Advanced Peptide Therapy
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as precise biological signals — directing the body to heal, repair, reduce inflammation, and regenerate tissue. Dr. Bregman incorporates targeted peptide protocols as part of his state-of-the-art regenerative medicine approach.
Unlike broad-spectrum treatments, each peptide has a specific mechanism of action. The right peptide — or combination of peptides — is selected based on the patient's individual condition, goals, and clinical picture.
Why Peptides Are at the Frontier of Regenerative Medicine
The human body already uses peptides as its primary signaling molecules for repair and regeneration. When injury, aging, or disease disrupts these natural signals, the healing process stalls. Therapeutic peptides work by restoring or amplifying these signals — essentially giving the body's own repair systems a targeted boost.
What makes peptide therapy particularly compelling is its precision. Rather than flooding the body with a non-specific growth factor or anti-inflammatory drug, each peptide targets a specific receptor or pathway. This results in more effective outcomes with a favorable safety profile compared to many conventional pharmacological approaches.
Dr. Bregman has integrated peptide therapy into his practice as a natural extension of his regenerative medicine philosophy — using the most advanced tools available to achieve better healing outcomes, faster recovery, and lasting pain relief for his patients.
Clinical Protocols
Peptides Currently Offered
Each peptide below is selected for its specific clinical application. Dr. Bregman will determine candidacy and appropriate protocols during your consultation.
BPC-157
Tissue Repair & Gut HealthBPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) is one of the most studied and clinically applied peptides in regenerative medicine. Originally derived from a protein found in gastric juice, it has demonstrated remarkable tissue-healing properties across multiple organ systems. In foot and ankle care, BPC-157 is particularly valuable for accelerating tendon and ligament repair — including chronic Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fascia injuries, and post-surgical healing. Its gut-healing properties are also relevant given the connection between gut health, systemic inflammation, and lower extremity conditions.
TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4)
Tendon, Ligament & Soft TissueTB-500 is a synthetic version of Thymosin Beta-4, a naturally occurring peptide found in virtually all human cells. It plays a central role in cell migration, proliferation, and differentiation — the fundamental processes of tissue repair. TB-500 is particularly effective for chronic tendon and ligament injuries that have not responded to conventional treatment. It promotes the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis) in damaged tissue, improving nutrient delivery and accelerating the healing cascade. It is often used in combination with BPC-157 for synergistic effect.
GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)
Collagen & Wound HealingGHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding peptide with powerful collagen-stimulating and anti-inflammatory properties. It activates genes involved in tissue remodeling and wound repair, making it particularly useful in post-surgical healing and chronic wound management. In the context of foot and ankle surgery, GHK-Cu supports the quality of scar tissue formation, reduces post-operative inflammation, and promotes the regeneration of healthy connective tissue. It is also used topically in wound care protocols for diabetic foot ulcers and post-surgical incision management.
KPV
Anti-InflammationKPV is a tripeptide (Lysine-Proline-Valine) derived from alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It is one of the most potent anti-inflammatory peptides currently in clinical use. KPV works by directly inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines and modulating immune cell activity. It is particularly effective for conditions driven by systemic or localized inflammation — including nerve pain, inflammatory arthritis of the foot and ankle, and post-surgical inflammatory responses. Its gut-calming properties also make it useful in patients whose lower extremity symptoms are exacerbated by gut-driven systemic inflammation.
ARA-290
Nerve Repair & Neuropathic PainARA-290 is a peptide analogue of erythropoietin (EPO) that has been specifically engineered to target the innate repair receptor (IRR) — a receptor expressed on damaged nerve tissue. Unlike EPO itself, ARA-290 has no effect on red blood cell production, making it safe for clinical use without the risks associated with EPO therapy. ARA-290 has demonstrated significant efficacy in clinical trials for small fiber neuropathy and diabetic peripheral neuropathy, reducing pain scores and improving nerve fiber density. This makes it a highly relevant option for Dr. Bregman's peripheral nerve patients who are not yet surgical candidates or who are recovering from nerve decompression surgery.
CJC / Ipamorelin
Growth Hormone & Muscle RecoveryCJC-1295 combined with Ipamorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide stack that stimulates the pituitary gland to produce and release growth hormone in a pulsatile, physiologic manner. This combination is widely used in regenerative and anti-aging medicine for its ability to accelerate tissue repair, improve muscle mass and strength, reduce body fat, and enhance overall recovery. In the context of foot and ankle surgery, optimizing growth hormone levels can meaningfully accelerate bone healing, tendon repair, and post-operative recovery — particularly in older patients or those with metabolic conditions that impair natural healing.
Retatrutide
Weight Loss, Anti-Inflammation & SleepRetatrutide is a next-generation triple agonist peptide (GLP-1/GIP/glucagon receptor) currently in advanced clinical trials. It represents the leading edge of metabolic medicine, demonstrating superior weight loss outcomes compared to currently approved GLP-1 agents. Beyond weight reduction, Retatrutide exhibits meaningful anti-inflammatory properties and has been associated with improved sleep quality. For foot and ankle patients, weight reduction directly reduces mechanical load on the feet and joints, while the anti-inflammatory effects can improve outcomes in conditions such as plantar fasciitis, osteoarthritis, and peripheral neuropathy. Note: Retatrutide is currently considered investigational and is not yet FDA-approved.
DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide)
Sleep OptimizationDSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide) is a naturally occurring neuropeptide that promotes deep, restorative delta-wave sleep. Quality sleep is not merely a comfort issue — it is a biological necessity for tissue repair, immune function, and pain modulation. Research has demonstrated that poor sleep amplifies pain perception, slows healing, and increases inflammatory markers. For patients recovering from foot and ankle surgery or managing chronic nerve pain, optimizing sleep architecture with DSIP can meaningfully improve both healing outcomes and quality of life. Dr. Bregman's holistic approach to patient care recognizes sleep as a critical, often overlooked, component of recovery.
Surgical Enhancement
Peptides Used Before, During & After Surgery to Reduce Pain, Swelling, and Speed Recovery
One of the most exciting frontiers in regenerative surgery is the intraoperative application of biologics and peptides — applied directly to the surgical site at the time of the procedure. Dr. Bregman incorporates this approach to give patients the best possible foundation for healing from the moment the wound is closed.
Peptides such as BPC-157, GHK-Cu, and TB-500 can be applied locally to tendon repairs, nerve decompression sites, and bone osteotomy sites during minimally invasive surgery. This primes the tissue for accelerated repair, reduces the post-operative inflammatory cascade, and supports higher-quality scar tissue formation — meaning less pain, faster recovery, and better long-term outcomes.
This integration of regenerative biologics with surgical technique represents the state of the art in foot, ankle, and nerve surgery — and is a defining feature of how Dr. Bregman approaches operative care.
Important Clinical Notes
- • Some peptides listed here are considered investigational and are not yet FDA-approved for specific indications. Dr. Bregman will discuss the regulatory status of any peptide during your consultation.
- • Peptide therapy is not appropriate for all patients. Candidacy is determined based on your specific condition, medical history, and treatment goals.
- • Peptide protocols are typically not covered by insurance and are offered as out-of-pocket services.
- • All peptides used in this practice are sourced from licensed compounding pharmacies that comply with USP standards.
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