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The Growth & Development of Ohio’s Blooming CBD Market

Posted Jun 1st, 2020

Since CBD was legalized in Ohio when Senate Bill 57 became law in July, the number of businesses selling the product has been growing, well, like a weed. Exact numbers are cloudy, since the Ohio Secretary of State, which records new business filings in the

7 Self Help Techniques to Alleviate Musician Injury

Posted May 18th, 2020

Trust me — if you’re a musician, your health is just as important as your instrument. Both must be in tune to play well. Common musician injuries include thoracic outlet syndrome, De Quervain’s syndrome, repetitive stress injury, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendonitis. These ailments can

Could Nerve Stimulation Therapy Provide New Relief Therapy for Fibromyalgia?

Posted May 4th, 2020

For those suffering from fibromyalgia, the pain can be debilitating. It can make daily life seem almost impossible. Simple tasks like getting up in the morning can be excruciating. Fortunately there are natural treatments to help remedy that pain, including diet and exercise, meditation and

Dr. Blatman Speaking at The Science of Human Optimization Conference May 2 & 3, 2020

Posted Apr 30th, 2020

The Science of Human Optimization Conference takes place this Saturday May 2nd and Sunday May 3rd by Zoom. Dr. Blatman is speaking on both days. This Science of Human Optimization (ScHO) Conference brings together the world’s experts in resolving the underlying cause of chronic illness

Covid-19: Are Ohio’s Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Still Open?

Posted Apr 20th, 2020

In March, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a statewide Stay at Home order, shuttering all businesses deemed nonessential. People were only allowed to leave their homes to get food, attend to the needs of an elderly or ailed family member, attend medical appointments, or provide

The Truth About Pain – A Different Paradigm

Posted Apr 9th, 2020

This article was originally published in Townsend Letter (November 2018) – https://www.townsendletter.com/. I played golf with sharp and disabling lower back pain for twenty-five years before I learned how to make it go away. Trigger point injections and myofascial work always helped; but when I

Could Liking Ohio Football Qualify for Medical Marijuana? Fans Think So

Posted Mar 23rd, 2020

Don’t count on being a Browns or Bengals fan being approved as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana, but at least some amused and beleaguered fans thought it wouldn’t hurt to ask. It’s hilarious, but true: A petition was submitted to the State Medical Board

PRP Knee Therapy: Answers to Your Most Frequently Asked Questions

Posted Mar 9th, 2020

Considering PRP injection for the first time? You likely have lots of questions. Let’s give it to you straight. Here are the answers to your most frequently asked questions, spelled out for you. What is PRP? PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma. We take platelets concentrated

Dr. Blatman on The IronRoad Way Talking About Myofascial Pain (Video)

Posted Feb 29th, 2020

Dr. Hal Blatman joins The IronRoad Way to talk about myofascial pain, and how pain isn’t really what we think it is. Pain doesn’t come from where you think it does. Check out this terrific interview and demonstration.

Dr. Blatman on Blog Talk Radio with Alex Lubarsky

Posted Feb 28th, 2020

What do migraine headaches, carpal tunnel, scoliosis, as well as pelvic, neck, knee and back pain have in common? Learn more in this interview! LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW HERE

Researchers Compare Prolotherapy for OA Knee Pain vs. Local Anesthetics

Posted Feb 24th, 2020

Is prolotherapy more effective at treating knee pain caused by osteoarthritis than traditional interventional treatments such as local anesthetics, hyaluronic acid, ozone and radiofrequency? One study published last August in Advances in Rheumatology suggests that it has significant benefits, though further research is needed. The

Head and Neck Pain | TMJ Syndrome Workshop April 24 – 25, 2020

Posted Feb 20th, 2020

Myofascial Pain Treatment Series Workshop for Dentists, Medical Professionals: Head and Neck Pain | TMJ Syndrome Workshop Sponsored by International Academy of Biologic Dentistry and Medicine April 24 – 25, 2020 These workshops teach physical examination and treatment of patients with myofascial pain disorders. Myofascial head and

6 Natural Ways to Heal Urinary Stress Incontinence

Posted Feb 10th, 2020

Suffer from urinary tract incontinence? You’re not alone. Over 25 million Americans suffer from the condition, and 80% of them are women. In fact, 1 in 4 women over the age of 18 experiences involuntary episodes of urine leakage at least occasionally. It can be

Could Low Blood Sugar Be a Root to Fibromyalgia? New Study

Posted Feb 3rd, 2020

Fibromyalgia is a mysterious illness characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Scientists suspect it amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way the brain processes pain — what the CDC calls abnormal pain processing. Yet the root cause of

Ohio’s First Recall on Medical Marijuana Issued

Posted Jan 27th, 2020

Ohio issued its first medical marijuana recalls after 3 products failed mandatory state tests. The recalls include for Pineapple Express Rosin, Blue Boi Z7, and Afghani #1 rosin. All three are made by One Orijin, a Columbus-based processor owned by Schottenstein Aphria. Medical Cannabis Plants

Patient Testimonials

I really hope this helps change and save someones life. I was extremely MISERABLE for over 5 years before finding and being treated by Dr. Blatman. I tried 3-Chiropractors, 3- Physical Therapists, and 4- Neurosurgeons. Eventually I was physically unable to do anything and spent numerous hours laying down. FYI, I’m in my 40’s so I refused a handicap parking pass and heavy addictive pain pills. Those were the options consistently pushed upon me by the above experts. A customer saw my struggles and referred me to Dr. Blatman. It sounded too simple to be true. However, he SAVED my life with minimum visits and costs. I now vacation, play tennis, racquetball, and ride ATVs. Truly AMAZING!!

George Triantafilou

I visited Dr. Blatman to receive relief from a strained groin, and recurrent calf pain due to an injury a year ago. After two visits where Dr. Blatman performed the trigger point injection technique, both problems have been resolved and I have been able to resume all activities including playing tennis 3 times a week. I would highly recommend Dr. Blatman and his associates.

Chris Uhlhorn

As an author of one of the early texts on Evidence-Based Medicine I know the power and peril of anecdote. That said I arrived to present at a conference with a painfully familiar recurrence lower back pain, bracing myself for days if not weeks of symptoms to come. Hal kindly offered to diagnose and provide some hands on treatment. Within 10 minutes I felt 50% better and by morning I was 80% better and could put my socks on again. Within a week I was completely pain free. While this is by no means scientific evidence I could not help but feel awe inspired by Hal and his care.

Daniel Friedman, MD

Chronic Fatigue was my diagnosis in 2005. How do you treat Chronic Fatigue? Well, there is no magic pill or cure. So I suffered for almost 2 years. I did not find a magic pill but I did find Blatman Pain Clinic. I was cautious about many of his recommendations but I have found out the hard way to follow his advise. My energy level is back to normal. I can keep up with my hectic job and 2 teenage children. I am a single parent and they count on me! Thank You Dr. Blatman!

The key to relieving chronic pain, especially fibromyalgia and myofascial pain, requires identification and treatment of perpetuating factors. This must be done on a patient-by-patient basis, due to the variables these conditions present. Dr. Blatman provides this total patient care.

Devin Starlanyl

When I first went to Dr. Blatman two years ago, I was spending 1-3 days a week in bed with severe neck pain, headaches and nausea. I had had migraines for 40 years and been to countless doctors, but did not receive any help. I had also developed chronic myofascial pain in my neck. Now, two years later, I have not been bed ridden with a sick pain event in my neck or head once, and I have a life again, thanks to Dr. Blatman's expert knowledge, thoughtful help and perseverance.

Wendy Andrews

After suffering with widespread pain for two years, I was told it was all in my head and that nothing could be done for my condition as nothing appeared on an x-ray or MRI. After joining a fibromyalgia support group, I was referred to Dr. Blatman. I found [it] to be very calm[ing] and reassuring that my pain was real. We discussed medication, therapies exercise and diet changes and Dr. Blatman literally walked with me in reclaiming my life.

Sylvia Link

I was in pain daily and forced to limit my exercise. This was a real blow to me because exercise had always been a part of my life. I tried anti-inflammatory medications and physical therapy, but nothing worked. I was afraid I was going to have to live the rest of my life like this. That’s when I was introduced to Dr. Blatman’s philosophies. By implementing his ideas of wellness into my life and selective trigger point injections, I’m happy to say that I am now happy, healthy and pain free.

Teri Boynton

Like so many people who suffer with chronic headaches, I had gotten only partial relief from traditional medicine. Dr. Blatman understands the impact of headache pain. His emphasis on multiple techniques made a big difference for me.

Chris Modrall

Within ten days, my groin muscle pain was gone and the elbow tendonitis pain resolved in a slightly longer time. Both problems have gone away with no recurrence.

Alan Rosenberg

I don’t have a lot of time to get better when my back hurts. Bad backs are an occupational hazard in dentistry. Treatment with Dr. Blatman gets me out of pain, back to work and back on the golf course with a minimal amount of down time. Having this treatment available has been an indispensable part of my life in terms of doing the things I need and love to do.

Dr. Richard Wolterman

Since beginning treatment with Dr. Blatman, I have lost lost 30 pounds and gone from being unable to walk without help, to a career singing and dancing at retirement communities, sometimes up to four hours a day.

Linda Cosby