Frequent Questions

• What happens during HiFU treatment?

  First, you will meet with Dr. Rajaratnam to discuss your specific concerns and determine if HiFU is right for you. If so, you will receive instructions on how to preparer the procedure.

  On the day of the procedure, you will likely be asked to arrive early in the morning. A member of the California Wellness Institute team will prepare you for the procedure, which may include general anesthesia or other form of sedation.

  Dr. Rajaratnam uses the HiFU device and MRI images to direct the intense, high-frequency sound waves through the wall of your rectum into your prostate. The procedure typically takes a few hours, depending upon the size of your prostate.

  After the procedure, you will spend 1-2 hours in recovery then be discharged home. Patients are advised to take it easy for a couple of days, but can walk around immediately after the procedure.

• What are the benefits of HiFU treatment?

  The many benefits of HiFU include:

  • Reduced risk of erectile dysfunction
  • Reduced risk of incontinence
  • No incisions are required
  • Relatively quick procedure
  • No overnight hospital stay
  • Rapid recovery
  • Preservation of non-cancerous prostate tissue while ablating cancer cells (Focal therapy)

• What is platelet-rich plasma?

  Platelets are blood cells that allow your body to coagulate and clot. PRP is rich in growth factors and proteins that stimulate and promotes healing of damaged tissue. Using a concentrate of your body’s own platelets, PRP injections accelerate the healing of injured tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints by promoting new cell growth.

• What conditions benefit from PRP injections?

  Platelet-rich plasma therapy has been shown to hasten recovery after surgery as well as stimulate the healing process for such conditions as:

  • Damaged muscles, tendons and ligaments
  • Osteoarthritis and other types of joint pain
  • Hair loss
  • Skin damage
  • Back pain
  • Neck pain
  • Sexual dysfunction

• What happens during PRP treatment?

  Dr. Rajaratnam begins with a consultation and thorough exam at the California Wellness Institute to determine if PRP injections are the right treatment for you. If it is, he explains the process and determines the number of injections you’ll need.

  Dr. Rajaratnam will start the therapy by drawing a blood sample, which he separates into its various components using a centrifuge. He then may combine your PRP with exosomes to create a serum that’s highly effective in regeneration of your damaged tissue.

  Next is the injection. Depending on the location of the injury or illness, you will receive an anesthetic to ensure your comfort during the injection.

  Each PRP treatment takes less than an hour, and you may need a series of treatments to achieve the desired results.

  The flood of platelets provides your body with an abundance of the growth factors needed for tissue repair, which stimulates and accelerates your own healing response. You may experience some swelling and tenderness as your body’s healing response kicks in. However, within a couple of weeks, you should notice significant improvement. This may include decreased pain and increased mobility.

• How do exosomes work?

  Smaller than a typical human cell, exosomes travel throughout your body signaling dormant stem cells to begin producing the cells required to heal injured or degenerated tissues. They aid in the flow of protein, lipids, and genetic material needed to improve the function and physiology of your body’s own cells.

• What conditions can benefit from exosome therapy?

  Exosomes can be used to treat a variety of conditions that are causing you pain and holding you back from enjoying your life to its fullest. Exosome therapy can be used to treat:

  • Joint pain and dysfunction
  • Cartilage, ligament and tendon damage
  • Knee injuries
  • Meniscus damage
  • Muscle tears
  • Nerve injuries
  • Cartilage degeneration caused by arthritis and other diseases
  • Shoulder conditions, like rotator cuff inflammation or injuries

• What can I expect from exosome therapy?

  First you will meet with Dr. Eugene Rajaratnam who will gather a medical history, evaluate your concerns and perform a comprehensive examination. Once he determines exosome therapy is right for you, he will schedule your session. Treatment takes 30-60 minutes depending upon the area being treated. Most patients experience significant improvement after just one session. You will be able to resume your normal activities immediately after treatment. Exosome treatment is extremely safe with a very low risk of rejection or negative reaction.

  DISCLAIMER: Exosome therapy is not an FDA-approved treatment for any condition or disease and considered experimental. In complying with the law, we are not able to imply or claim that exosome therapy is able to benefit, reverse, or cure any specific disease or degenerative condition. We simply provide exosome therapy as treatment that, when combined with other therapies recommended by your doctor, may improve your quality of life.

• What is organ detoxification?

  Organ detoxification is the process of using evidence-based techniques to assist your body’s natural toxin removal process. There are several ways to accomplish this depending on your specific needs. To determine what is right for you, Dr. Rajaratnam will conduct a comprehensive exam and lab tests. He will inquire about your medical history, general health status and lifestyle. Based on that he will determine the best approach to organ detox, which may include:

  • Colonic hydrotherapy – A gentle rinsing and flushing of your colon that gently removes toxic residue and stagnant feces to restore your digestive function and overall wellness.
  • Chelation therapy – Initially used as a treatment for lead poisoning, chelating medications, delivered intravenously or in pill form, binds to heavy metals and toxins, which are then excreted through your urine.
  • Diet modification – Dr. Rajaratnam can determine what changes you need to make to your diet to detox the organs harboring toxins.

  Depending upon your specific circumstances, Dr. Rajaratnam may recommend one or a combination of detoxing therapies.

• What happens during a colon hydrotherapy session?

  During your first visit, you’ll be asked to complete a health history form and consult with the colon hydrotherapist. From there, the procedure is fairly easy, painless and lasts no more than 45 minutes. First, the hydrotherapist will gently insert a disposable tube into the rectum and begin allowing warm water to slowly enter the colon. The water loosens and flushes out fecal matter, which the hydrotherapist can see through a clear window in the colonic machine. This allows her to observe anything of concern, such as parasites or undigested food. She may carefully massage your abdomen to assist in the elimination of lodged waste. Once the hydrotherapy portion of the process is complete, you will have the opportunity to use the bathroom to release any remaining water and feces.

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