If you’re dealing with chronic joint pain—whether it’s in your back, hip, shoulder, knee, or elsewhere—one of the first steps you may consider is getting an X-ray. But what exactly does an X-ray reveal? And perhaps more importantly, what doesn’t it show? At Michigan Integrative Health, we specialize in helping people who want to avoid surgery and are looking […]
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Chronic pain in joints like the back, knee, hip, or shoulder often lingers long after the standard, insurance based treatment ends. Many people feel discouraged when medications, cortisone, chiropractic care, supplements, or physical therapy only scratch the surface but never deliver true relief. At Michigan Integrative Health, Dr. Roy J. Picard, DC, and the medical
You’ve been babying that sore shoulder or aching knee for weeks. Ice packs help a little, and over-the-counter medications take the edge off, but you’re still not feeling like your old self. Maybe you’ve even been told surgery is the next step. If you’re hoping for a solution to soft tissue injuries that doesn’t just
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If you’ve been dealing with chronic pain for months or even years, you’ve likely been offered drugs or physical therapy as a solution. These conventional approaches can temporarily target symptoms. However, they often fall short in addressing what’s really causing your discomfort. Worse, relying on medications may lead to long-term dependence without any meaningful repair to damaged
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Knee pain is easy to dismiss, especially if it comes and goes. But when the discomfort becomes more frequent, your body may be signaling the early stages of knee arthritis. Noticing these signs at the onset can help you manage the condition and delay progression. At Michigan Integrative Health, our goal is to restore joint function and
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Muscle cramps can strike any time, during a workout, at night, or even while sitting. While usually harmless, these sudden, involuntary muscle contractions can be painful and disruptive. Fortunately, there are natural ways to help prevent them. Here are 10 effective tips to keep muscle cramps at bay. At Michigan Integrative Health, we specialize in natural, non-invasive
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You know how much headaches or migraines can disrupt your life. What you might not realize is how much hydration and key nutrients affect their intensity and frequency. At Michigan Integrative Health in Shelby Township, Michigan, we skip the medications and go straight to the root cause. With 60 years of combined experience, our medical professionals use drug-free options
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Have you ever wondered why your chronic pain won’t go away despite endless treatments? What if the solution isn’t a prescription, steroid shot, or surgery, but something entirely natural that activates your body’s healing power? In this guide, you’ll discover how stem cell therapy, specifically using Human Umbilical Cord Cellular or Tissue-Based Products, could provide the lasting
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According to the World Health Organization, chronic back pain affects hundreds of millions of people globally. It makes daily activities difficult and lowers their quality of life. Many individuals turn to conventional healthcare options to manage chronic pain. Unfortunately, these medication-based treatments rarely address the root cause. They often create a cycle of temporary relief and eventual
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You wake up in the morning, ready to take on the day, but as you turn your head, a familiar ache shoots through your neck. Even simple tasks like checking your phone or driving become challenging. You’ve tried medications and therapies that provide brief relief, but the discomfort always comes back – sometimes worse than
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