The conversation highlights the cost and complexity of stem cell treatments compared to more accessible options like prolotherapy and PRP. The speaker advocates for starting with less invasive, more affordable treatments before progressing to more expensive interventions, thus prioritizing patient well-being over financial gain.

The discussion also touches on the significance of understanding and managing fascia in injury recovery. The speakers argue that many patients could benefit from consistent fascial treatments rather than invasive procedures. They encourage patients to take an active role in their recovery by using tools for self-treatment and to develop a better understanding of their bodies.

The speakers emphasize the importance of gentle self-management techniques for muscle and tissue release, advising against heavy-handed approaches that can provoke a natural flinch response in the body. They advocate for a gradual, patient practice, particularly in fascial work, which differs from quick-fix treatments like PRP or microneedling. Microneedling is described as a procedure that uses tiny needles to stimulate collagen production for skin elasticity, but it requires time for results.

The discussion shifts to regenerative treatments, particularly bioallograft therapies, which involve the use of placental tissue to stimulate the body's healing processes. The speakers clarify that these are not stem cells but rather substances that signal the body to initiate repair by recruiting its own stem cells.

Finally, they touch on peptide treatments, which help stimulate healing in specific ways. The conversation underscores the importance of a holistic, patient-centered approach to injury recovery and healing.

The speaker discusses their practice, which includes offering homeopathic supplements and peptide infusions for various health conditions. They explain that homeopathy utilizes natural compounds, often from herbs, while compounding pharmacies isolate specific...