People call her the “pain magician.” Dr. Lisa Barr, with the Barr Center for Innovative Pain & Regenerative Therapies, returns to the Hampton Roads Show to share some of her new tricks to eliminate pain and help people get back to living life. Barr Center offers many non-surgical treatments to relieve pain, including regenerative therapies—effective and more natural ways for the body to heal. Dr. Barr shares more about the healing power and benefits of Prolozone Therapy. Delivered by an injection, it supports the body’s natural healing power with a dose of ozone to address underlying cau ..read more

It is no secret that oxygen is central to life. But it is not just the act of breathing that is essential. We need oxygen flowing through every cell in our body to function, stay healthy and keep moving. Equally important is the role that oxygen plays in supporting the body’s natural healing processes. Without sufficient oxygen, we lack the critical building blocks our body needs to repair itself, resulting in discomfort and physical limitations. In addition, trauma and age-related degeneration often lead to pain, inflammation and spasm, which can reduce mobility and blood flow in and aroun ..read more

Throughout her 40-year medical career, Dr. Lisa Barr, a pain management doctor and author, has helped countless patients overcome debilitating physical pain. As the founder and medical director of the Barr Center for Innovative Pain and Regenerative Therapies in Virginia Beach, she provides non-opioid, nonsurgical treatments that address the source of painful conditions such as neck, hip, back, and knee joint pain. Her patients and colleagues call her the “Pain Magician,” and she is going to share some of the root causes of pain and the innovative ways she helps her patients overcome it ..read more

Many people consult me about the best way to manage their chronic pain. It’s true; my passion lies in assessing each patient and finding the best solution to resolve their pain–whether it’s a herniated disc, torn tendon, inhibiting scar tissue or a weak muscle. Sometimes, however, the root cause of their pain lies deeper. When this is the case, we have to employ more comprehensive testing to identify why they have persistent pain, inflammation or autoimmunity. This approach to more complex pain resolution is often referred to as Functional Medicine (FM). FM holds the keys to a deeper underst ..read more

Devoting time to care for yourself each day can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care steps – such as taking a moment to de-stress, moving and exercising more, preparing healthier meals and not cheating on sleep – can all benefit your heart. And that’s a good thing. Heart disease is largely preventable and focusing on improving your heart health has never been more important. Heart disease is a leading cause of death for women and men in the United States, and many Americans remain at risk of getting it, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood In ..read more

Whether it’s from everyday deadlines, financial struggles or health concerns, stress shows up often in life. And your body reacts to it: your heart rate increases, your blood vessels narrow—and over time, these little blows can add up and do damage to your health, particularly your heart. With chronic stress, you’re more likely to have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, obesity and poor sleep. Even other parts of your body – from your lungs to your gut – can take a hit. But while you can’t always limit the amount of stress in your life, you can work on changing how you respond to ..read more

January is National CBD Month, a recognition worth honoring every day for this wellness breakthrough that has helped countless people live healthier lives. Short for cannabidiol, CBD is a beneficial compound found in marijuana. This substance is being studied as a potential treatment for a litany of maladies. One of the reasons CBD is so promising is due to its unique combination of safety and effectiveness. CBD works by modulating the endocannabinoid system affecting the brain, gut, immune and nervous systems. Unlike its counterpart THC, CBD does not alter the mind or cause addiction. This ..read more

Our patients sometimes ask: PRP vs Stem Cells,  which is the best solution for my pain situation.  Stem cells and platelets work together in your body, complementing one another as they heal injuries and diseases. At the Barr Center, under the direction of Dr. Lisa Barr, we have the option of treating you with several types of regenerative medicine therapies, depending on the nature of your condition and the severity of your pain. Here’s a rundown of the differences between stem cells and platelets (in the form of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or platelet-rich fibrin matrix (PRFM). Keep ..read more

Oxalate Crystals: An Often-Overlooked Pain and Detox Mystery Like many people during the first year of Covid, my diet and activity level changed dramatically. Considerable Covid stress plus the uncertainties of opening a new medical practice during those crazy times threw my regular routine into a tailspin. I feel compelled to share my personal story about pain, oxalates and how I overcame this pain condition. Stress eating meant eating handfuls of nuts and bags of Five Guys French fries, daily cravings of chocolate and of course sugar. I also ordered extra spinach and kale on my gluten free p ..read more

Many of our patients ask, “What is the Best Treatment for Arthritis in Lower Back?”  Pain, stiffness, and soft tissue tightness are common symptoms of arthritis of the spine. Some people even feel painful soft tissue nodules over their inflamed joints. Arthritis of the neck and back impacts people’s quality of life affecting 85% of people over the age of 60. While wear and tear takes its toll as we age, even young people experience pain from arthritis in these areas. Typically, in younger people, arthritis of the back and neck is due to trauma, sports injuries or overuse. People at any ag ..read more