What You Need to Know Before Repeating Another Shot By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano When Relief Comes at a Cost Epidural steroid injections are widely used for back and neck pain. They’re covered by insurance. They’re quick. And they seem to help — at least at first. But here’s the question more people are asking: Are epidural steroid injections harmful? The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no — but it is time for a more honest conversation. A single

By Deborah Westergaard, MD Board Certified in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology Pain Experts in Dallas–Plano Lower Back Pain After Golf or Tennis Your swing shouldn’t hurt. Repair your back with advanced biologics. Whether you’re crushing a serve on the court or following through on a powerful drive down the fairway, lower back pain after golf or tennis can stop your momentum cold. For many high-functioning professionals, these aren’t just weekend hobbies—they’re part of how y

By Deborah Westergaard, MD Board Certified in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology Pain Experts in Dallas–Plano Regenerative pain relief that works. Discover the next level of spine care. Best Regenerative Treatment for Back Pain Back pain doesn’t just slow you down—it reshapes the way you live. The boardroom feels heavier. Golf becomes optional. Travel becomes a maybe. And worse, you begin to question if feeling strong and capable is behind you. Here’s the truth: you don’t have

By Deborah Westergaard, MD Board-Certified in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology Regenexx-Affiliate Pain Experts Dallas–Plano Why So Many Back Pain Treatments Fail—and How PRP Works Differently Pain Isn’t Just About Discs—It’s About Structure, Stability, and Nerves If you’ve tried everything—physical therapy, anti-inflammatories, even steroid injections—and you're still in pain, the problem may not be what you think. Most treatments aim to quiet the symptoms. But PRP (Platelet