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Advanced Spine and Joint Care that Lets You Live and Play without Limits
9301 N Central EXPY STE 115 Dallas TX 75231
1400 Preston Road STE 120, Plano TX 75093
Phone 214 750-6200
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One Physician’s Hip Pain Recovery Journey in Dallas: From Regenerative Treatment to Surgical Strength
One year ago, I was flat on my back in pain. Now I’m back on my feet—and stronger than ever. This blog shares the personal journey that helped me rise, and the regenerative approach that made it possible.
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May 24, 20252 min read
The Clinical Singularity: The Exploding Frontier of AI + Medicine Episode 2 The Doctor Will Hear You Now—in Any Language
The Clinical Singularity: The Exploding Frontier of AI + Medicine What happens when AI doesn’t just translate—but also tracks who’s...
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May 20, 20251 min read
Introducing My New Mini-Podcast Series: The Clinical Singularity The Exploding Frontier of AI + Medicine
I’m Dr. Deborah Westergaard—interventional orthobiologic physician and founder of Pain Experts. In this new short-form podcast series, I’m joined by a sharp-minded executive voice—developed through AI—who asks the bold questions high-performing patients want answered. Together, we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping diagnostics, MRI interpretation, and precision pain care—without hype and without shortcuts. We evaluate the Exploding Frontier of AI + Medicine. If
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May 20, 20251 min read
There’s a Smarter Way to Stay Active Without Surgery
Alternatives to surgery You’ve built a life around strength, leadership, and performance—but joint or spine pain is starting to...
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May 15, 20251 min read
Elevate Your Recovery Experience — Two Locations, One Mission: Your Peak Performance
Elevate Your Recovery Experience — Two Locations, One Mission: Your Peak Performance When joint pain threatens your momentum, accessing...
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Apr 25, 20251 min read
The hidden advantage: When your health can plan covers REGENEXX
The Hidden Advantage: When Your Health Plan Covers Regenexx Many patients don’t realize how fortunate they are to work for a progressive,...
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Apr 22, 20252 min read
Are You Being Overdosed? Rethinking Steroid Injections for Spine Pain
Published by Deborah Westergaard, M.D. | Pain Experts | Regenerative Spine and Joint Care in Dallas & Plano . The Hidden Risk in...
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Apr 19, 20253 min read
How My Hip Replacement Taught Me to Make Lemonade from Lemons—and Help Others Avoid the Same Glass
A year ago this July, I joined a club I never wanted to be part of the Hip Replacement Club. And while I would’ve traded nearly...
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Apr 17, 20252 min read
Still Pushing Through Pain?
Long hours. High expectations. Active weekends.Joint pain, stiffness, or old injuries shouldn’t be the reason you slow down—or the reason...
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Apr 13, 20251 min read
Is It Really Trochanteric Bursitis? Or Are We Just Missing the Bigger Picture?
The Problem: Outdated Approaches and Persistent Hip Pain In many communities—including ours—the default approach to lateral hip pain is a...
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Apr 2, 20252 min read
This patient avoided spine surgery
This patient avoided spine surgery with a precise, non-invasive orthobiologic procedure. We treated multiple levels of the lumbar spine—targeting joints, ligaments, nerve roots, and the deep stabilizers. Within weeks, he was back to working, moving, and living fully. At Pain Experts, we restore performance without disruption. Click Below to schedule your new patient appointment: https://pp-wfe-100.advancedmd.com/117946/onlinescheduling/v2/patients #BackPain #BackPainDallas
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Mar 26, 20251 min read
Core Values That Drive Pain Experts—And Why They Matter for Your Pain Relief
At Pain Experts in Dallas and Plano, TX, we believe that exceptional care comes from more than just medical expertise—it comes from a...
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Mar 19, 20253 min read
Why natural repair solutions like PRP aren’t backed by big drug companies and why that’s a good thing for you
If you’re like many high-performing individuals, joint or back pain may be slowing you down, impacting your ability to stay active and do...
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Mar 9, 20253 min read
The Future of Pain Relief: Regenexx at Pain Experts, Plano’s Official Regenexx Affiliate
For over two decades, Regenexx has been at the forefront of non-surgical orthopedic and spine care, developing regenerative medicine treatments that utilize the body's natural healing capabilities. Now, Pain Experts, the official Regenexx affiliate in Plano, Texas, brings these research-backed, cutting-edge treatments to patients seeking lasting pain relief without surgery. The Problem: Traditional Treatments Often Fall Short Conventional approaches to joint and spine pain ty
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Mar 7, 20252 min read
The Hidden Cost of a Bargain: Why Your Health Deserves Better
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...
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Mar 1, 20251 min read
Pain Experts Podcast 5 : How Modern Medicine Helps You Avoid Back Surgery in the 21st Century
You Avoid Back Surgery in the 21st Century A Candid Conversation Between Intern Dr. Westergaard and Her Future Self on Orthobiologic Spine Treatments and the Power of Regenerative Medicine #BackPainRelief #SpineHealthInnovation #AvoidBackSurgery #RegenerativeMedicine #PRPTreatments #SpinalCareSolutions #AdvancedPainManagement #OrthobiologicsForBackPain #NonSurgicalSpineTreatment #PainFreeMovement
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Feb 19, 20251 min read
Bridging the Gap: How Orthopedic Surgeons Shaped My Approach to Pain Management
Medicine is always evolving, and throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing massive transformations in interventional pain management. What was once a field focused solely on temporary pain relief through injections has expanded into a true surgical subspecialty, incorporating restorative treatments and advanced interventions that change lives. A key driver of this evolution? Orthopedic surgeons. Early in my career, I had little interest in orthopedic surgery.
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Feb 2, 20254 min read
Here’s How to Choose the Right Back Doctor!—Why Expertise Matters for Your Back Pain
Your back pain isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a barrier to living the active, high-performance life you’ve built. Whether it's long...
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Feb 1, 20254 min read
The Game-Changing Fix for Carpal Tunnel: How High-Performing Professionals Can Get Their Hands Back—Fast!
For dentists, golfers, and skilled professionals who depend on their hands for precision and performance, finding relief is...
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Jan 29, 20253 min read
Why Treating the Whole Joint Matters: A Comprehensive Approach to Knee Pain
Dr. Deborah Westergaard When it comes to knee pain, not all treatments are created equal. Many patients seek out regenerative medicine...
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Jan 26, 20253 min read
Nonoperative Knee Treatment Dallas TX: Why I Chose to Repair My Knee Before It Became Surgical
By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano Nonoperative Knee Treatment Dallas TX There are moments in medicine when clinical judgment is refined not by theory, but by lived experience. This was one of those moments. After a knee injury that dramatically altered my stability, comfort, and function, I found myself standing in front of the mirror one morning realizing something important: My knee finally felt normal again. No guarding. No instability. No persistent
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How to Avoid Joint Surgery: Why Precision, Dose, and Strategy Matter More Than Most Patients Are Told
By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano “I Was Told Surgery Is the Only Option Left” Patients searching for how to avoid joint surgery often arrive after a familiar sequence: Physical therapy. Steroid injections. A prior PRP injection that “didn’t work.” The conclusion feels inevitable: joint surgery is next. What is rarely examined is whether the regenerative options attempted were biologically sufficient, correctly targeted, or strategically designed to alt
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Why Sudden Back Pain Should Not Send You Straight to a Surgeon
By Deborah Westergaard, MD | Pain Experts | Dallas–Plano The Reflex to “See the Surgeon First” for Your Back Pain For many high-performing individuals, sudden back pain triggers a familiar sequence: “Something is wrong. I need the best. I’ll see an orthopedic surgeon.” On the surface, this feels logical. Surgeons are intelligent, highly trained, and deeply knowledgeable about spinal anatomy. They carry immense responsibility, and patients rightly trust them when surgery is re
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