Regenerative Medicine Report

About Regenerative Medicine Report

Siddharth Tambar MD discusses cutting edge issues regarding the new and dynamic field of Regenerative Medicine. Topics discussed include stem cell, platelet-rich plasma, and prolotherapy treatments for arthritis, tendinitis, musculoskeletal and orthopedic injuries, and back pain.

Publisher

Siddharth Tambar

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Sept 2019

Latest episode

23 May 2025

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

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   23 May 2025

   Episode 21- Case Study: Bone Marrow Concentrate Stem Cells for Knee Arthritis

   Dr. Siddharth Tambar presents a case study that examines bone marrow concentrate stem cells to treat a 46-year-old construction worker's knee arthritis, highlighting the procedure and expected improvements.

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   21 May 2025

   Episode 20- What's Causing Your Thumb Pain?

   What's Causing Your Thumb Pain? The Importance of Thumbs Our thumbs are key parts of our hands. Opposable thumbs allow us to use tools and our hands more dynamically. When they hurt, it’s not just about the pain, but also the functional limitations it causes. Potential Causes of Thumb Pain Joint Issues Thumb pain can stem from joint issues. This can be due to wear and tear arthritis from overuse over many years, or inflammation from conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, gout, or other types of inflammatory arthritis. Generally, if your pain is worse with activity, it’s likely wear and tear arthritis. If it’s worse with rest, it’s likely inflammatory arthritis. Tendon Problems Several tendons around the thumb provide motion, range of motion, and power. Pain location can indicate which tendon is damaged. Pain on the backside of the thumb when extending it may indicate De Quervain’s tenosynovitis. Pain on the other side causing triggering or catching of the thumb may indicate an irritation of the flexor tendon, known as trigger thumb or trigger finger. Ligament Issues Ligaments connect bones and provide support and stabilization. Overusing your thumbs, such as from texting or computer use, or an acute injury from sports or work, can overstretch the ligaments, leading to joint instability and pain. Chronic ligament instability can also lead to arthritis. Nerve Problems Nerves supply sensation to the thumb and can get compressed or irritated, causing pain. For example, compression of the median nerve at the wrist can cause carpal tunnel syndrome, leading to pain in the thumb. Compression of the radial nerve can cause pain and tingling in the back of the thumb. Irritation of the C6 nerve root in the neck can also cause thumb pain. Diagnosing Thumb Pain As a physician, several key factors are considered to diagnose thumb pain: Symptoms What are your symptoms? Pain with specific activity, triggering in the thumb, numbness and tingling, or swelling can help direct the diagnosis towards joint, tendon, ligament, or nerve-related pain. Examination Tenderness during examination can indicate the source of pain. Joint tenderness, tendon tenderness, nerve compression, or swelling in the joint are important clues. Imaging Imaging can also be helpful. X-rays can show arthritis, while ultrasound can detect inflammation, joint instability, or soft tissue injuries. MRI is rarely needed but can be used for more subtle injuries. EMG or nerve conduction studies can diagnose pinched nerves at the wrist, elbow, or neck. Conclusion Based on symptoms, examination, and imaging, the cause of thumb pain can be determined. Treatment depends on the specific problem causing the pain. For more information on treating these issues, check out our other content. To learn more: https://www.ChicagoArthritis.com

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   19 May 2025

   Episode 19- Why Does Your Front / Side Hip Hurt When You Sleep at Night?

   This episode of Regenerative Medicine Report explores the common causes of hip pain experienced during sleep, differentiating between front and side hip pain to identify potential issues like tendonitis, bursitis, or nerve impingement.

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