This episode features Dr. Gregory Lutz, Founder and Chief Medical Director of The Regenerative SportsCare Institute. Here, he discusses his background, the emerging field of biologics, his book “Heal Your Disc, End Your Pain: How Regenerative Medicine Can Save Your Spine”, and more.
Summary
Discovering the Benefits of Regenerative Medicine with Dr. Gregory Lutz
Get to Know Dr. Greg Watts
Dr. Gregory Lutz, also known as Dr. Greg Watts, is an experienced physiatrist and interventional physiatrist. He is the founder and chief medical director of The Regenerative SportsCare Institute (RSI), where he explores and implements the latest methods in regenerative medicine.
Exploring the Emerging Field of Biologics
Dr. Watts is a strong advocate of using biologics, which involves using substances derived from the body to promote healing. Biologics have shown great potential in treating various injuries and conditions, including chronic lower back pain caused by degenerative disc disease. In fact, he wrote a book entitled "Heal Your Disc, End Your Pain: How Regenerative Medicine Can Save Your Spine," which highlights the importance of using biologics to heal injured structures.
The Role of High Concentration Leukocyte Rich PRP
Dr. Watts discovered the benefits of high concentration leukocyte rich PRP (platelet-rich plasma) by observing veterinarians who used it to treat horses. After witnessing drastic improvement in lameness, he decided to try PRP on orthopedic patients, which showed statistically significant improvement. This led him to delve deeper into the use of PRP in medical treatments and eventually found RSI.
Transforming Pain Management with Regenerative Medicine
The Regenerative SportsCare Institute is a leading institution that focuses on using regenerative medicine to provide effective pain management solutions. Dr. Watts and his team are dedicated to research and development, and they aim to stay at the forefront of the latest developments in the field. By using biologics, they can help patients heal faster and achieve better outcomes, even for chronic conditions.
In conclusion, Dr. Gregory Lutz is a pioneer in regenerative medicine and has helped transform the pain management landscape through his cutting-edge techniques. His expertise in using biologics and PRP for healing injured structures has helped many patients regain their mobility and quality of life. If you're looking for a medical professional who can provide leading-edge pain management solutions, look no further than Dr. Lutz and The Regenerative SportsCare Institute.
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This episode aired on 03/27/2023 and can be listened here.
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