Chronic Pain Chronicles with Dr Karmy
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 various medical options, Dr. Karmy shares invaluable insights and real-life stories, empowering listeners to find relief and regain control over their chronic pain.
Episodes
14 episodes
Episode 14: Why Won't My Earache Go Away? One Patient's Experience of Trying to Deal with a Rare Chronic Pain Disorder
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 in...
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Episode 14
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52:52
Episode 13: Cervicogenic Headaches, Nerve Blocks and the Birth of Chronic Pain Medicine in Ontario Part 2
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.
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Episode 13
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27:29
Episode 12: Regenerative Medicine from Biotech Industry Perspective
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. H...
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Episode 12
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38:40
Episode 11: Acorn Biolabs and the Future of Stem Cell Treatments in Canada
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 c...
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Episode 11
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57:47
Episode 10: Cervicogenic Headaches, Nerve Blocks and the Birth of Chronic Pain Medicine in Ontario Part 1
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....
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Episode 10
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36:47
Episode 9: Can Cortisone Injections Really Help with Joint Pain? Debunking Myths and Clearing Up Misconceptions
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 inflamma...
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Episode 9
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16:19
Episode 8: Botox Injections for Chronic Migraines - It's Not Just for Wrinkles
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 con...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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16:11
Episode 7: Radiofrequency Ablation - A Novel OHIP Covered Treatment for Back Pain
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 ablati...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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19:21
Episode 6: Neurobiology of Pain - Exploring Neuropeptides
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 M...
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Episode 6
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41:35
Episode 5: Is the nSTRIDE Injection the Future of Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment?
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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30:08
Episode 4: Regenerative Medicine in Pain Management - Is it a medical breakthrough or a scam?
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 eac...
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Episode 4
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41:57
Episode 3: Nerve Blocks in Chronic Pain Management - How Nerve Blocks Can Help Manage Your Pain?
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...
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Episode 3
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26:03
Episode 2: Infusions in Chronic Pain Management: Psychedelics, Lidocaine, Vitamins - Which Infusion is Right for You?
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 wo...
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Episode 2
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11:01
Episode 1: Should Opioids be a Part of Your Treatment Regimen for Chronic Pain in 2024?
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...
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Episode 1
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17:06