At a Glance FDA-approved stem cell therapy: Only hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (bone marrow transplant) for blood cancers and certain immune disorders. FDA-regulated products: Cord blood stem cells from FDA-registered banks for specific hematopoietic indications. Everything else: Investigational (clinical trials), subject to enforcement discretion, or outright illegal if marketed with unapproved claims. Key regulation: 21…
How PRP therapy works for hair loss, clinical trial evidence, who responds best, procedure details, costs, and comparison with minoxidil, finasteride, and other treatments.
At a Glance Session duration: 2-4 hours depending on dose and your tolerance (slower drip = fewer side effects). Common doses: 250 mg (introductory), 500 mg (standard), 750 mg+ (high-dose/therapeutic). Typical cost: $250-$1,000+ per session depending on dose and location. Side effects during infusion are common but manageable – nausea, chest tightness, and cramping usually…
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for brain injury and persistent concussion symptoms is off label. Civilian trials of 40 sessions at 1.5 ATA reported gains, while military sham-controlled trials found no clear difference from sham.
IV therapy delivers vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other nutrients directly into your bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system entirely. That’s the core appeal: when you swallow a supplement, your gut absorbs anywhere from 10% to 80% of it depending on your digestive health, the nutrient form, and what else you ate. An IV delivers 100%…
At a Glance Pelvic floor exercises alone achieved a 40% cure rate for ED at three months in a well-designed RCT, making them a first-line non-drug option. L-citrulline at 1.5 g/day significantly improved erection hardness scores in a 2011 RCT, with a mechanism equivalent to L-arginine but better bioavailability. Korean red ginseng has the largest…
Ketamine can lift treatment-resistant depression within hours to days but usually fades without boosters, while TMS builds over a 4 to 6 week course and often lasts for months. Here is how the two compare on evidence, side effects, cost and insurance.
At a Glance Red and near-infrared light (630nm to 850nm) stimulates mitochondrial energy production, reduces inflammation, and supports tissue repair. Panel devices offer the best combination of power and coverage for home use; handheld and mat devices serve more targeted purposes. Dosing matters more than device cost. Effective treatment requires the right wavelength, power density…
Bremelanotide (PT-141, sold as Vyleesi) is an FDA approved on demand injection for low sexual desire in premenopausal women that works on brain melanocortin receptors rather than blood flow. In phase 3 trials about 25% of women reported a meaningful rise in desire, versus 17% on placebo.
Red Light Therapy, At a Glance Also known as: Photobiomodulation (PBM), Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT), LED therapy Wavelengths used: Red (630-670 nm) and Near-Infrared (810-850 nm) How it works: Light photons are absorbed by mitochondria, boosting cellular energy (ATP) production Best-supported uses: Skin rejuvenation, wound healing, musculoskeletal pain, hair regrowth Safety profile: Excellent, non-invasive, no…
Exosome therapy delivers tiny cell-made vesicles that carry proteins and RNA to influence inflammation and repair. No exosome product is FDA approved yet, and most of the evidence still comes from lab and animal studies.
The fibromyalgia diet with the most research behind it is an anti-inflammatory, Mediterranean-style pattern built on vegetables, fish, olive oil and nuts. Gluten, dairy and additives like MSG are worth testing one at a time, because the studies on them are small and mixed.
