Small fiber neuropathy (SFN) affects the tiny nerve fibers that control pain, temperature, and autonomic function. This comprehensive guide covers causes, diagnostic testing, conventional and regenerative treatments, and why standard nerve tests often miss it.
Critical Warning: LDN and Opioid Medications This is the one scenario where stopping LDN requires careful planning. If you need opioid pain medication – for surgery, an injury, or a chronic pain condition – you must stop LDN at least 72 hours (3 full days) before starting any opioid. Because naltrexone blocks opioid receptors, taking…
At a Glance Typical dose: 200-800 mcg/day for most adults, split into 1-2 administrations Routes: Subcutaneous injection (most studied), oral (gut-specific), intramuscular Cycle length: 4-6 weeks on, 2-4 weeks off is the most common protocol Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic water; store refrigerated once mixed Stacking: Frequently paired with TB-500 for synergistic tissue repair What Is BPC-157 and…
Diagnosing hypermobile EDS has been one of the most frustrating challenges in medicine. Here is what the current criteria require, why they are changing in 2026, and how a new blood test could transform the diagnostic process.
At a Glance Type: Chronic inflammatory airway disease characterized by reversible bronchoconstriction, mucus overproduction, and airway remodeling Prevalence: Affects over 25 million Americans, including roughly 5 million children Key feature: Airway hyperresponsiveness, meaning the airways overreact to triggers that would not bother a healthy person Subtypes: Allergic (eosinophilic), non-allergic, exercise-induced, occupational, and aspirin-exacerbated Opportunity: Conventional…
CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin work through two different pathways to stimulate your body’s own growth hormone production. This combination has become the most popular peptide stack for body composition, sleep, recovery, and anti-aging. Here is how it works, how to dose it, and what to watch for.
An evidence-based guide to low-intensity shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction — what the research shows, who benefits most, treatment protocols, costs, and how to choose a provider.
The Insurance Advantage One practical consideration: biofeedback is more likely to be covered by insurance than neurofeedback. Many insurance plans cover biofeedback (CPT codes 90901, 90912, 90913) when provided by a licensed healthcare professional for conditions like chronic pain, urinary incontinence, or headaches. Neurofeedback coverage remains rare. If cost and insurance coverage are factors in…
A comprehensive, evidence-based guide to exosome therapy covering how it works, what conditions it may treat, costs, risks, FDA status, and how to evaluate providers.
Diagnosing mast cell activation syndrome requires meeting three specific criteria involving symptoms, lab evidence of mast cell mediator elevation, and response to treatment. Here is what testing involves, when to time labs, and why MCAS remains widely underdiagnosed.
At a Glance What this covers: The emerging intersection of NAD+ science and peptide therapy, mitochondrial peptides, synergistic combinations, and what researchers are actually finding. Key peptides: MOTS-c (mitochondrial-derived peptide enhancing NAD+ metabolism), humanin (mitochondrial protection), and BPC-157 (tissue repair with potential NAD+ synergy). Evidence level: Early, mostly preclinical research and mechanistic studies. Human clinical…
