Bluetail Medical Group

08/11/2025

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain for adults, especially those between the ages of 40 and 60. Athletes who put a significant amount of stress on their heels may feel plantar fasciitis at a young age. Plantar fasciitis may affect men and women who stay on their feet for several hours a day, and it can also be a result of wear-and-tear over the years.

Too much tension and stress on the plantar fascia in the arch of your foot can result in small tears in the ligament. This may cause stabbing heel pain or pain across the bottom of your foot, especially noticeable when you first stand up after sitting or begin to walk after getting out of bed in the morning.

Schedule a consult with one of our board-certified physicians to see if our Orthobiologics treatment may be a good fit for you!

08/08/2025

At Bluetail, our goal is to ensure that you get the best possible treatment, and that you get the final say regarding the treatment you will get. We hope that you have an enjoyable and successful treatment experience. Thank you, KG, for this wonderful review, and we're glad to hear about your positive experience with Dr. Podesta!

Dr. Podesta takes care of patients with various ailments and injuries at our location in Naples, FL.

08/05/2025

Our non-surgical orthobiologic treatments may help you recover from joint injuries and more, and ensure that you see the best possible results. Believe in the power of Orthobiologics!

08/01/2025

When this beautiful weather has you excited to get outside and move, the last thing you want is to be sidelined with joint pain. Although joint pain is typically associated with aging, it can affect different age groups at all activity levels.

Preventing joint pain in the first place is ideal, but not always possible. Here are a few tips to keep you active with joint pain. We are also always happy to discuss your activity options during a consult with one of our board-certified physicians!

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07/30/2025

Achilles Tendon injuries often become chronic if left untreated.

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) can help!

The tendons in our feet have a very limited blood supply, which creates a challenging healing environment. PRP contains various growth factors that are essential regulators of injured tissue repair. PRP - pulled from your own blood - is injected using ultrasound guidance @ Bluetail Medical Group.

07/24/2025

Patients with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis are, generally, either eventual or immediate knee replacement candidates. The U.S. is expected to hit 3.5m operations by 2030!

This big surgery, which involves amputation of the existing joint and insertion of a knee replacement device, can result in complications including blood clots, infection, heart attack, stroke, and increased chronic pain. Despite this being such a common procedure, you might be surprised to learn that studies have shown that many patients receive almost no relief and some feel worse after having this surgery. The trend of younger and more active patients having advanced levels of knee OA/surgery is probably driving this increased level of dissatisfaction with quality of life post-surgery.

The good news is that our orthobiologic treatments using your OWN regenerative properties found in your plasma and bone marrow aspirate concentrate (bmac) can often help you either avoid surgery, or at a minimum, delay the need for surgery.

Schedule your consult today with one of our experienced orthopedic physicians!

☎ (636) 778-2900

07/21/2025

🌞 With summer in full force and the hottest week upon us in St. Louis, it can get tough (and potentially dangerous) to get outside and get moving. Sky high temps don't mean your workout plan has to go cold!

1. Start and end s-l-o-w-l-y:
A slow start and cool-down ending is a must when working out during the summer heat.

2. Set a new goal:
Give yourself a temporary goal that is realistic in the heat. Been meaning to increase your daily steps? Strive for multiple short walks in the early morning or dusk.

3. Avoid the intense hours:
The sun is hottest between 10am and 3pm, so try to avoid outside exercise during those hours.

4. Explore indoor exercise:
If you typically rely on outdoor running or long-distance walking as your daily movement, try something new inside. Lap swimming or a group exercise class at the gym are great ways to change it up.

5. Get set with the proper gear:
If you are going to continue outside, choosing the right clothing is crucial to keeping you comfortable in the heat. Choose lightweight, light-colored, sweat-wicking material for exercise clothing and socks. Choose shoes that are lightweight and well-ventilated. And don't forget the UV ray-blocking sunglasses and sunscreen!

6. Stay hydrated:
When the temperatures heat up, we sweat more, which can lead to dehydration. Make sure to drink 16-20oz of fluid an hour or so before exercising and then 6-12oz of fluid every 15 minutes or so while you are outside. When you are finished, drink another 16-24oz to replace the fluid you've lost. Also, consider adding an electrolyte replacement.

7. Listen to your body:
Stop if you are feeling lightheaded or differently than you typically feel while exercising. The risk for heat exhaustion - and in extreme cases, heat stroke - are real.

07/18/2025

Happy Birthday to each of our many employees and friends born in July! We are so grateful for each of you, you are all amazing, and we hope you have the best birthday!

07/15/2025

Platelet-Rich Plasma is harvested from your OWN blood right in the comfort and convenience of our office. After running it through a centrifuge in our state-of-the-art onsite lab, the concentrated platelets are used on their own or in conjunction with cellular therapy to calm inflammation and attract healing properties to the injured tissue.

07/11/2025

Non-surgical treatment for lower back pain and degenerative disc disease (DDD) is available with our regenerative medicine therapies.

The autologous, minimally-manipulated orthobiologics -- PRP and BMAC ((bone marrow aspirate concentrate) -- available @ Bluetail Medical Group are used to treat both with great success.

Schedule a consultation with one of our board-certified physicians to see if our non-surgical orthopedic treatments may be right for you!

☎️ 636.778.2900

07/09/2025

Our expert orthopedic physicians provide patients of all ages with the latest nonsurgical regenerative therapies and rehabilitation treatment options that promote the body's natural ability to heal itself after injury. Individually and as a team, the doctors possess a wealth of knowledge and years of experience in the fields of non-operative sports medicine, regenerative medicine, and regenerative cellular therapy.

Schedule your consult today to see if Regenerative Medicine is right for you!
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07/07/2025

We all know that orthopedic pain can really put a damper on summer fun. Pain can make summer less enjoyable, whether it's keeping you from a vacation hike, off the tennis courts, or from enjoying time with your loved ones.

Orthobiologics can often help ease that pain and improve function without having to rely on medication or surgery! The physicians at Bluetail Medical Group are national leaders in the use of Regenerative Medicine to heal orthopedic injuries and chronic conditions and are experts in the use of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), which comes from your own blood, and bone marrow concentrate (BMC), which comes from your own bone marrow. These non-surgical treatments are performed as outpatient procedures right in the comfort and convenience of our clinics!

If you'd like to learn more, any of our five exceptional physicians can determine if you are a candidate for these cutting-edge treatments!

04/16/2021

Dr. Kristin Oliver was a recent guest on the podcast, Player's Anatomy, where she discussed the use of Regenerative Medicine in orthopedics. You will learn everything you've ever wanted to know about PRP and Stem Cell Therapy in this 30 minute interview, including how she and Dr. Crane got started, the evolution of the treatments, and where she sees the field going in the next 5-10 years!

Dr. Oliver is one of the founders of Bluetail Medical Group - a national leader in the use of Regenerative Medicine using Platelet-Rich-Plasma and Stem Cells from your OWN body to treat orthopedic pain due to chronic conditions and injuries. She and Dr. David Crane see patients in Green Bay in conjunction with Bellin HealthTitletown. Schedule a consultation - either in person or virtual - to discuss your Green Bay-based regenerative medicine plan!

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https://www.buzzsprout.com/1527115/8274794

Today’s episode is an interview with Dr. Kristin Oliver about PRP and Stem Cell therapies. Dr. Oliver takes a deep dive into the current and future state of biologics. If you have any questions for our guest or host please leave a comment on our ...

12/03/2020

Whether you pull your hamstring playing a sport or simply falling, research shows that a single PRP injection combined with a rehab program is significantly more effective in treating hamstring injuries than a rehab program alone.

11/21/2020

Dr. Kristin Oliver and Bluetail Medical Group colleague, Dr. Luga Podesta, are proud to serve alongside a world-class group of regenerative orthopedic physicians on the editorial board for the open access journal, Biologic Orthopedics.

11/21/2020

Dr. Kristin Oliver discusses the dangers of unregulated stem cell clinics and what the FDA is currently doing to better regulate the industry. Dr. Oliver is one of the founders of Bluetail Medical Group - a national leader in the use of Regenerative Medicine using Stem Cells from your OWN body to treat orthopedic pain due to chronic conditions and injuries. She sees patients in Green Bay in conjunction with Bellin Health Titletown and is avialble for a complimentary consultation - either in person or virtual - and Green Bay-based treatment!

Call 920-430-4883 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Oliver!

11/21/2020

11/21/2020

11/20/2020

Stem Cell Therapy, using your OWN stem cells, has been effective in relieving back pain caused by degenerative disc disease for many patients! Unlike other tissues in the body, the spine's discs have a very limited blood supply and are unable to repair themselves. Stem cells inserted (via injection under ultrasound guidance) into a damaged disc help to promote healing and relieve pain.

11/05/2020

If you are living with orthopedic pain due to chronic conditions, such as osteoarthritis, or injury, this event is for you!

📢Important: you must visit our Green Bay, WI partner - Bellin Health - page in order to watch this LIVE and ask questions on Monday. However, if you miss it, we will be posting the video to our own page a little later that afternoon!

Bluetail Medical Group's Dr. Kristin Oliver, nationally recognized regenerative medicine expert, will explain how orthopedic regenerative treatments such as Platelet-Rich Plasma and Stem Cell Therapy (using your OWN stem cells) can promote your body’s natural ability to heal itself without surgery or lengthy downtime and the results you can expect! There will be time for Q&A with Dr. Oliver, so have your questions ready!

10/29/2020

Have you ever found yourself aching but unable to decide if you should go for ice or heat for the best pain relief?

A good general rule of thumb is to use ice for very recent injuries and heat for long-term chronic pain. Ice constricts blood vessels, numbs pain and reduces inflammation - which is what you need for new injuries. Heat, on the other hand, increases blood flow to relax tight muscles and aching joints. Heat can increase inflammation for certain injuries, so give us a call if you are unsure.

ICE:
🌬New injuries
🌬Sprains and strains
🌬Sports injuries
🌬Throbbing headaches
🌬Tendinitis

HEAT:
🔥Arthritis
🔥Muscle spasms
🔥Tendinosis
🔥Muscles & Joints that are stiff due to previous strain or sprain after inflammation is gone

10/23/2020

"Dr . Oliver,
I just wanted to say thank you one more time. This past weekend I finally completed the grand canyon rim to rim hike. We hiked a total of 30 miles over a 21 hour period (with a 6 hour sleep break) Our hiking time was just over 15 hours. My knee held up very well and I had no knee pain during the hike. I attribute this to the stemcells/prp, the arthroscopy (small shave of flap) and a good physical therapist. I honestly do not think I could have completed this without both the BCM/PRP procedure and your guidance!"
- Terry H, PRP/Stem Cell Patient

Dr. Kristin Oliver is a national leader in the field or orthopedic regenerative medicine and provides state-of-the-art autologous Stem Cell therapy and PRP injections in the heart of Green Bay, in partnership with BellinHealth Titletown! Dr. Oliver is accepting new patients and is available for both virtual and in-office consultations!
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10/19/2020

We love hearing from our patients! This was an especially rewarding note to receive, as this patient had been living with so much pain. Schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Kristin Oliver to see if her Regenerative Orthobiologic treatments are a good solution for your orthopedic pain!

10/12/2020

Dr. Kristin Oliver of Bluetail Medical Group was featured on a Facebook Live today with our Green Bay, WI partner - Bellin Health. If you were unable to connect live, you can re-watch the informative segment here. Although there is a a bit of a focus on Green Bay, Dr. Oliver reviews some universally helpful and informative information re: the profound impact that Regenerative Orthopedics (Stem Cell and PRP) can have on your life!
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3403090159915547

10/09/2020

Please join Dr. Kristin Oliver for a Facebook Live event on Monday, Oct. 12th to learn more about how our orthopedic regenerative treatments, such as Platelet-Rich Plasma and Stem Cell Therapy (using your OWN stem cells), can promote your body’s natural ability to heal itself without surgery or lengthy downtime and the results you can expect! There will be time for Q&A with Dr. Oliver, so have your questions ready!

This Facebook Event is being held in conjunction with Bellin Health, our Green Bay, WI partner. Feel free to invite friends who could benefit from our non-surgical orthopedic treatments!
https://www.facebook.com/events/4729570057061058/

09/25/2020

Bluetail Medical Group, a national leader in the field or orthopedic regenerative medicine, is now offering their state-of-the-art autologous Stem Cell therapy and PRP injections in the heart of Green Bay, in partnership with BellinHealth Titletown! Dr. Kristin Oliver is accepting new patients and is available for both virtual and in-office consultations!

☎️920-430-4888

In partnership with Bellin Health Titletown

09/22/2020

Chronic knee, back or joint pain can be debilitating. Not only does it make everyday activities significantly more difficult, but prescription medication to manage the pain can be fraught with side effects that further diminish the quality of life for chronic pain sufferers, including the possibility of addiction to the substance. The cutting-edge treatments, including Stem Cell therapy and Platelet-Rich-Plasma (PRP) injections, are helping chronic pain sufferers to reduce their reliance on pain medications while avoiding the dangers and recovery time associated with surgery. Your OWN stem cells have the ability to improve and possibly even reverse the effects of chronic pain as a result of tissue or joint damage.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Kristin Oliver to discuss your diagnosis and prognosis for using stem cell and PRP treatments to help you avoid surgery and live a life with less pain and fewer drug prescriptions. Regenerative Medicine has helped thousands of patients re-discover what it is to live a life free of chronic pain!

☎️920-430-4888

In partnership with Bellin Health Titletown

09/14/2020

As an alternative to surgery, Regenerative Therapy heals injuries by growing new healthy tissue with the potential to repair damaged tissue. To learn more about Platelet-Rich Plasma injections, prolotherapy, schedule your consultation with Dr. Kristin Oliver today! In partnership with Bellin Health Titletown

☎️920-430-4888

09/08/2020

Dr. Kristin Oliver is partnering with Bellin Titletown Orthopedics & Sports Medicine to offer Regenerative therapies (Stem Cell and PRP) to treat orthopedic injuries and chronic conditions. Learn more!
https://www.bellin.org/titletown-talk/entry/the-role-of-regenerative-medicine-in-sports-medicine?fbclid=IwAR2rhiCusH1GWMb_4b9Q8nVprNJIXTgj5MMPsYANtjHvCSBuB-qSNrdb_pM

Bellin Health System is an integrated health care delivery systems serving Northeastern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

09/07/2020