By Deborah Westergaard, M.D. Dallas | Regen Experts Dallas & Plano Many patients come to my office after months—or years—of pursuing treatments designed primarily to reduce pain. Pain relief matters. But if your goal is to avoid surgery, preserve function, and maintain an active lifestyle, an important question must be asked: Are we treating pain, or are we identifying the structures responsible for the pain? For many patients, those are not the same thing. About Dr. Westerga

Knee Arthritis Dallas: Still active, but your knees are starting to dictate your life? Many high-performing people reach a point where they are told that knee replacement is the next logical step. For some, that may ultimately be true. But many patients wonder an important question first: "Have I explored every reasonable option before replacing my joint?" Recently, I saw a gentleman with a physically demanding job who had been informed that he was a candidate for knee replac

NSAIDs, Steroid Injections, and Turmeric are Often Options Joint pain flares push many people toward two common options: Oral NSAIDs Intra-articular corticosteroid injections Both have been widely used for decades. Both temporarily reduce pain. And both have well-documented downsides for cartilage biology. Oral NSAIDs inhibit COX-1 and COX-2 and can impair: Cartilage cell metabolism Proteoglycan synthesis Collagen turnover Long-term cartilage recovery Repeated intra-articular

By Deborah Westergaard, MD Pain Experts The Problem: Will Robots Replace Interventional Physicians? Advances in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) have transformed many areas of medicine, from assisting surgeons in operating rooms to analyzing complex diagnostic imaging. Recent reports even showcase robots performing precise surgical tasks, like needle manipulation and suturing, with skill comparable to human doctors. While we don’t yet have robots performing intervent

Deborah Westergaard, MD Pain Experts While Cindy may need hip replacement surgery at some point in her future, for now, she’s enjoying the ability to stay active and with better pain control without invasive procedures. Disclaimer This video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as specific medical advice. The testimonials featured on this website reflect the personal experiences of Regenexx patients. However, these accounts are not necessari

IWhile surgery is sometimes necessary for severe spinal conditions, many cases can be managed with non-surgical treatments. At Pain Experts, we collaborate closely with world-class spine and orthopedic surgeons to ensure you receive the most appropriate care for your condition. Our goal is to explore innovative, non-surgical treatments whenever possible while maintaining a patient-first approach. By integrating advanced regenerative medicine techniques with the expertise of t

By Deborah Westergaard, MD Pain Experts Drawing on 30+ years of experience in anesthesiology and image-guided procedures, with a current focus on non-operative orthopedics and orthobiologic treatments, I’ve watched countless individuals evolve from fully functional people experiencing some discomfort to later stages of life where mobility becomes a challenge. What’s interesting is how vastly different this experience can be for each person. We’re all unique in how we age—some

By Deboah Westergaard, MD Pain Experts When we talk about joint health, mobility, and spine wellness, it's easy to focus on treatments like orthobiologic procedures, supplements, and exercise regimens. But there's another essential factor we sometimes overlook—weight management. Maintaining a healthy weight doesn’t just help you look and feel better; it’s crucial to reducing the stress on your joints and spine. Here’s a fact that always catches people’s attention: for every f