GH/IGF-1, and particularly IGF-1, play various roles in neurons such as neuroprotection, mitochondrial protection, antioxidant defence, and reduction in CNS inflammation (431)
The best results come from catching small nerve damage early, fixing the root causes (like blood sugar control), avoiding toxins, and starting therapies that protect or rebuild nerves
By the end of treatment, the patient reported much less pain, improved walking ability, and reduced reliance on medications (Chiropractic, 2025)
Unknown long-term effects Research deficiencies also mean a lack of information about the long term effects these substances may have on human bodies
It is not currently on most banned substance lists
It represents a precautionary approach given limited long-term data rather than a response to documented concerns