In this episode, Dr. Ashley Mak discusses the role of supplements in managing sciatica and nerve pain. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the causes of sciatica and highlights the most researched supplements, including alpha lipoic acid, B vitamins, and palmitolethylamide. The conversation also covers supplements with mixed evidence, such as turmeric and MSM, and provides guidelines for safely using supplements. Dr. Mak concludes by stressing the importance of consulting healthcare professionals before starting any new supplement regimen.Referenced Research Articles1. Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA)Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/375279477_Systematic_Review_and_Meta-Analysis_Medicine_R_Effectiveness_of_alpha-lipoic_acid_in_patients_with_neuropathic_pain_associated_with_type_I_and_type_II_diabetes_mellitus_A_systematic_review_and_meta-anReview Article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9774895/2. B Vitamins (especially B12)Systematic Review: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/8/2221Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33619867/3. Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)Review of Clinical Applications: https://www.dovepress.com/palmitoylethanolamide-in-the-treatment-of-pain-and-its-clinical-applic-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-DDDTMeta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39798151/4. Other SupplementsTurmeric (Curcumin): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8125634/MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane): https://www.researchgate.net/publication/7458879_Efficacy_of_methylsulfonylmethane_MSM_in_osteoarthritis_pain_of_the_knee_A_pilot_clinical_trialArnica: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC539394/Check out our favorite products! (affiliate page): https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/favorite_productsDid you know that our YouTube channel has a growing number of videos including this podcast? Give us a follow here- https://youtube.com/@fixyoursciatica?si=1svrz6M7RsnFaswNAre you looking for a more affordable way to manage your pain? Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.comHere’s the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/self-treatment-cheat-sheet-8707Book a free strategy call: https://msgsndr.com/widget/appointment/ifixyoursciatica/strategy-callSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fix-your-sciatica-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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