In this episode, Dr Sarah Howard discusses a functional approach to managing osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Muir.

Topics discussed include:
Osteoarthritis is not just wear and tear - Dr Muir explains what actually happens during this condition.
How does functional medicine complement conventional osteoarthritic care?
Addressing cartilage degeneration with nutrition and nutraceuticals.
Matthew discusses how he decides what to target first in osteoarthritic cases.
The role nutraceuticals play in managing osteoarthritis and combining them with other modalities.
Dr Muir's preferred joint supplements, their mechanism of action and the additional benefits they can provide.
Therapies that are useful in conjunction with supplements and pharmaceuticals.
Deescalating a management plan - the reason for this and what treatment to remove first.
Escalating a management plan with the addition of pharmaceuticals - Dr Matt describes the best time to do this.

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In this episode, Dr Sarah Howard discusses a functional approach to managing osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Muir.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Osteoarthritis is not just wear and tear - Dr Muir explains what actually happens during this condition.</li>
<li>How does functional medicine complement conventional osteoarthritic care?</li>
<li>Addressing cartilage degeneration with nutrition and nutraceuticals.</li>
<li>Matthew discusses how he decides what to target first in osteoarthritic cases.</li>
<li>The role nutraceuticals play in managing osteoarthritis and combining them with other modalities.</li>
<li>Dr Muir's preferred joint supplements, their mechanism of action and the additional benefits they can provide.</li>
<li>Therapies that are useful in conjunction with supplements and pharmaceuticals.</li>
<li>Deescalating a management plan - the reason for this and what treatment to remove first.</li>
<li>Escalating a management plan with the addition of pharmaceuticals - Dr Matt describes the best time to do this.</li>
</ul>
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The Pure Animal Podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview industry experts who explore the fields of joint health, dermatology, internal medicine, integrative and functional medicine and allied health modalities. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview industry experts who explore the fields of joint health, dermatology, internal medicine, integrative and functional medicine and allied health modalities. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast aims to enlighten listeners about an integrative approach to veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview practitioners at the forefront of this field who share their insight and experience with the ultimate goal of benefiting the well-being and health of animals.

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In this episode, Dr Sarah Howard discusses a functional approach to managing osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Muir.