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Your brain has the power to heal itself and your body, but it may need some help from our brain spa. Our proprietary brain spa includes four innovative experiences to optimize your brain’s function and cognition.

If your pain is constant or recurrent, disrupts your life for months or years, or causes a chain reaction of subsequent symptoms — it’s chronic. Here’s how we treat chronic pain with functional, integrative, and naturopathic medicine.

A gap year can be so much more than experience gained from traveling the world. For some it means getting real world work experience.

You can’t stop time, but you can control your skin’s response to it by tapping into your body’s healing powers. Read on to learn how microneedling coaxes your skin to repair itself.

Learn about lifestyle changes and a non-invasive treatment that can effectively reduce the inflammation caused by BPH.

Yoga by OWM at OWM Integrative Wellness is the only WNY studio to offer the unique Iyengar-based Great Wall suspension system. New demos and a restorative wall yoga class are available this spring.

Learn about a technology that has proven to detect even the smallest cancers missed by mammograms.

As winter gives way to spring, the deer ticks in Buffalo, New York, or anywhere in Western New York are abundant and active. And many of them carry Lyme disease — a serious bacterial infection. If you get bitten, early treatment is critical. Here’

Naturopathic medicine represents an effort to improve patient outcomes and redirect the course of chronic diseases with its patient-centered approach - longer patient visits, self-care recommendations, along with many non-drug/non-surgical options.

Think medication and surgery are the only treatments for joint pain? Think again. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a drug-free and noninvasive way to heal your joints from within using the power of your own blood. Here’s how it works.

Low energy, moodiness, weight gain, and brain fog point to out-of-balance hormones. If you’re cautious about synthetic replacements, we’ve got great news about a better option — bioidentical hormones.

Unsightly sweat stains regardless of the temperature? Embarrassing body odor? Ineffective deodorant? If any of these things sound familiar, then you might be dealing with axillary hyperhidrosis, more commonly known as excessive underarm sweating.

Some women may be more apt to get false results from their mammograms. Learn more about how these breast cancer screenings can sometimes not get the full picture.

When we think about cancer prevention, physical interventions that are known disease preventers, such as diet and exercise, may be the first things to come to mind. However, our mental well-being also plays a major role in cancer prevention and our..

It’s estimated that 1 in every 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women worldwide, giving us good reason every October to raise awareness for the impact of this...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, an annual effort to increase consciousness and knowledge on the prevention, screening, and treatment of breast cancer. Almost everyone knows someone who has been affected by breast cancer, and it’s estimated...

Mold is found everywhere in our environment, and humans have coexisted with it for thousands of years. But when it comes to mold, there are both good and bad varieties.

Our mental health is equally as important as our physical health, yet it’s one of the most neglected areas of healthcare. Both physical and mental health have a cause-and-effect relationship with each other,...

As we age, we may start to notice our hair shedding faster than it once did. Hair loss is a common issue for many people in the United States, affecting both men and women. It can have a significant impact on a person’s self-confidence and social life.

Dr. Howes was recently a guest on Robbie Raugh’s “The Raw Truth”, as part of her weekly radio show on WDCX Radio.

What Is Brain Fog? More and more often, patients are presenting to doctors’ offices complaining of difficulty with concentration, word-finding, and short-term memory. These symptoms are often described as “brain fog.”

You might refer to it as “age spots” or “sun spots”, but an uneven complexion is one of the top skin-related frustrations that many people encounter.

For thousands of years, mankind has been on a quest for the legendary “Fountain of Youth”. While we haven’t quite discovered this mythical fountain, modern developments in anti-aging medicine may just hold the key to reversing the aging process.

The hip is one of the most stable joints in the human body. It allows important motion in the legs, gives the body balance, and of course its primary role, which is serving as the body’s largest weight-bearing joint.

Many of us live fast-paced lifestyles which are bombarded daily with stressors such as work and family demands, processed food, and not nearly enough sleep. We are constantly multi-tasking.

Many of us live fast-paced lifestyles which are bombarded daily with stressors such as work and family demands, processed food, and not nearly enough sleep. We are constantly multi-tasking.

Worry, fear and sadness are natural, human emotions that we all experience from time to time. But what does it mean when these feelings linger longer than a few days or weeks?

This blog post is a departure from the previous informational posts I have written. It is intended as a reflection on the state of medicine today in this great country of ours.

Many of us live fast-paced lifestyles which are bombarded daily with stressors such as work and family demands, processed food, and not nearly enough sleep.

Tennis elbow, Jumper’s knee, and Swimmer’s shoulder – what do all of these conditions have in common? Aside from being common injuries for athletes, all of these conditions involve chronic pain as a result of tendon inflammation.

Have you ever purchased a new skincare product only to be disappointed with the results? Are those products now collecting dust in the back of your medicine cabinet? Shopping for the perfect skincare regimen can be intimidating, not to mention, expensive.

Summer is here, and for many, this means more time spent outside. While warmer weather and longer days allow us to enjoy more outdoor activities this also comes with increased exposure to the sun’s UVA and UVB rays.

Modern medicine has excelled at understanding and treating acute illness and life-threatening conditions. Unfortunately, its ability to treat chronic illness is abysmal.

There’s no easy way to say this, but America’s healthcare system is in a crisis. It’s estimated that over 27 million people are without health insurance, and those who do have it often pay sky-high premiums for sub-par care.

It’s estimated that over 23 million people in America are currently living with one of the over 100 known autoimmune diseases. Some commonly known autoimmune disorders are Rheumatoid Arthritis, Crohn’s disease, Psoriasis, and Multiple Sclerosis.

There are seemingly thousands of skincare ingredients on the market all promising to provide eternal youth and aesthetic beauty to the face and body. It’s easy to get lost in the marketing hype of the next best ingredient.

Dr. Kaplan was recently a guest on Robbie Raugh’s “The Raw Truth”, as part of her weekly radio show on WDCX Radio.

Over the last couple of years, more and more people have been looking into ways to improve their overall physical and mental health. This might include boosting immunity, calming the mind, and sharpening brainpower...

In the late winter months, do you feel like your skin looks less vibrant and refreshed than in Summer, and your normal skincare routine doesn’t seem to be working the same as it used to?

As we wind our way through the uncertainties and stressful times of recurring COVID-19 variant spikes, one thing is consistently being reported: some folks are just not getting better after their bodies dealt with an acute COVID infection.

Dr. Kaplan was recently a guest on Robbie Raugh’s “The Raw Truth”, as part of her weekly radio show on WDCX Radio.

Spring is finally here and as the days begin to get longer and warmer many of us to begin to pay more attention to our physical appearance. This might be because we tend to show more skin in the sunny Spring and Summer months.

The human body has the amazing ability to heal itself after an injury. This is why bruises fade, and a small cut or scrape will usually heal without medical care. However, when the injury is more involved and tissue is damaged;...

In the last few years, celebrity-touted “vampire facials” have been growing in popularity. Especially on social media where you can find some scary-looking selfies revealing blood-smeared faces at the medi-spa.

Rotator cuff is a collection of four muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. The tendons fuse with the ligaments of the joint to form a supportive capsule.

You may have heard Vitamin D being referred to as the “sunshine” vitamin, and there’s a good reason for this. When the skin is exposed to UVB rays from the sun it produces Vitamin D in the body.

On a daily basis, we are exposed to unhealthy microbes that could potentially cause infectious diseases. This is especially true from December through March, which is considered peak cold and flu season.

The challenges of low back pain are ubiquitous. The reality is that by the time we reach the age of 45, 35% of us will have experienced debilitating low back pain.

It might not feel like it now, but warmer weather is just around the corner. Pretty soon we will be able to trade our winter clothing layers for warm weather attire like shorts, tank tops and bathing suits.

Wintertime brings shorter days, colder temperatures, dry indoor air and for many, dull and dehydrated skin. Skin care routines that seem to work well for us in the summer and fall suddenly seem to stop working.

As we grow older we become wiser, we know ourselves better, and have better decision making capabilities than when we were younger. However, not many people want to look their age. Just look at the thousands of anti-aging products on the market.

Feeling tired from time to time is very normal for many people. Especially for those who are trying to balance a life full of work, family, home, school and social obligations. It can drain your energy if you don’t give yourself a break once in a while. 

From computer screens and smartphones, to e-readers and televisions, we all get our fair share of screen time. And thanks to these technologies, we live in a time when we have the ability to be more connected than ever.

An amazing package of treatments that makes the skin more vibrant and youthful at any age!

The human brain is both complex and undoubtedly remarkable. It’s responsible for an endless number of processes such as; controlling our physical movements, vital functions like breathing and circulation, storing memories, and managing our thoughts and...

The holiday season is coming to a close and a brand new year is upon us. The new year is a perfect time to reflect on the past year and to start creating new goals for the upcoming months.

When we think about skin-health goals, most of us desire a more youthful and radiant appearance. Targeting fine lines and wrinkles tends to be the first thing we focus on when looking to achieve fresh-faced skin.

When you think of meditation, you may think of a yogi sitting in a crossed legged pose with their palms facing up on each knee. While this is a popular meditation position, the truth is that meditation can be done while sitting, laying down,...

Women, in particular are very aware of the role that hormones play in our everyday health. Beginning with puberty and continuing through adulthood, our monthly menstrual cycle and fluctuating hormones affect how we feel on a daily basis.

The topic of aging and sexual health is frequently considered a taboo subject. Oftentimes, people don’t want to consider the fact that they are getting older and confront the changes that accompany that fact.

There is no doubt that hormones affect almost every aspect of our health. Produced by the Endocrine System, these chemical messengers are involved with various functions in the body such as reproductive health, metabolism, heart rate, sleep cycles, and str

Let’s face it, dealing with excess body hair can be tedious and embarrassing for both women and men alike. This is why laser hair removal has been all-the-rage since its commercial introduction in 1997.

People are all familiar with the important role sex hormones play in women’s reproduction. Some may be aware of sex hormones’ influence on libido. Many physicians prescribe synthetic estrogen and progestin for irregular menstrual periods, headache,...

If you are fortunate, then you might not be familiar with the common manifestations of neuropathy. However, if you are one of the 20 million Americans affected by this condition each year, then you are probably well aware of the pain and discomfort...

As our society continues to advance with technological breakthroughs and our healthcare system gets better at life-saving measures and procedures, it appears that chronic, non-life-threatening conditions are becoming more neglected.

Our gut has more influence on our overall health and well-being than you might think. Sometimes referred to as the “second brain”, the gut is responsible for many symptoms in the body; energy levels, mood, cognitive function and endurance...

Ketamine is a synthetic anesthetic that was designed for surgical procedures in the 60s to allow smoother transition from a fully awake state into a state of general anesthesia and back out of general anesthesia to being fully awake.

We all experience days, and sometimes even weeks, when we might not feel our best mentally. Feelings of sadness and anxious thoughts, for one reason or another, are all normal experiences relating to the human condition.

There’s no denying that professional athletes are on top of their game when it comes to the latest advances in physical performance and recovery. However, more and more athletes, of all levels, have been searching for ways to improve their strength,...

Chronic illness is a broad category that includes a variety of conditions stemming from multiple sources. What all chronic medical conditions have in common is that they typically are not in themselves a cause of death...

When many people hear the word ‘aging’, they tend to visualize physical characteristics such as gray hair and wrinkles. However, the effects of aging are much more than skin deep.

At this time of year, the days are getting shorter, and the temperatures are becoming cooler. Many people look forward to this season known as autumn. And what’s not to like about it?

We all want to be our best, our optimal selves. Unfortunately, as we age, many of our body’s internal functions that we rely on to optimize our health undergo a decline.

Our blood contains blood cells and platelets, with the former playing a vital role in the body’s healing process. These platelets contain hundreds of growth factors that are beneficial in the healing process.

Skin rejuvenation is a growing trend in the skin care industry. For those people who are looking to combat skin damage such as fine lines and wrinkles, skin rejuvenation can help you achieve amazing results using non-invasive methods.

If you spent your younger days out in the sun without protection, you may have begun noticing signs of skin damage. However, thanks to the advancement in medical technology, you can now successfully reverse this damage – with minimal downtime.

As the largest organ in the body and your first defense against toxins, your skin is vital to your health and is the first thing others see when forming a first impression.

A SLAP tear acronym stands for superior labrum anterior posterior. It is one of the most common athletic shoulder injuries in ball, stick and racquet sports. This injury can be a result of single traumatic event or trauma from repetitive overhead reaching.

Tissue Support Therapy is now used aggressively to address vast health problems, including arthritis. This approach is part of a continually advancing specialty known as regenerative medicine, focused on replacing dead or injured body parts naturally.

As we age, it’s only natural that some of the vital body processes will start to slow down and become altered. When the body’s nerves age or are damaged they can become more painful and sensitive, but transmit messages to and from the brain more slowly,...

The human body can naturally heal itself after an injury. That’s why a bruise on the skin quickly recovers, and broken bones mend in six weeks.

Stem cells sound like something developed by a genius in a sci-fi movie –complete with green serums contained in big syringes. But they are anything but fiction. They could be the medical world’s saving grace when it comes to incurable diseases.

Getting consistent, good sleep is just as important for your health as good nutrition and regular exercise. Sleep is one of the foundational pieces to overall wellness and contributes to helping you exercise better, eat less, and enjoy an overall healthier

Our body is naturally created to fight off infections and illnesses through our immune system. Our immune system is a complex network of proteins and cells that keep a record of every germ it has defeated.

A new study, published in January of this year, revealed the deep link between the food we eat, our gut microbiology, and our overall health. The study was a product of international scientists from 10 different institutions...

Most of us don’t consciously think about every breath we take, but breathing actually has a significant impact on our health. Adults take around 12-20 breaths per minute. Have you ever stopped to see how you feel when taking those breaths? 

As we get older, our joints and ligaments can become stiffer and less flexible. And when ligament attachments are stretched, torn, or fragmented, our joints become hypermobile and painful.

Cortisol, known as the main stress hormone in humans, plays a variety of critical functions in the body. This hormone is produced in two ways according to our circadian rhythm:

According to the Mayo Clinic, “Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you’re sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgment.

The information presented in this article and all articles preceding it is an opinion of one informed medical professional, Dr. Leonard Kaplan. It does not constitute medical advice or prescription. 

The steps you take after a workout can be just as important as the workout itself. When you work out, you create tiny tears in your muscles; as your body repairs them, they grow stronger.

You’re invited to join us for a FREE seminar presented by Dr. Leonard Kaplan about Stem Cell and PRP Treatments for Hips & Knees problems! The Seminar will take place on October 27, 6-7 PM at 626-6301 S. Elmwood Ave and on Facebook live!.

Free TRIBELLA Treatment  Back by popular demand!! Save big on the most effective skin rejuvenation treatment out there

As we adjust to our new normal to prevent the spread of COVID-19, face mask use has become a part of our daily lifestyle. An unintended consequence of constant face mask use is the increase in acne.

What’s special about our Great Yoga Wall is that the techniques assist in taking strain and pressure off unstable and/or overused joints. The Great Yoga Wall also caters to alignment and correcting postures so you experience a greater depth of yoga...

We are so excited to reopen, and we cannot wait to get back to your treatments! Our reopening date is Monday, June 22nd. Unfortunately, with the new guidelines, only certain treatments are permitted during this phase.

OWM is now offering NAD IV, IV Ozone, and Ketamine IV NAD IV NAD is a key component of every living cell. As we age NAD is depleted and needs to be supplemented. 

Based on NYS phases we should be opening soon! We cannot wait to get back to your treatments!

Based on NYS phases we should be opening soon! We cannot wait to get back to your treatments!

Dr Kaplan is now part of a prestigious group of advanced regenerative medicine doctors. This group is headed by Dr Matt Cook, a leader in regenerative and integrative wellness medicine.

Dr Leonard Kaplan www.owmbuffalo.com PRP Helps Where Conventional Medicine Fails In Natural Treatment For Joint Injuries

We are always looking for ways to stave off effects of aging. The aging of our skin is obviously the first on our list. As the skin ages it suffers from a combination of a gradual decline in function over time and exposure to various elements...

Low back pain has been with us since we decided to stand up and walk upright. In this blog I will outline the main sources of pain in the low back and describe traditional and holistic treatment options available for this ubiquitous condition.

At this point, most men are aware of the more obvious physical benefits of the mind-body practice of yoga: increased flexibility, better endurance, injury prevention, but there are even greater benefits to men’s health below the surface...

As the summer gets on the way and we head to the beach two issues frequently become exposed, that pesky unwanted hair and the stretchmarks that look so much brighter and bigger in the sun light!

The phrase anti-aging has been seen more in the news and the media recently and will no doubt continue to be prominent in the years to come. So, what does it mean?

ith all the attention to women’s skin health, it’s easy to forget that men’s skin benefits from the same care and wrinkle prevention. Guys that take care of their skin and actively work on wrinkle reduction, look younger, have increased confidence,...

Nutrition is defined as the process of providing or obtaining food necessary for health and growth. The human body requires macronutrients and micronutrients in order to sustain function.

As the generation Xers are approaching late middle age, many of them are asking the same question: how do we continue to maintain an active life style and age without getting old?

Osteopathic Wellness Medicine of Western New York is excited to announce the latest addition to our regenerative and anti-aging services. Our Jacuzzi full spectrum infrared sauna is now operational!

Ten•seg•ri•ty (ten-seg’ri-tē) is a concept of muscular-skeletal relationships based on the work of architect Buckminster Fuller. It refers to the forces of tension (provided by muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia)...

As the human species evolved, we distanced ourselves from our animal ancestors by becoming hunters and gatherers. We roamed and foraged.

Medical care, as we know it is in crisis. The high quality personalized health care that this great country of ours has been known for, is heading straight for extinction. Small private practices are closing and physicians are joining hospitals at a record

As physicians we have entered an era of impersonal care and have moved as far away from building relationships with our patients as possible.

Specialized attention and a guarantee you will always see the same provider are the two top benefits of concierge wellness. For OWM patients, it means access to a comprehensive suite of resources for progressing from your current state...

You know you need to exercise but it’s difficult to find time and there’s always the question of whether your efforts are beneficial. You are looking for the maximum return on your time investment.

Chondrogenic Effect of Intra-articular Hypertonic-Dextrose (Prolotherapy) in Severe Knee Osteoarthritis

Multiple news sources last week reported on a physical phenomenon labeled as a “dormant butt syndrome”. This is a condition where postural muscles become deconditioned from too much sitting and cause problems in the lower back, knees, and hips.

The soft connective tissue, located just under the skin, is a white membrane that wraps and connects the muscles, bones and blood vessels of the body. Soft tissue is also called fascia.

Winter is finally coming to a close and we are beginning to see hints of Spring on the way. You know what that means…it’s time for spring cleaning! Every year, right around March or April, many of us feel motivated to tidy up our surroundings.

Spring marks the opening of “outdoor walking season” in western New York. Like any other activity, walking has its own specific injury profile often involving the foot and ankle.

Prolotherapy is injection of any substance that promotes growth of normal cells, tissues, or organs. Prolotherapy is performed in all major hospitals but not by the name prolotherapy.

After working 10 years in a traditional musculoskeletal practice, Dr. Leonard Kaplan started a venture aimed at preventive medicine and wellness.

In my experience teaching, I have found that many people who come to practice yoga are not really sure what yoga is all about or have a misconception that yoga is a form of physical fitness.

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the necessary spaces that act as tunnels for the nervous tissue of the spine and its blood supply. It’s more common after age 50 but we see it in younger patients as well.

The Glycemic Index: The importance of using it daily with intention of improving your nutrition.

Concierge medicine is a term that has been coming up a lot lately, but that doesn’t really mean it’s new. It is actually quite old, and modeled after what physicians were like years ago,...

Study shows significant pain reduction and improvement in function Clinical and MRI Outcomes After Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis