By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano Recently, a patient shared that during his MRI, a radiology technologist told him, “PRP really doesn’t work for most people.” The statement wasn’t malicious but it was incomplete. And for patients trying to make informed decisions, incomplete information is often the most damaging kind. “PRP Doesn’t Work” A Misinterpretation of Technique, Not Science When you hear that PRP is unreliable, the issue is almost never the

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 | Dallas–Plano It’s human nature to look for one culprit. “One bad disc.” “One torn tendon.” “One joint gone wrong.” But the body doesn’t work that way—because it’s not a collection of parts. It’s a living, moving system. The One-Problem Illusion “My Pain Is Coming from One Problem” We grow up believing that pain must have a single cause. After all, we live in a medical world built on specialists, each one focused on one part of the b

By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano Surgery and Medications Aren’t the Only Answer Too many people are told their only solutions for joint pain, spine pain, or aging tissues are surgery or medications that simply mask symptoms. This fragmented model overlooks the body’s ability to restore itself. True healing requires excellence, precision, and trust—values often missing in conventional care. The Inspiration: A Childhood Book and a Female Healer When pati

By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano Regenerative Medicine Protocols in Dallas & Plano: Why Quick Joint Injections Fail Too often, patients walk into a clinic expecting a single joint injection to change everything. The story is familiar: a quick PRP or “stem cell” shot into the joint space—no deep diagnostics, no comprehensive plan. For many, the outcome is predictable: a few months of hope followed by disappointment. The truth? An injection is not a tran

By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano Bone Spurs, Bursitis, and Joint Pain: What’s the Real Cause—and What Can You Do About It? Most Joint Pain Treatments Miss the Mark Orthopedic pain management has long been guided by surface-level assumptions: “There’s a bone spur—let’s shave it down.” “There’s a swollen bursa—let’s cut it out.” But what if these findings aren’t the problem, but the body’s response to one? Bone spurs (osteophytes), bursitis, and joint

The Hidden Cost of a Bargain: Why Your Health Deserves Better In business, in life, and especially in health, there’s a simple truth—you get what you pay for. Yet, too many people approach medical treatments the way they would a grocery store bargain hunt, searching for the lowest price rather than the highest value. Orthobiologic treatments are no exception. The internet is full of clinics promising cheap regenerative medicine—quick fixes, rock-bottom pricing, and flashy sal

By Deborah Westergaard, MD As a doctor who specializes in helping patients recover from joint pain and injuries, I’ve always believed in the importance of connecting with my patients. But now, having gone through hip replacement surgery myself, I’m even more aware of the nuances of the healing process. About two months into my post-operative journey, I continue to work with an incredible physical therapist who is guiding me through every stage of recovery. Yet, what amazes m

Join Dr. Deborah Westergaard at Pain Experts as we harness the power of orthobiologics to revolutionize back and joint pain treatment. Using bone marrow-derived stem cells and advanced imaging, our approach offers targeted relief and transforms your health. Ready to move beyond pain and reclaim your life? Contact us today and restore your vitality! #PainExperts #Orthobiologics #RevolutionizeYourHealth #BackPainRelief #JointPainRelief #AdvancedHealing #PrecisionMedicine #MoveB