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VO₂ Max Testing and Its Benefits

If you hang around athletes long enough, you’ll hear discussions about VO₂ max. Here, we break down why this metric is so important and why getting the right VO₂ max readings is in your best interest.

Jun 1st, 2026

Can Platelet-rich Plasma Injections Help With Osteoarthritis?

Whole there’s no cure for osteoarthritis, that doesn’t mean you have to resign yourself to joint pain and inflammation. Explore how platelet-rich plasma injections are helping people to move freely again.

May 1st, 2026

I Have Chronic Pain: Can Low-THC Cannabis Help?

If you’re struggling with pain on a daily basis, you’re not alone — nearly one-quarter of Americans are living with chronic pain. In your search for relief, it may be time to explore low-THC cannabis.

Apr 1st, 2026

3 Great Benefits of Regenerative Medicine in the Field of Orthopedics

There’s a hugely promising trend in orthopedics — a move toward regenerative medicine and away from surgery. Here, we explore this and other great benefits of regenerative orthopedics.

Mar 1st, 2026

4 Signs of a Stress Fracture in Your Foot or Ankle, a Common Sports Injury

Stress fractures in your feet or ankles can be sneaky and far from obvious, yet they’re among the most common sports injuries. Here, we review a few signs of a stress fracture and what steps to take next.

Feb 1st, 2026

How Stem Cells Can Help Heal Tendonitis and Tendon Damage

Regenerative orthopedics is an incredibly exciting area of medicine. The goal is to rebuild tissues like tendons using your body’s own powerful resources — including those mighty stem cells.

Jan 6th, 2026

How Regenerative Orthopedics Helps Athletes Avoid Surgery

When you engage in a sport or activity that you love, being forced to sit out because of surgery isn’t where you want to be. That’s why so many people are turning to regenerative orthopedics to heal from sports injuries.

Nov 1st, 2025

5 Best Practices for Dealing With Knee Pain

Millions of Americans are moving around on painful knees, yet too many aren’t taking the necessary steps to heal the damage and relieve the pain. Here are some strategies to put a spring back in your step.

Oct 1st, 2025

Why Does It Seem Harder to Lose Weight as You Age?

It used to be relatively easy for you to lose weight when you put your mind to it. These days, however, stubborn fat seems to mock your every effort. Here, we look at why weight loss can be more challenging as you age.

Sep 1st, 2025

8 Common Sports Injuries PRP Can Help Heal

Any sports injury is unwelcome — whether you’re a weekend warrior or a more devoted enthusiast — and you want to heal as quickly as possible. That’s where platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy can help.

Aug 1st, 2025

Get Your Swagger Back With Male Sexual Enhancement

Make no mistake, your sex life can be a very important piece of your overall wellness puzzle. Here, explore our male sexual enhancement protocol, which tackles size and sensation to help improve your sex life.

Jul 2nd, 2025

Qualifying for Medical Marijuana With Chronic Pain

Like millions of other Americans, you’re dealing with daily pain that’s wreaking havoc on your quality of life. If current treatments aren’t making a dent, explore whether medical marijuana can play a role and how you can qualify.

Jun 1st, 2025

Do You Have Low T? These Signs Might Surprise You

There’s a lot of talk about low testosterone these days, and researchers are continually learning that the condition can cast a wide net and lead to a variety of obvious and not-so-obvious symptoms. Let’s take a look at signs of low T that might surprise

May 1st, 2025

5 Benefits of On-site Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

While the X-ray has become a workhorse when it comes to frontline imaging, ultrasound technology, when available, is often preferable. Here, learn more about the musculoskeletal ultrasound that’s available at our practice.

Apr 1st, 2025

Can Hormone Replacement Therapy Help Me Lose Weight?

Reproductive hormone drops in both men and women can lead to frustrating and significant weight gain. So, does that mean that hormone replacement therapy can help you shed these unhealthy pounds?

Mar 14th, 2025

Sleep and Testosterone — Is There a Link?

The effects of poor sleep extend far and wide — from brain health to, yes, hormonal health. Here’s a look at the connection between how much you sleep and the testosterone levels in your body.

Feb 1st, 2025

3 Things We Want You to Know About Erectile Dysfunction

Your sex life is an important piece of your quality of life puzzle, so it’s tough to be sidelined by erectile dysfunction. Understanding what you’re up against, as well as your options, is a great step toward improving sexual function.

Jan 1st, 2025

Let Us Help With Your Weight Loss Resolution

Weight loss sits at the top of millions of New Year’s resolution lists, but those two simple words are more challenging than you might imagine. That's why having a medical weight loss team in your corner is a great idea.

Dec 3rd, 2024

6 Common Culprits Behind Foot Pain

Calling foot health important is a bit of an understatement, considering how much you rely on these appendages to carry you through life. When foot pain strikes, you want answers — and this is a good place to start.

Nov 1st, 2024

Can You Stretch and Strengthen Your Way to Fewer Injuries?

An active and independent life is important to you, so you want to do everything in your power to avoid injury. Adding strength training and stretching can be great strategies for injury prevention.

Oct 1st, 2024

Let's Debunk Common Stem Cell Therapy Myths

There’s been a lot of buzz about stem cell therapy, which also means there’s a good deal of misinformation out there about this promising branch of science. Here, we dive into what stem cell therapy can and can’t do.

Sep 1st, 2024

PRP Therapy: A Great Solution for Tendon Injuries

You have a tendon issue that’s limiting how you move and is also causing you pain, so you want to restore health as quickly as possible. It might be a good idea to enlist platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy as part of that effort.

Aug 1st, 2024

Hey, Men — Rev Up Your Sex Life With the P-Long Protocol®

You wish that Mother Nature had been more generous when it came to your penis — perhaps you’d like it to be longer, wider, or both. There’s a way we can accomplish all of this, naturally, through the P-Long Protocol®.

Jul 2nd, 2024

The Link Between Weight and Chronic Pain

It’s bad enough dealing with pain daily, but the persistent discomfort can also lead to other common side effects, such as weight gain, which can make a bad situation worse.

Jun 1st, 2024

5 Strategies to Protect Your Health As a Man

You may have heard that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure — and this is some wise counsel. We’re applying that concept to men’s health in this month’s blog post as we explore some best practices for protecting your health and wellness.

May 1st, 2024

3 Reasons You May Need a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

It’s amazing how much imaging has advanced doctors’ ability to provide prompt and effective medical care. While X-rays are standard, we go above and beyond with musculoskeletal ultrasound.

Apr 3rd, 2024

5 Injuries Stem Cell Therapy Can Help Treat

You’re injured and you want to come out the other side in the best shape possible. One way to do this is to get a boost in healing resources with stem cell therapy, which can help with these five common injuries.

Mar 15th, 2024

PRP and Early Fracture Care

Whether you’ve broken a toe or something a little bigger, like your thigh bone, you want the bone to heal quickly, correctly, and strongly. Platelet-rich plasma therapy may play a role in these goals.

Feb 1st, 2024

I'm Ready to Get My Weight Under Control: Can You Help?

With a new year underway, it’s a great time to make changes — and weight loss is at the top of many people’s lists. If you're ready to take charge of your weight, once and for all, we’re here to help.

Jan 16th, 2024

How PRP Therapy Can Help a Sports Injury

When you enjoy an active lifestyle, injury is never welcome news. One way to minimize the time you spend on the bench is to help your body heal faster with our platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy.

Dec 1st, 2023

What Can I Do About My Low Testosterone Levels?

When testosterone levels dip below normal, men can experience everything from fatigue and muscle loss to low libido and sexual dysfunction. Here’s a look at how we can remedy the side effects of low T.

Nov 6th, 2023

Relieve Symptoms of Menopause With Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness — these are just some of the side effects of menopause that can plague women for years. To improve life during and after menopause, consider hormone replacement therapy.

Oct 1st, 2023

5 Great Bone Health Hacks

Men, listen up: Bone loss isn’t just a concern for women. Men can, and do, lose bone, especially as they get older, but there are ways to fight back. To boost your bone health, we present five great tips here.

Aug 1st, 2023

4 Steps to Boost Your Sexual Health

Your sex life just isn’t what it used to be thanks to low libido issues, sexual dysfunction, or both. If you want to boost your overall sexual health, here are a few tips that can help.

Jul 5th, 2023

Been Out of the Game for a While? Here’s How to Ease Back Into Activity

You’ve been sidelined with an injury, but now you’ve finally gotten the green light to get back in the game. Here are a few tips that can help you ease back into activity safely and strongly so you can prevent re-injury.

Jun 1st, 2023

4 Musculoskeletal Issues That PRP Therapy Can Help Treat

Your body can take a beating in life, and you want to avail yourself of every solution available to help it heal and repair. One such solution lies in platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, and we review four uses for this effective therapy here.

May 1st, 2023

5 Effective Ways to Slow Down Arthritis

Americans are no strangers to joint pain — more than 92 million people struggle with arthritis or arthritis-like symptoms. If you figure in this large number, here are five great steps you can take to slow the joint damage.

Apr 1st, 2023

Why It's So Important to Have Your Joint Pain Properly Diagnosed

Your joints work hard, which is why almost everyone experiences joint pain at some point in their lives. Understanding what’s behind the pain can make all the difference when it comes to choosing the right treatment and ensuring future function.

Mar 2nd, 2023

When to Consider a Medical Cannabis Evaluation for Chronic Pain

You wake each day and wonder how much your chronic pain is going to interfere with your life. This ongoing battle can be frustrating, and you feel as though you’re running out of solutions. It might be time to try medical cannabis.

Feb 2nd, 2023

5 Ways to Boost Performance in Men

You used to have more energy, in all areas of your life, but you’re feeling more sluggish and unmotivated these days. If you want to give your overall performance a boost, there are five areas to look at.

Jan 5th, 2023

How PRP Therapy Can Help Relieve Chronic Knee Pain

It’s no exaggeration to say that knee pain can place serious limits on your life. If you’re tired of being hobbled by knees that make moving uncomfortable, it may be time to give platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy a try.

Dec 13th, 2022

Struggling to Lose Weight? 6 Surprising Reasons You’re Plateauing

You embark on a weight loss program and you’re thrilled as the needle on the scale initially drops down. Then, the needle starts to slow — you’ve hit a weight-loss plateau. Here’s why that happens and our tips for getting off the plateau.

Nov 1st, 2022

5 Telltale Signs You Have a Hormone Imbalance — and How to Treat It

Not so long ago, you would’ve jumped at the chance to play a round of golf or a pickup game of basketball with your friends. Now, you can’t seem to summon the energy. This is just one of the signs of a hormone imbalance. Read on to learn more.

Oct 18th, 2022

What Are the Health Consequences of Low Testosterone?

From muscle mass and body hair to reproduction and sex drive, testosterone plays no small role when it comes to men’s health. When your hormones are imbalanced, the health consequences can be widespread.

Sep 7th, 2022

Treatment Options for Your Recurring Pins-and-Needles Sensation

Your leg falls asleep, and when you move again, you experience a pins-and-needles sensation. This hyperactive nerve signaling is fleeting, but ongoing problems with numbness and tingling may signal something more serious.

Aug 10th, 2022

Say Goodbye to Mood Swings With HRT

There’s a lot these days that can affect your mood, but a drop in your reproductive hormones is one driver of mood swings that you can fight back against. Learn more about hormone replacement therapy here.

Jul 1st, 2022

5 Common Barriers to Weight Loss

You’ve tried to lose weight — too many times to count — and you're frustrated by your lack of results. We review five common barriers to weight loss here and explain how we can help you succeed.

May 1st, 2022

Can PRP Therapy Improve My Recovery After Surgery?

Undergoing surgery can be a double-edged sword — it fixes a problem so you can regain pain-free function, but there’s some recovery involved. With PRP therapy, we can speed this process up considerably.

Apr 4th, 2022

5 Causes of Reduced Performance in Men as They Age

As men age, performance in most areas tends to wane, whether it’s out on the playing field or in the bedroom. While it’s perfectly natural to slow down a little, there are steps we can take to improve your overall performance.

Mar 1st, 2022

How Regenerative Medicine Can Improve Joint Health

Americans are no strangers to joint problems — approximately 92 million people in the United States have arthritis or arthritis-like symptoms. Luckily, regenerative medicine is answering the call and providing new hope.

Feb 2nd, 2022

Using Stem Cells in Therapy to Help Treat Your Chronic Pain

You’re tired of the daily battle to manage your chronic pain, and you want to find a solution that doesn’t just mask the problem. It might be time to turn to stem cells , which can help rebuild healthier tissues.

Jan 13th, 2022

How Can My Sports Medicine Doctor Help Me Get In Shape?

The new year is around the corner, and you’re resolved to get into better shape. To reach this goal more quickly, and more safely, it pays to have a doctor who specializes in sports medicine in your corner.

Dec 1st, 2021

Want to Improve Your Sexual Performance? Try a Male Medicine Solution

Your sexual health plays an important role in your overall wellness, so when your performance in this area begins to wane, the effects can cast a wide net. Here’s how our male medicine solutions can meet your needs.

Nov 1st, 2021

What Happens During a PRP Session?

You’re eager to explore how platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy can help heal your damaged tissues, but you’re not sure what to expect during the procedure. Here’s a look at how we go about delivering this regenerative treatment.

Oct 4th, 2021

I’m Struggling to Lose Weight

Millions of Americans try to lose weight each year. Unfortunately, the success stories are far fewer than the number of attempts. If, like most, you’re struggling to lose weight, our weight management services can help.

Sep 19th, 2021

Considering Your Treatment Options for a Musculoskeletal Injury

You get out of bed each day and hope that all of your body parts will function properly to get you through the day. When there’s damage, you’re left with pain and limited function, which is where we come in. Learn about your treatment options.

Aug 4th, 2021

Could You Benefit From Testosterone Therapy?

You’re feeling abnormally sluggish, your body has changed, or your sex drive is at an all-time low. These may be signs of testosterone deficiency, which is where testosterone therapy can help.

Jul 7th, 2021

Is PRP Right for Me?

You have a musculoskeletal problem, and you’re tired of dealing with the pain and treatments that only address symptoms but not the underlying issue. Explore here how platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may hold the key.

Jun 10th, 2021

Choosing a Weight Management Program That Can Benefit Your Health

If you’re carrying extra pounds, you know you should lose weight to improve your health. But how you go about it can make all the difference. Here’s what you need to know about successful weight loss and why certain programs work better than others.

May 23rd, 2021

How Regenerative Medicine Can Treat Arthritis Pain

Recent estimates have found that more than 92 million people in the United States report problems with joint pain caused by arthritis. Thankfully, advances in regenerative medicine are providing new hope.

Apr 4th, 2021

Is Medical Marijuana the Answer to Your Chronic Pain?

Currently, two-thirds of states in the United States have legalized the use of medical marijuana, and this number is expected to grow thanks to the efficacy of cannabis in treating a wide range of conditions, from pain to PTSD.

Mar 11th, 2021

New Beginnings: The Role of Hormones in Getting in Shape

While you still can’t beat diet and exercise for getting into shape, your hormone levels also play a key role. In this post, we explore how hormone replacement therapy can help boost your fitness.

Feb 9th, 2021

Improving Your Sexual Health

Your overall health and wellness depend on all areas functioning well, which very much includes your sexual health. Whether you’re having problems with libido or erectile dysfunction, we’re here to help.

Jan 11th, 2021

Understanding the Best Treatment Options for Musculoskeletal Injuries

Whether or not you lead an active lifestyle, musculoskeletal injuries can place considerable limitations on your life, to say nothing of the pain. Here’s a look at some of the ways we can bring you effective relief.

Dec 1st, 2020

What Does Specialized Treatment for Men's Health Involve?

While there are plenty of jokes about the differences between men and women, their health needs do benefit from specialized, gender-specific care. Here’s a look at some common men’s health concerns and how we address them.

Oct 1st, 2020

Treatment Options for Ganglion Cysts

A ganglion cyst is mostly harmless, though its size and location can be problematic at times. Here’s a look at your treatment options when it comes to remedying ganglion cysts, which form mainly in the small joints in your wrists and hands.

Sep 8th, 2020

How PRP Therapy Can Improve Your Sex Life

If you’re among the millions of men in the United States who suffer from erectile dysfunction, solutions often come in the form of spot medications and injections. With platelet-rich plasma therapy, we can provide much longer-lasting results.

Aug 31st, 2020

Understanding Stem Cell Therapy

When it comes to healing the human body more quickly and more strongly, stem cells show great promise — and researchers are only scratching the surface. Here’s a look at how stem cell therapy works and how it can help restore your pain-free mobility.

Jul 27th, 2020

The Benefits of Telehealth During the COVID-19 Pandemic

As the United States slowly begins to reopen with the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, it’s still far from business as usual — and this also applies to health care. To protect our patients, we offer comprehensive telemedicine services.

Jun 24th, 2020

6 Tips for Recovering From a Sports Injury

There are few things an athlete dreads more than being sidelined by a sports injury. If you’ve sustained an injury, know there are a few steps you can take to ensure that you heal more quickly and more strongly.

May 19th, 2020

We Offer Telemedicine

In these days of COVID-19 social distancing, tending to your sports medicine needs may feel like a challenge. But thanks to modern technology, No Mercy Sports Medicine provides consultations and care remotely. Read on to learn all about our telehealth.

Apr 17th, 2020

Signs You’re Developing an Overuse Injury

For both kids and adults, overuse injuries are fairly common — and the earlier they’re treated, the better the outcome. That’s why knowing the early signs of an overuse injury is so very important.

Mar 25th, 2020

What’s the Best Treatment for Rotator Cuff Injuries?

Whether or not you lead an active lifestyle, your rotator cuff plays an important role in your ability to function, from pitching a baseball to simply eating dinner. So when something goes wrong with your rotator cuff, you need solutions.

Feb 1st, 2020

Five Things You Didn't Know About Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) does what its name says, but there’s more than meets the eye with this widely used treatment. Here’s what you may not know.

Jan 10th, 2020

What to Expect During Your Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

If you’ve suffered a sports injury or think you have a health condition that impacts your joints or muscles, you may need a musculoskeletal ultrasound to aid in your diagnosis or treatment. Learn more about this safe, easy test here.

Dec 4th, 2019

Here’s What Happens to Your Body When Your Hormones Are Imbalanced

Your hormones play a bigger role in your health than you might think. Even the slightest hormonal imbalance can trigger changes in your diet, sleep schedule, and sex life. Read on to learn more about hormone imbalances and treatment options.

Nov 1st, 2019

Myths and Facts About Medical Cannabis

It’s high time the medical community shed some light on low-THC medical cannabis and its myriad health benefits, from relieving pain to reducing inflammation. Uncover the reality behind this versatile plant.

Oct 9th, 2019

Losing Weight Lowers Your Risk of These Common Health Conditions

Are you out-of-shape or overweight and worried about your health? Losing weight can reduce your risk of serious ailments. Here’s how you can shed pounds and improve your overall health.

Sep 6th, 2019

What Makes PRP Therapy So Effective?

Are your muscles, joints, and tendons a source of chronic pain? Platelet-rich plasma therapy, which uses your own blood to improve and stimulate healing, may be able to help treat your pain and its cause.

Aug 1st, 2019

What Is Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Are you struggling with unexplained weight gain, mood swings, and even a downturn in sexual satisfaction? Getting back on track could be as simple as rebalancing your hormones.

Jul 1st, 2019

Everything You Need to Know About Medical Cannabis

Medical grade cannabis is derived from marijuana, and can be helpful in helping treat a number of diseases and conditions. It can be used to reduce inflammation, pain, seizures, and nausea. Learn more about how medical cannabis may be able to help you.

Jun 1st, 2019

Understanding the Benefits of Low-THC Therapy

Chronic health conditions and illnesses don’t always respond to medications. Or, the medications that help are addictive opioids that come with their own set of problems. If you’re looking for an alternative solution, low-THC therapy may be the answer.

May 1st, 2019

Get Your Body Healing Faster with PRP

Do you have arthritis? Are you recovering from a soft tissue injury or surgery? You don’t have to wait to heal. Platelet-rich plasma therapy can help you improve faster by harnessing your body’s natural ability to repair damage.

Apr 1st, 2019

Are Your Joints Deteriorating? Stem Cell Therapy May Be Your Answer

Deteriorating joints are a leading cause of chronic pain and disability. Stem cell therapy offers new treatment hope for patients who may be suffering from the effects of pain medication or who might not be good candidates for joint replacement.

Mar 12th, 2019

What To do About Your Chronic Joint Pain

You’re not alone if you’re suffering from chronic joint pain. More than 15 million adults experience severe pain in their joints. But you don’t have to suffer — you have options to help reduce your discomfort and improve joint health.

Feb 21st, 2019

Healing Faster and Stronger With Platelets

Whether you have an acute injury or a chronic, overuse issue, you just want to be on the other side of the problem. The solution may lie in a group of powerful healing cell fragments found in your own body — your platelets.

Sep 1st, 2023