Send us Fan MailSpeaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker sits down with Dr. Alison Stout, an interventional PM&R and sports medicine specialist at Cleveland Clinic and president of the International Pain and Spine Intervention Society. They discuss regenerative spine care and what’s regulated, what’s risky, and what actually helps when chronic back or SI joint pain won’t let up.Not everyone is a candidate for regenerative injections, particularly those without a clear anatomical target or with uncontrolled conditions like diabetes. They close the interview with credible resources, how to book with Dr. Stout's spine team, and a reminder that the most powerful “regenerative” therapy often starts with motion: build capacity, reduce load where it’s highest, and let biology work for you, not against you. If this conversation helps you rethink your next step, share it with someone in pain, subscribe for more evidence-first insights, and leave a review to help others find the show.Support the show

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