In this episode of Integrative Connections, Dr. Angie Stamm welcomes Dr. Michele Wilkerson, a functional medicine doctor from California specializing in prolotherapy and pain management. Dr. Wilkerson shares her journey to becoming a naturopathic doctor, inspired by her experiences with her parents' health struggles and her interest in natural remedies.   The conversation covers various integrative treatments like prolotherapy, IV nutrition supplements, food sensitivity testing, and the importance of personalized patient care. Dr. Wilkerson explains the mechanisms behind prolotherapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), stem cell therapies, and ozone injections, and how these treatments stimulate the body to heal itself. She discusses the benefits of IV nutritional therapies and the importance of using high-quality supplements. Dr. Wilkerson also shares case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of these integrative approaches. This episode provides valuable insights for both human and veterinary care, showcasing the potential of natural therapies to improve health outcomes. Learn more about where Dr. Michele Wilkerson can be found now: http://linkedin.com/in/michele-wilkerson/55148527b/  Follow us for more wellness content for you and your pets! www.IntegrativeConnections.com  TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Dr. Michele Wilkerson's Journey to Naturopathic Medicine 02:26 Starting a Clinic in Folsom, California 04:13 Specializing in Patient Populations 05:45 Prolotherapy Explained 09:11 Prolotherapy in Veterinary Medicine 13:25 Comparing Prolotherapy, PRP, and Stem Cell Therapies 17:12 IV Nutritional Therapies 25:33 NAD Injections and Personal Experiences 27:04 Case Studies and Conference Experiences 28:19 Patient Expectations and Prolotherapy Success Stories 28:53 Prolotherapy for Pets: A Case Study 29:32 The Importance of Tune-Ups in Prolotherapy 29:48 Prolotherapy in Humans: Longevity and Maintenance 32:35 Learning and Practicing Prolotherapy Techniques 33:57 Prolotherapy for Spinal Issues 35:14 Nutritional Supplements: Recommendations and Insights 40:30 Food Sensitivity Testing and Nutritional Analysis 45:57 Career Shift: From Practitioner to Educator 48:05 Final Thoughts   

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