Therapies

Regenerative Therapies are non-drug, cutting-edge therapies that promote the regeneration of healthy joints, muscle, hormone balance, and energy. When you restore healthy tissues, you slow down the aging process and improve vitality. Explore your options!

Diet is the foundation to all our therapies: At the Center for Traditional Medicine, we know first hand that the first medicine is food. Without proper diet, all healing is an uphill battle. With a nutritious and condition-specific diet, the door to health is open.

Prolotherapy

A key therapy to regenerate healthy joint tissues, such as cartilage, tendons and ligaments. The end result is improved range of motion and mobility. Used with virtually all musculoskeletal injuries and dysfunctions, including foot, ankle, knee pain, hip, low back pain, elbow pain, shoulder pain, neck pain and TMJ dysfunction.

Platelet Rich Plasma – PRP

Autologous PRP is made from a natural component of each patient’s own blood and has been used for decades to aid in the quicker recovery following certain surgical and cosmetic procedures. The main components of this solution are platelets, tissue growth factors, mesenchymal stem cells, and fibrin matrix. Because it is so concentrated, PRP acts as a potent tissue growth stimulant, turning on the natural process of tissue repair and healing. Studies show that PRP causes the production of new collagen  and cartilage at the site of the injection, which can resurface the joint  and strengthen injured ligaments and tendons. The new collagen is naturally incorporated directly into your existing ligaments, making them stronger and more elastic. Cartilage growth is promoted on joint surfaces.

Trigger Point Therapy

Relieves acute muscle spasms and tenderness. Used with tension and migraine headaches, back pain, shoulder pain, and neck pain.

Neural-Fascial Therapy

Neural-Fascial injections restore the nerves natural delivery of neural-peptides to injured tissue. Used with acute and chronic conditions, such as acute pain, causalgia, neuropathy and chronic neuralgia, Neural-fascial injections restore function in the unmyelinated nerves  which regulate healing and repair. Without proper delivery of neural-peptides, tissue repair is inhibited and chronic pain and dysfunction result.

Natural Hormone Therapy

Use the most up-to-date lab tests to diagnose specific hormone imbalances, including testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, thryoid, and adrenal hormones. Many non-toxic therapies are available to restore healthy hormone balance. Conditions: andropause, menopause, PMS, chronic fatigue, burnout, insomnia, depression, anxiety, and weight gain.

Nutritive Intravenous Therapy

High potency formulations to quickly restore vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Conditions: chronic and acute illnesses, stress, strenuous physical activities, and toxic chemical exposures.

Chelation Therapy

A key therapy to remove heavy metal toxicity, such as mercury, lead and cadmium. Heavy metal toxicity is suspected with chronic fatigue, frequent illnesses, neurological disorders, depression, high blood pressure and heart disease. Conditions: heavy metal toxicity.

Immune Stimulation Therapy

A variety of options are available to stimulate and improve the activity of your immune system. Conditions: acute and chronic infections, Epstein-Barr virus, bronchitis, pneumonia, candida, and cancer.

Detox Therapy

A fundamental treatment to improve the liver’s function to remove metabolic and environmental toxins. Conditions: fatigue, acute and chronic infections, chronic fatigue, neurological disorders, and cancer.

Therapeutic Laser

Also known as Low Level Light Therapy, it is a completely painless and non-invasive method for treating a variety of conditions where there is pain and inflammation. When these specific frequencies of laser light are absorbed by the body, it stimulates blood flow to the area being treated and increases the energy production of those cells. In technical terms, a photoreduction of Cytochrome c oxidase takes place, thereby increasing the cell’s ability to produce ATP. Laser therapy literally energizes the cells, speeding up the body’s own healing process.

We use the top-of-the-line Irradia class 3b laser. (consider link: http://www.irradia.us/about-us-2/)

Therapeutic laser may be used to treat a number of musculoskeletal conditions, such as pain or stiffness of any muscles or joints; can be used to help accelerate healing of soft tissue after surgery or injuries; and promotes drainage of sinuses to alleviate sinus pressure and prevent infection. Laser is contraindicated in instances where there is sensitivity to light, either from medications or due to a medical condition. Laser therapy will not work if you are currently undergoing corticosteroid therapy.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is the practice of stimulating specific, strategic points in the body to improve health and well being. It is a technique used to balance the flow of energy throughout the body, thereby enabling the body’s innate ability to heal itself.

Having originated in China over 2,000 years ago, it is one of the oldest healing practices in the world. Acupuncture, as part of Traditional Chinese medicine, has maintained its relevancy throughout hundreds of years and its effectiveness has been proven in numerous modern scientific research studies. Acupuncture can treat or help manage and alleviate the symptoms from almost any health condition, from colds to cancer.

Testimonials

  • “I am often cautious when I hear someone exclaim, "that treatment was amazing" or "what a miracle", however, hear I am saying those same words after just a few treatments of prolotherapy from Dr. Peterson. I came in to get treatment for some old athletic injuries from a water skiing accident in 1994 and many various crashes alpine skiing, plus the usual aches and pains of being athletic. I had sustained quite a bit of trauma to my sacro-iliac joint 15 years prior to seeing Dr. Peterson in a water skiing accident and then many years of alpine skiing crashes on top of overuse injuries in weight lifting, running, cycling and mountaineering. I had pain and limitation in range of motion mainly in the sacro-iliac joint area, but with many areas to include shoulder joint, knee and along my sacrum and lumbar spine. After receiving just 2 treatments, I already had significant improvements in pain and motion, plus I was getting stronger. As I continued my treatments, it was as if the injuries no longer even existed and I had new supportive ligamentous support. Now, telling my story many years later, I feel I can actually say, "wow, that was a miracle treatment by Dr. Peterson." I have competed in various CrossFit competitions, continued to cycle even harder, continue to excel in my strength, recovery from workouts and backpack and climb for days and days without pain or dysfunction. ” – KL, Portland, Oregon

  • “I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the help you have given my mom. She’d been in severe constant pain and taking pain meds since her back surgery 10 years ago. Her back is so much better, she’s off pain meds, and her restless legs and other conditions are all improving gradually. I am so grateful for the relief she is experiencing. Additionally, I am very thankful you have helped her gain a new perspective on health. She has been trained by traditional medicine all her life that if something is wrong, you take a pill to fix it with complete disregard to side effects, interactions and long-term effects. Thank you for being the voice of reason and health in helping her improve her health. I will always be grateful for what you have done for her and our family. - Debbie Martin, Wilsonville, OR ” – Severe constant pain since her back surgery.

  • “I spend a lot of time in the backcountry, enjoying our public lands with a pack on my back and a map in my hands. It isn’t uncommon for me to venture on foot for 80 miles over the course of a week, trekking over mountain passes and across high mountain basins with friends. I depend on my body to work hard and get me where I want to go. A few years ago, a chronic ache appeared deep down in my hip. It didn’t matter if I was sitting, standing or walking; my hip was burning deep down in the socket. I could still hike, but the ache only grew worse the more I used my legs and I started to worry about losing my ability to do the things I loved. I needed to do something. I had heard about the benefits of Prolotherapy from my wife who had been receiving treatments for several years and I scheduled an appointment at the Center for Traditional Medicine. I must admit that I headed home from my first treatment feeling skeptical. I thought to myself, how can this simple treatment actually work? Well, two months after receiving my treatment the ache in my hip disappeared and I have now gone more than two years with absolutely no pain. I’m back on the trail and am using my body to do what I love the most. While my hip feels like new, I have returned to the Center for Traditional Medicine to treat ligaments in my lower back and some rib pain behind my shoulder. One treatment each has cured them both. I’m sold on the benefits of Prolotherapy and highly recommend this treatment to anyone who wants to maintain an active lifestyle for as long as possible. -Joel Webster, Missoula, MT ” – Chronic ache deep down in my hip.

  • “I'm 23 years old. I saw Dr. Peterson for prolo about a year ago because for 9 or 10 years I had been experiencing knee problems. It had begun with creaking and popping sounds and a grinding sensation when I crouched and stood up, and slowly progressed over the years into near constant pain. It got to the point where I was taking painkillers several times a day to escape the grinding feeling when I walked. I work in a two-story building and had to stop using the stairs because of pain. I used the elevator every day. My coworkers joked that I had “old man knees.” After starting prolotherapy with Dr. Peterson my knees started feeling stronger, more stable. In the early stages they hurt worse, but only because I had to stop taking painkillers. After a few treatments the pain went away and I started actually taking the stairs again. With continued treatment my knees begin to pop and creek less and less when I crouched. When I started treatment, Dr. Peterson had told me that I had arthritis in my knees. The arthritis must have cleared up because now I leap up the stairs two or three steps at a time, every time I take the stairs. And my wife doesn't have to go off on walks and runs and bike rides without me. And I’m not taking any pain medication whatsoever. Now I actually feel my age of 23 and am no longer restricted by my knees. -Alex Grasley, Salem, OR” – "Old Man" knees in a 23 year old.

  • “Migraine Headaches, Hip Pain I am a 50 year old mother of two. Several years ago I started having terrible migraine headaches which would incapacitate me for days. I was taking Topamax to lessen the frequency and also AltMax for when I would get a migraine despite the Topamax. The longer I took Topamax, the less effective is was and I was starting to get more and more migraines. Dr. Peterson has treated me twice with Prolo Therapy for my migraines and the change has been remarkable. I no longer take the Topamax, which was costing me $200/month and in the past 6 months I've only had 2 migraines, which were greatly reduced in strength and I was able to handle them with Excedrin. The Prolo has also had the added benefit of lessening my neck aches and making my neck feel much stronger. Dr. Peterson had also treated my hip with Prolo. I sleep on my side and was finding it difficult to get a full nights sleep because my hip would start aching, feeling like it had slipped out of place. Chiropractic didn't help, but with Prolo my hip became stronger and no longer slips out. I no longer have the constant ache in my hip and can now sleep on my side without pain. It is such a relief to know that as I age, I don't have to just put up with the pain, but can in fact make my joints stronger. -Lorri Busse, Tehachepi, CA” – Migraine Headaches, Hip Pain

  • “HCG: What does this weight loss and change in diet mean for me? It's like a rebirth. The weight was acquired so gradually, that it just snuck up on me, and I truly didn't realize how desperately handicapped I had become. I fluffed off the limitations is just part of getting older. Well, now I am older and fat-free and feel as if I could live forever. Every move I make is a move of freedom. My mood is lighter as well, as light as my weight. The vague depression faded as I became physically lighter. I'm healthier because of the weight loss in every way my body functions. I look forward with joy to my future as a healthy, active, very happy, great-grandmother. I could not have accomplished any of this without the help of my good friend Dr. Noel Peterson. He's been my doctor for over 12 years. His supporting and guidance kept me on the mark. Sincerely, -Herma Ray Baxter Portland OR ” – What does this weight loss and change in diet mean for me?

  • “I was having pain in both knees and thought that it was just part of growing older. After a second acute hyperextension injury I was told I needed surgery. I saw Dr. Peterson and he said that PRP could get me back to 100%. He was not joking! Unlike the orthopedist who did a quick exam and ordered an MRI, Dr. Peterson examined my knees and figured out exactly where my problem areas were. After 3 PRP treatments, I have no pain and feel completely stable. I'm confident that my 35-year-old needs will be back to where they were when I was younger. My job is physically demanding and so I'm compelled to maintain an active lifestyle. PRP was the best option for me as I was able to remain active throughout my all my treatments. Worth every penny! It is also way better than going under the knife! Thanks. Dr. Peterson! -T. D., Firefighter, Portland OR ” – ACL injury

  • “ Dr. Peterson- Thank you so much for the prolotherapy-I feel great! I can bend my knees with no pain-squat with no pain- I am walking now with no pain! -Rachel Lewis, Retired, Milwaukie, OR ” – Walking now with no pain!