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Andrew Pope
Nov 8, 20243 min read
**Introducing Shockwave Therapy at BlueFire PRP: Effective Healing and Pain Relief for Tendonitis and Arthritis**
At BlueFire PRP, we’re committed to providing advanced, evidence-based treatments that empower our clients to live pain-free, healthy...
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Andrew Pope
Jul 4, 20244 min read
Freedom and American Exceptionalism: The Case for Direct Primary Care
America has long been celebrated for its commitment to individual freedom and innovation, a combination often referred to as American...
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Andrew Pope
Jun 9, 20242 min read
Hormone Replacement Therapy: A Journey from Deficiency to Optimization, and Why Lifestyle Should Come First
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has a long and fascinating history. Initially, its focus was clear: to address pathologic...
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Andrew Pope, MD
May 19, 20243 min read
The Benefits of GLP-1 Medications: Revolutionizing Weight Loss and Health Management
The landscape of weight management and metabolic health has been transformed by the advent of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1)...
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Andrew Pope
Nov 30, 20232 min read
Understanding and Conquering Foot Pain: A Comprehensive Guide to Plantar Fasciitis
Foot pain, especially from conditions like plantar fasciitis, can be a persistent and limiting issue. As a physician, I'm here to provide...
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Andrew Pope, MD
Jan 31, 20232 min read
Will An Antibiotic Cure My Cold?
As a society, we have come to rely heavily on antibiotics to treat any and all infections that come our way. However, antibiotics are not...
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Andrew Pope, MD
Dec 23, 20222 min read
BlueFire Med: The Primary Care Solution That You Have Been Hoping For.
BlueFire Med is a direct primary care practice located in Manhattan, KS that is revolutionizing the way primary care is delivered. We...
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Andrew Pope
Dec 23, 20222 min read
PRP: A Treatment For Arthritis That Is Better And Safer Than Cortisone
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a cutting-edge treatment option for individuals suffering from arthritis, joint pain, and tendinopathy....
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Andrew Pope, MD
Jan 21, 20221 min read
PRP: Shots for Soldiers
For the past several months, I have been fortunate to have been asked to help with a program, shotsforsoldiers.org, a non-profit that...
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Andrew Pope
Dec 3, 20213 min read
Arthritis and Knee Pain...What are my options?
If you are one of the over 14 million people who currently suffer from knee arthritis, you have undoubtedly noticed a negative impact on...
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Andrew Pope
Nov 23, 20212 min read
Resveratrol: Promotes stem cell proliferation, differentiation and a host of other benefits
Resveratrol has been gaining increasing popularity as of late. Most people, when they learn about its positive effects and that it can be...
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Andrew Pope
Nov 23, 20214 min read
Plantar Fasciitis: What is it and how do I treat it?
Plantar Fasciitis is estimated to lead to over 1 million doctor's visits per year. It is painful and can be debilitating if not addressed...
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Andrew Pope, MD
Nov 18, 20214 min read
Is PRP, aka platelet rich plasma, better than cortisone and hyaluronic acid for knee arthritis?
PRP or platelet rich plasma has been around since the 1970s. It wasn't until the past several years that it has started to gain traction...
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Andrew Pope, MD
Nov 16, 20213 min read
Best Supplements for Arthritis
Have you been to the store or googled which supplements are best for arthritis or joint pain? The options are endless and the packaging...
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Andrew Pope
Nov 1, 20214 min read
JointLife Supplement: A novel approach to an old problem
As a physician, I have seen and treated countless people over the past decade for various issues arising from almost every joint in the...
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Andrew Pope
Oct 21, 20215 min read
What is arthritis and is my joint pain and inflammation related, and what can I do about it?
This blog covers arthritis and joint pain, its causes, and what can be done to help support the affected joints.
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Andrew Pope
Dec 31, 20209 min read
A “Natural” Approach to Improving Your Health
America is in a crisis. No, I am not talking about Covid-19 nor am I talking about politics. I am referring to a health crisis of...
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Andrew Pope
Nov 29, 20204 min read
An Attitude of Gratitude
2020 has been a year for the record books. We have lived through one of the most turbulent times in recent memory and we still have a way...
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Andrew Pope, MD
Oct 1, 20205 min read
Exercise: How much is enough?
Physical activity is potent medicine, and it doesn’t take all that much of it to derive the maximum cardiovascular benefit. You don’t...
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BlueFire Med
Sep 13, 20195 min read
Do I Need Antiobiotics?
We have all been there. The inevitable cough, congestion, fatigue, aches, chills and fever that hits when you can least afford to be...
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