The Dr. Hyman Show

Regenerative Medicine: Healing Chronic Pain and Addressing COVID-19 with Dr. Matt Cook

Nov 18, 2020
Dr. Matt Cook, a board-certified anesthesiologist and functional medicine expert, shares his innovative insights into regenerative medicine. He discusses how a holistic approach can relieve chronic pain and combat COVID-19. With the rise of post-COVID syndrome, he emphasizes the importance of treating inflammation and optimizing health through diet and innovative therapies like peptides and ozone treatment. Dr. Cook's passion for combining natural methods and scientific research offers hope and actionable strategies for better health.
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ANECDOTE

Hyman's Back Pain Journey

  • Dr. Hyman suffered from chronic back pain for a decade, trying various treatments with limited success.
  • Dr. Cook's regenerative treatments, using growth factors and placental tissues, provided significant relief.
INSIGHT

Force and the Body

  • Dr. Cook views the body's force distribution like the Golden Gate Bridge, with bones as pylons and soft tissues as suspension cables.
  • Traditional pain management often focuses on numbing or destroying nerves, which can weaken supporting muscles.
ADVICE

Regenerative Treatments for Back Pain

  • For Dr. Hyman, Dr. Cook used growth factor epidural and placental matrix injections.
  • These treatments aim to reduce inflammation and restore structural integrity to ligaments and muscles.
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