Highlights from this episode include: Working in “regenerative medicine” and what that really means Dr. Patel’s interest: Musculoskeletal medicine From artist to doctor, teaching the body to heal itself What is “prolotherapy”? When should someone consider prolotherapy? Specific uses for prolotherapy What is platelet-rich plasma? What is the difference in different PRPs? When PRP is useful and when it isn’t Choosing a provider On cortisone shots What about stem cells? Different types of stem cell sources  Treatment vs surgery Treatment challenges and rewards Do the sufferers of chronic pain benefit? The paracrine effect explained Using the body’s own natural processes Exercise is still important, there are no magic bullets Resources for more info 

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Dr. Shounuck Patel, DO on Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy

If you’ve heard of PRP (platelet-rich therapy), or prolotherapy, or even stem cell therapy you’ll want to listen to this episode as Dr. Patel discusses what they are, and what to look for when seeking a provider. Are these therapies right for you?

 Transitioning from dance to physical therapy to pilates Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute  What is clinical pilates? What is the difference between clinical pilates and general pilates? Benefits of a pilates instructor who is also a healthcare professional When to use clinical pilates Exercise component When can you see results? Increased body awareness Clinical pilates while pregnant What is doming? Who would not benefit from clinical pilates? Starting age Common pilates myths Referrals Resources for more info 

Dr. Kirsten Roberts on Clinical Pilates

What is clinical pilates? If you've ever considered this question, you'll want to listen as Dr. Kirsten Roberts discusses the basics and benefits of it. Could you benefit from clinical pilates? Listen to find out!

Show Notes Functional medicine is looking at the root cause of disease, patients want a complete diagnostic, a total view to find what is truly causing issues vs. acute care A timeline helps patients understand their personal health history Our awareness of gut bacteria has grown, the environment there is sometimes called “brain in your gut” Fragrances can disrupt the endocrine system Everyone should take a good probiotic, fish oil, and multivitamin An elimination diet isn’t sustainable, it lasts a month It’s important to have “me” time Links: Facebook group: Sarah Belcher Functional Medicine and Physical Therapy. Instagram: @fingerprint_wellness All 4 Health Wellness Center 

Sarah Belcher on Functional Medicine and Patient Care

Sarah Belcher is a UK-based physical therapist who discusses a variety of topics related to functional medicine, physical therapy, and managing patient care over time. Also, Sarah discusses supplements and foods that are beneficial.

Welcome to the Stay Healthy Los Angeles Podcast. The goal for this podcast is to help you live an active, healthy and enjoyable life in and around Los Angeles. In this episode, Emma introduces herself and discusses what motivated her to get into Physical Therapy, her adventures in PT around the world, and how she ended up moving from Manchester all the way to Los Angeles.

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The Stay Healthy Los Angeles podcast is focused on helping you live an active, healthy and enjoyable life in and around Los Angeles. Brought to you by Core By Design Clinical Pilates.