Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 Understanding the Science of Aging Aging is a gradual, lifelong process that begins earlier than most realize often as early as your 20s. Over time, every organ and tissue experiences cellular wear and reduced regenerative capacity. These microscopic changes can influence how we…
Aging is a universal biological process marked by the gradual decline of physiological function across all organ systems. It is driven by a combination of genetic, environmental, and molecular factors that influence the rate of deterioration from birth onward. Although inevitable, scientific progress in regenerative medicine has identified potential ways to mitigate its effects and…
Your hair can be part of your identity. For some people, their hair is a symbol of their spiritual beliefs. Whether you’re focused on beauty and aesthetics or a deeper meaning behind your hair, hair loss can be devastating. For some people, regenerative medicine is an innovative, research-based solution to hair loss. Learn more about…
Some health conditions don’t yet have definite cures. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of them. While there is no known cure, several new treatments are emerging that show great potential in treating MS. Stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis can be life-changing. If you struggle with debilitating symptoms and everyday life is painful for you,…
Parkinson’s disease affects your fine and gross motor skills. It might seem counterintuitive to try to exercise after your diagnosis, but physical activity is crucial. For seniors with Parkinson’s disease, exercise can boost mood, improve physical health, and improve motor skills. Not sure where to start? Even just a few minutes of gentle exercise each…
As the human body ages, most people assume that “wear and tear” will take over and deplete their health. This isn’t always true, and it’s important to separate fact from fiction when discussing joint health problems. Osteoarthritis is a painful, inflammatory joint condition that can make it difficult to function. Some folks refer to it…
Living with any type of arthritis is painful, debilitating, and frustrating. You miss out on a lot of the physical activities you used to love. This condition can even make it harder to keep up with children and grandchildren. Your long-term health is worth fighting for. When it comes to osteoarthritis pain management treatments, it’s…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, four million adults in the United States have fibromyalgia. It’s an often-misunderstood condition that leads to systemic joint and muscle pain, along with fatigue, making daily life very difficult. To deal with the pain the condition causes, it’s important to understand why it occurs. Learn more about…
The National Library of Medicine states that 10% of people over 55 in the United States have disabling knee osteoarthritis. If you are one of these people, finding the right treatment can be challenging, especially if you don’t want to become dependent on pain medications or go through an invasive knee surgery. For some, surgery…
In the United States, about 30 million men have some form of erectile dysfunction, according to research conducted by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Erectile dysfunction can occur in men of any age, though it’s most common in those who are older. Despite this, it’s not a normal part of…
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