Join Dr. Grigory Karmy M.D., a distinguished chronic pain management physician with over 20 years of experience, on a captivating journey through the world of pain relief in his podcast series. Delving into the latest regenerative medical treatments like PRP, stem cell injections, and prolozone therapy, alongside educational discussions on pain transmission and the latest medical innovations, Dr. Karmy shares invaluable insights and real-life stories, empowering listeners to find relief and ...
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Mixed Blessings with MommyPowers, The Podcast! Biracial Inspiration - Multicultural Living
Lynda “MommyPowers”
Hi, I’m Lynda, aka MommyPowers: biracial Latina, blogging at MixedBlessingsBlog.com. Why “Mixed?” I’m biracial, hubby is Black, and our sons are all of the above! I’m a Texas native, raising my family in California. I cover food, family, travel, and life, from a multicultural perspective. This podcast will be an extension of my blog, and give me an opportunity to discuss ALL the things, from mental health to CBD, anxiety to dysfunctional families, narcissists to introverts . . . Errythang! Y ...
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Episode 18: A New Non Invasive Treatment for Lower Back Pain - HIFU
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47:56Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! Traditionally, the Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) procedure for chronic back pain requires approximately six injections with 2-4 inch needles followed by the insertion of heated probes to burn the nerves that supply joints of the spine called facet joints. What if you could do all that without the …
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Episode 17: Cortisone Side Effects You Did Not Know About!
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7:10Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! In this episode, join Dr. Karmy as he discusses lesser-known side effects of cortisone injections. Follow our social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karmychronicpain?igsh=cHZycXdzeGhqN2Zn Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550237320641&mibextid=dGKdO6 Learn more about pai…
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I know what I want to do, just not sure how to get there. #podcast #streamer #asmr #youtube
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Episode 16: Journavx - Nerve Block in a Pill! A Game-Changer for Pain Management or Just Hype?
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10:11Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! In this episode, Dr. Karmy will review everything known so far about the newest and first-in-class non-addictive pain medication, Journavx. Follow our social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karmychronicpain?igsh=cHZycXdzeGhqN2Zn Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=6155023732…
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Episode 15: Fibromyalgia - A Basic Approach to Management
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19:20Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! This episode describes Dr. Karmy's approach to patients with fibromyalgia. He delves into what are the treatments he finds the most helpful and the pros and cons of each approach. Follow our social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karmychronicpain?igsh=cHZycXdzeGhqN2Zn Facebook https://ww…
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Episode 14: Why Won't My Earache Go Away? One Patient's Experience of Trying to Deal with a Rare Chronic Pain Disorder
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52:52Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! Most of us have experience with earaches, either in our children or sometimes through personal experience. Although the pain is severe, it does resolve in a few days. What if the pain never went away? Join Dr Karmy for an interview with a clinic patient who has a very unusual chronic pain condition…
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Episode 13: Cervicogenic Headaches, Nerve Blocks and the Birth of Chronic Pain Medicine in Ontario Part 2
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27:29Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! In the second part of the interview with Dr.Howard Jacobs, one of the fathers of pain management in Ontario, we discuss how the medical discipline of Chronic Pain developed in the last 20 years and the challenges facing it in the future. Listen to Episode 10-Part 1 of this interview to discover how…
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Episode 12: Regenerative Medicine from a Biotech Industry Perspective
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38:40Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! Join Dr. Karmy for an in-depth interview with Dr. Jennifer Woodell-May who was instrumental in the development of the newest treatment for osteoarthritis. In this episode, Dr. Woodell-May answers the following questions: 1. How are new autologous and regenerative treatments created? 2. What are som…
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Episode 11: Acorn Biolabs and the Future of Stem Cell Treatments in Canada
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57:47Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! Join Dr. Karmy for an interview with Acorn Biolabs CEO, Dr. Taylor, where they discuss the unique approach his company is taking to stem cell treatments. The wide ranging discussion will also cover his vision for the future of his company and how it fits into the broader field of regenerative medic…
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This is the first in a series entitled, “I Often Wonder”
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Episode 10: Cervicogenic Headaches, Nerve Blocks and the Birth of Chronic Pain Medicine in Ontario Part 1
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36:47Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! There was a time in Ontario when chronic pain patients who didn’t respond to physiotherapy or surgery were often given only basic advice to exercise or referred to a psychologist or psychiatrist to ensure they weren’t suffering from depression. But then, Dr. Peter Rothbart changed everything by fou…
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Episode 9: Can Cortisone Injections Really Help with Joint Pain? Debunking Myths and Clearing Up Misconceptions
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16:19Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! In this episode, Dr. Karmy dives into the facts and misconceptions surrounding cortisone injections. Often misunderstood, these powerful anti-inflammatory treatments can offer significant relief for joint pain, tendon issues, and nerve inflammation. Join Dr Karmy as he explores when cortisone is mo…
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My take on the recent arrest of Diddy.
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Episode 8: Botox Injections for Chronic Migraines - It's Not Just for Wrinkles
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16:11Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! Botox is best known as a cosmetic treatment, however in addition to cosmetic uses it has a wide range of medical applications. In this episode, Dr Karmy explores the role of Botox therapeutic injections in managing chronic migraines—a condition that impacts millions worldwide and is often resistant…
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S5 E2- Women & Hair Loss, the Journey Continues
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9:39Update to my hair loss journey!
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Episode 7: Radiofrequency Ablation - A Novel OHIP Covered Treatment for Back Pain
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19:21Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! In this episode, Dr Karmy explores the world of radiofrequency ablation—a novel, OHIP-covered treatment for chronic back pain. He goes over the differences between radiofrequency ablation, pulsed radiofrequency, and cooled radiofrequency ablation, uncovering how each technique works and when they s…
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Episode 6: Neurobiology of Pain - Exploring Neuropeptides
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41:35Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! In this episode, Dr Karmy is joined by Dr. James Henry, a pioneering expert in the field, where they dive deep into the neurobiology of pain. Trained at McGill University and with a distinguished career spanning Western University and McMaster's Michael De Groote Pain Center, Dr. Henry brings a wea…
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Episode 5: Is the nSTRIDE Injection the Future of Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment?
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30:08Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! In this episode, Dr Karmy will take an in-depth look at the newest treatment for osteoarthritis—the nSTRIDE Autologous Protein Solution (APS) kit. Like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), this treatment is made from the patient's own blood. How does it compare to PRP? Is it worth trying? Dr. Karmy will not…
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Episode 4: Regenerative Medicine in Pain Management - Is it a medical breakthrough or a scam?
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41:57Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! An in-depth discussion of the most popular regenerative medicine approaches to chronic pain management in Ontario. Approaches discussed include Prolotherapy, Prolozone, nSTRIDE, PRP, and autologous stem cell injections. The pros and cons of each approach is discussed to help you decide whether or n…
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Episode 3: Nerve Blocks in Chronic Pain Management - How Nerve Blocks Can Help Manage Your Pain?
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26:03Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! Nerve blocks are the most common procedure performed for chronic pain management in Ontario. Over 55,000 patients receive this treatment every year. Yet despite the widespread use of this procedure, there is some controversy about this approach. Nerve blocks happen to be one of the first procedures…
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Episode 2: Infusions in Chronic Pain Management: Psychedelics, Lidocaine, Vitamins - Which Infusion is Right for You?
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11:01Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! Dr. Grigory Karmy offers a comprehensive analysis of the therapeutic potential of ketamine and lidocaine infusions in managing various medical conditions, from chronic pain to treatment-resistant depression. He elucidates how these infusions work, their mechanisms of action, and the scientific evid…
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Episode 1: Should Opioids be a Part of Your Treatment Regimen for Chronic Pain in 2024?
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17:06Send us a text with your thoughts on this episode! This episode explores the current approach to opioids in Ontario from the perspective of a clinician with over 20 years of experience in chronic pain management. The segment takes a close look at how the approach to opioids has evolved over the past two decades. Despite their longstanding presence …
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S5 E1- Let’s talk Arthritis, Cortisone Injections, and My Meniscus!
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35:09I’ve been hobbling around for months now, finally received the answers I needed about my bum knee!
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S4 Ep1: Guilt, Grief, and Loss- The Struggle Continues
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11:26The struggle continues after the loss of my parents. Coming to terms with guilt, grief, and loss.
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Are you a hypocrite? I’m sick and tired of hypocrites, and I need to get this off my chest.
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S3 Ep3 - If You Have Elderly Parents, You Must Do This Now!
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24:11Don’t go another day without taking my advice, and talking to your parents about this topic.
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S3 Ep2 - Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim CA vs Great Wolf Lodge Manteca CA
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43:00Sharing a few thoughts on Great Wolf Lodge resorts in California.
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S3 Ep1 - Why Do Bloggers, Who Only Want Freebies, Get Invited Back To Events?
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19:31I’m tired of seeing bloggers at events who are only there for the freebies. Worst yet, they keep getting invited back. WHY? I believe event organizers need to vet bloggers better, and I’m willing to do the job, if they can’t!
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S2 Ep9 - Foods That May Trigger Depression Symptoms
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25:13I wanted to share this info with you, in hopes it may help you or someone you know. It deals with different foods that can affect your mental health.
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S2 Ep8 - Transgender, Non-binary & Intersex … Why Y’all Mad?!
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28:27I’m fed up, I cannot take it anymore. WHY?! All this transgender, non-binary and intersex . . . It’s just too much!
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S2 Ep7 - Complicated Grief: My Dad Was A Child Molester
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38:44I’ve been silent in this space for a bit. Today I tell you why. My first time sharing my truth: My dad was a child molester, and he recently passed away. And yes, it still hurts.
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S2 Ep6 - Grief and Coping With The Loss Of A Parent
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11:31What is grief? Is what I’m feeling normal?
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S2 Ep5: The Most Important Reason To PrePlan Your Funeral
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6:50Do you know the most important reason to preplan YOUR funeral?!
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S2 Ep4: Could Your Child Have Meningitis? Signs & Symptoms To Look For
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9:20Do you know what Meningitis looks like? Here are the signs & symptoms you need to know.
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S2 Ep3: Stop Using Boring Opening Sentences In Cover Letters!
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6:34Wanna get your job application read? Listen to these tips!
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S2 Ep2: Am I going to lose money if I buy a preplanned funeral arrangement & move to another state?
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16:57What happens if you have prepaid for your funeral in California, but 15 years later you move to Texas? Will you lose that money? #funeral
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Season 2, Episode 1: ASPCA Food Label Definitions & Food Certifications
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19:32In this episode, the ASPCA breaks down food labels & certifications for us. I’m sharing the ASPCA’s Meat, Eggs, and Dairy Label Guide.
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Episode 30: Learning About Funeral Pre-planning with Skylawn Memorial Park
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14:53I’m talking about funeral prearrangements, and trust me, you need this info!
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Episode 29: 12 Foods To Limit or Avoid For Type 2 Diabetics
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20:16You’ve been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, now what? Here’s 12 foods to limit and/or avoid.,
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Episode 28: Women’s Hair Loss, An Update!
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11:47I’m chiming in to update you on my hair loss journey. I’ve been trying a product for a while now... is it working?!
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Episode 27: The Super Bowl Halftime Show Controversy, Jennifer Lopez & Shakira
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20:15Why are SO many women bashing Jennifer Lopez & Shakira’s halftime performance? Stripper poles, butt cheeks, and nudity, really?!
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Now is not the time to dredge up old mess. How dare you.
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Episode 25: I Matter, Learning To Put Myself First
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10:59Enough is enough. My health (and sanity) have been put on the back burner for far too long. Times up! I gotta take control of MY life, and it starts today.
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Facing my addiction and finally doing something about it.
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Episode 23: Investing In The Stock Market, What You Need To Know
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30:32This episode is for the ladies, but fellas you can listen in too! Stock Market Investing 101, Mommy Powers style.
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Episode 22: Krispy Kremes, Famous Dave’s BBQ and 2020
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23:552020 New beginnings. It’s time to do what must be done ...
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Finding Black Santa in California.
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I’m discussing solo travel, as it relates to women. Sharing travel tips from AARP.
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Today, I’m quickly discussing the topic of Justin Timberlake being caught holding hands with his co-star, Alisha Wainwright. What do you think about this? Leave me a message!
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Episode 18: Diabetes And Hair Loss, What You Need To Know!
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24:09My hair loss struggle continues. I’m looking for answers. Could diabetes be to blame?
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