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Dr. Brian Paris
Dr. Brian Paris knows the price of pain. It affects not only our physical health, but our emotional wellbeing and confidence as well. That’s why Dr. Paris has spent his entire career as a wellness expert, understanding how the interdependent parts of the body work as a whole, and helping his patients find solutions to chronic knee pain, backaches, headaches, arthritis and more—all without surgery or drugs.
A developer of the renowned Advanced Wellness Systems program, Dr. Paris has worked with thousands of patients with diverse medical histories to put them on a pain-free path that allows them to live an active, confident and healthier life. His
dynamic approach to patient care is much like the body itself: interconnected. He looks at the whole person: posture, nutrition, sleep and exercise habits, and movement. After working with Dr. Paris, patients not only find their knee pain solved, but report weight loss, increased energy, and greater self-confidence.
Dr. Paris’ interest in body mechanics began when he was as an all-state lacrosse player in New Jersey. He began his college studies at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, finishing with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiological Sciences from the University of Maryland, College Park, with a focus in biomechanics. Dr. Paris continued his studies at Life University in Marietta, GA, earning his Doctorate of Chiropractic. While at Life University, Dr. Paris served as President of the Chiropractic BioPhysics® technique club, becoming a certified member early in
school and teaching many of his colleagues. He is now a Chiropractic BioPhysics® instructor, advising health care practitioners on technique.
Dr. Paris has since developed several wellness programs and consults practitioners nationwide. He is a sought after presenter, known for his ability to simplify complex health and wellness concepts. Participants report his presentations are engaging
and entertaining.
When not sharing health and wellness concepts, Dr. Paris enjoys mountain biking, skiing, surfing, ocean kayaking and just about any action sport that pumps adrenaline. If he’s not moving himself, Dr. Paris is an actively involved father of his two young children.
Andrew Bloch
Andrew Bloch, DOM, MSPT, ATC, the owner of Advanced Body Wellness for Life, is an alternative medicine specialist who has been practicing traditional and alternative medicine for over 15 years. He is one of only a handful of alternative medicine specialists in Florida who uses the eclectic approach of applying alternative medical techniques to resolve traditional medical problems. After graduating from the University of Delaware with a degree in Sports Medicine, he received his post-graduate Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy at the University of Miami. Andrew Bloch then earned a degree in Oriental Medicine at the Community School of Traditional Chinese Medicine and began to integrate the best of both approaches for optimal results.
Board-certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, he is a licensed Physical Therapist and also certified by the American College of Clinical Thermology.
Always eager and open to learn innovative and advanced techniques, Andrew Bloch has gained extensive knowledge studying with some of the premier conventional as well as alternative medical experts including Dr. Frank Shallenberger, M.D., Bio-oxidative Medicine, John Iams - Primal Reflex Release Technique, Dr. Kiiko Matsumoso - Hara Diagnosis, Dr. Yamamto - Scalp Acupuncture, Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt - Neural Therapy / Biological Medicine, Dr. J. E. Williams - Biopuncture / Injection Techniques, Dr. Michael Voight, Tab Blackburn - Sports Medicine, Tom Boers - Manipulative Medicine / Arthopraxia, and Dr. Peter Leando - Breast Cancer Screening / Thermography.
Dr. Michael S. Propper M.D. F.A.C.S
Dr. Michael S. Propper’s multidisciplinary approach has allowed him to excel in the fields of functional medicine, orthopaedic surgery, and regenerative orthopedics. Dr. Propper is also an expert at groundbreaking procedures that can relieve pain in ways never before possible.
The core principles behind his treatments arise from breakthroughs in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy. His innovative techniques help him to provide extraordinary, results-oriented medical care.
Are you plagued by orthopedic pain? For more than 30 years, Dr. Propper has been getting people back to the activities they love. Dr. Propper’s boutique practice allows him the freedom to customize orthopedic treatments for each patient –from regenerative medicine and non-surgical orthopedic proceduresto minimally invasive surgery and on-site physical therapy.
Dr. Propper is on the leading edge of available treatments offered today, performing state-of-the-art Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatments and Stem Cell Injection Therapy. Dr. Propper treats sports related injuries and performs Orthopedic Surgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Propper and the staff at Pain Arthritis Relief Center are dedicated to helping residents of the DC Metro area feel better faster. Whether you haveshoulder or knee injuries, or ligament, tendon, muscle, joint or bone issues, Dr. Propper can help you become pain free and regain mobility.
Dr. Propper is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and took a fellowship in Regenerative Medicine. Additionally, he passed the orthopedic boards in 1986. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, reconstructive surgery, orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and ultrasound guided injections for Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell treatments. Dr. Propper offers a wide range of holistic therapies, non-surgical, and minimally invasive surgical therapies and procedures for orthopedic injuries and osteoarthritis.
Dr. Propper studied with America’s leading experts in the use of PRP, Stem Cells, and fat injections to treat torn tendons, ligaments, and osteoarthritis. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is an in-office procedure where Dr. Propper removes a minimal amount of a patient’s blood, Stem Cells and injects the combined fluid into an injured area or an arthritic joint. This Platelet Regeneration therapy procedure concentrates the platelets in the patient’s blood. The bioactive tissue growth factors are released when the platelets are placed in the injured area. These factors are known to stimulate the healing cascade in musculo-skeletal injuries and arthritis.
Medical researchers are reporting remarkable results using Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in the treatment of common injuries, including tendonitis, the regeneration of cartilage in osteoarthritis of the thumbs, knees and hips, and in non-surgical repair of rotator cuff tears. Published studies show restoration and smoothing of roughened cartilage, improved range of motion, and resolution of pain in osteoarthritis of hips, knees and shoulders. Many other conditions respond to regenerative orthopedics, including injuries to the back, neck, jaw, elbows, shoulders, hands, hips, knees, ankles and feet.
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