R3 Physio: Relief, Restore, Refine

by Jason Racca

Season 2

Hormone Imbalance and Whole Body Health: A Functional Medicine Approach with Meagan Alpha, MSN, APRN

In this episode, we explore the topic of hormone imbalances, specifically in females, and how it can affect multiple systems of the body, and ultimately whole body health. Meagan Alpha, MSN, APRN of Alpha Women's Wellness in Argyle, TX shares her expertise and unique approach.00:00:00 Introductions00:04:36 Exploring Functional Medicine in Health Care00:06:51 Hormones and their impact on women's health00:12:59 How gut health plays into hormone imbalance?00:14:31 Symptoms of gut health for women00:17:44 Thyroid health, hypothyroidism in women00:21:36 Diabetes and fasting blood sugar00:23:35 Common Myths about PCOS00:28:03 Hormone imbalance and diet00:30:33 How to maintain your body as you get older?00:32:21 How managing stress can help with hormone balance00:34:46 How to manage hypothyroidism in women?00:39:41 More on Alpha Women's Wellness Clinic00:47:02 Final thoughtsHow to reach Meagan:Alpha Womens WellnessLocated in Argyle, TXemail: info@alphawomenswellness.comphone: 214-945-8551Social:Instagram: @alphawomenswellnessFacebook: @alphawomenswellness

S2 · E5

Oct 25, 2023

47:38

Visceral Manipulation: Addressing the lesser known reasons for your musculoskeletal pains

[00:00 - 01:42] • Introduction to the episode and the topic of the visceral system.[01:42 - 03:24] • Explanation of what the visceral system is and its significance.[03:24 - 04:06] • How trauma in the visceral system might manifest in other bodily symptoms.[04:06 - 05:30] • The frequent oversight of the visceral system in conventional Western medicine.[05:30 - 07:06] • Role of the fascial system in interacting with organs and how visceral manipulation can help.[07:06 - 08:48] • Delving into unresolved musculoskeletal issues due to overlooked visceral components.[08:48 - 10:30] • Common conventional treatments and their inability to address the visceral aspect.[10:30 - 11:12] • Introduction and role of the parietal peritoneum in the nervous system.[11:12 - 12:54] • Analogy: Fascial system surrounding organs likened to an alarm system.[12:54 - 14:12] • Western medicine’s tendency to focus on superficial physical symptoms.[14:12 - 15:54] • Overview of the body’s fluid movement using the drainage funnel analogy.[15:54 - 17:36] • Pathway of toxins from cells to their eventual elimination.[17:36 - 18:18] • Role of vital organs like liver and gallbladder in toxin elimination.[18:18 - 19:30] • Consequences of dysfunction, such as the impacts of constipation.[19:30 - 20:42] • Fascia and its relation to musculoskeletal issues and potential treatments.[20:42 - 21:17] • Closing thoughts on the holistic approach of r3 physio in treating patients.

S2 · E4

Aug 12, 2023

23:18

A root cause approach to healing neuropathy with Dr. Christian Nelson, DC

in this episode we talk about root causes of neuropathy (nerve pain/symptoms) and how to help your body heal from neuropathy!Dr. Christian Nelson owns Advocate Wellness in Keller, TX.Socia Media: @advocatewellnesstx00:00 Intro1:20 Dr, Nelson speaks about his philosophy of care and his story of why he became a chiropractor7:13 How treatment at Advocate Wellness differs from a traditional approach to chiropractic13:53 structural issues vs. metabolic issues, and how treatments differ. Specifically structural neuropathy vs. metabolic neuropathy.16:42 what are the different zones of the spine, and how does that relate to treatment?21:00 4 main contributing factors to metabolic neuropathy32:31 The mind-body connection and how it can lead to issues.37:00 What treatment for neuropathy can look like40:16 Nerves can regrow if proper environment.46:01 Example of a case with. Diabetic neuropathy

S2 · E3

May 5, 2023

53:45

Why you need a systems based approach to get to the root of your pain and symptoms

S2 · E2

Mar 4, 2023

36:54

Healing from Breast Implant Illness: the connections of multiple systems to the fascia with Sarah Phillipe

In this episode, we talk about what breast implant illness is, what explant (removing the implants) involves, and how the fascial system is involved. 00:00 Introduction 1:56 Sarah shares her story with Breast Implant Illness and explant. The mental and emotional side of implants, the unusual symptoms 14:04 How do you know if the breast implants are causing a problem? 20:37 How our medical system has become so specialized and looking at health issues in isolation. 22:00 What the process of explant looks like 27:48 Silicone filled vs. Saline filled implants. Does it make a difference? 32:33 Why a PT is having this conversation. How implants, surgery, breast implant illness can lead to physical manifestations of pain 38:50 Connecting the dots between fascia, the nervous system, lymphatic system 42:20 Fluid exchange and build up of fluid, need for body work, and team approach to care 45:27 What does working with Sarah look like? The Explant Reset 52:41 Sarah uses a whole body approach to healing. 56:26 Final Thoughts from Sarah Show Notes: Website: https:/reversingbreastimplantillness.com The Explant Reset: https://r1ehpxm4.pages.infusionsoft.net Drainage Pathways Blog: https://reversingbreastimplantillness.com/drainage-the-first-step-to-detox-post-explant/ Instagram: @reversingbreastimplantillness

S2 · E1

Oct 27, 2022

1:01:04

Season 1

Updates on Fascia

Fascia is being shown t one more connected t the nervous system and immune system than previously thought! We talk about what some practical implications of this may be!

S1 · E8

Oct 10, 2022

24:53

Neurological Chiropractic and how understanding how the nervous system works can be helpful to healing from conditions in natural ways with Dr. Jake Herring of Innate Connection Chiropractic

In this interview with Dr. Jake, we discuss what the difference between various chiropractic treatment philosophies are. What Vitalistic chiropractic, specifically Neurological Chiropractic, is, and how this helps with families healing and improving from many conditions. 00:00 Introduction 1:46 Dr. Jake shares more about his history and how he came to treat and practice the way he does 5:23 Dr. Jake explains what “Family Chiropractic” involves. Distinguishes between 2 main types of chiropractic, Mechanistic v. Vitalistic. 7:11 More specifics about what vitalistic care chiropractic involves, and specifically Neurologically Based Chiropractic Care 14:50 Dr. Jake speaks about treating children with chiropractic care 17:15 Dr. Jake’s gentle approach to chiropractic care with children 19:16 How does chiropractic help things like bed wetting, constipation, colic, ear infection, etc in children. 22:28 The body is made up of multiple systems and they are interconnected, and need to all be considered during treatment. 26:26 Dr. Jake shares specific case examples, and specifically with special needs patients (ADHD, anxiety, stress, autism, etc) 29:50 Experiencing pain is “common,” but on-going pain is not “normal.” Treatments aren’t always just to eliminate pain, but to help people to feel the best they can. 31:48 More on autism or other disorders/diagnoses that have long been thought to be “unchangeable” have the potential to change. 38:56 Other services Innate Connection Chiropractic offers: 40:46 Final thoughts from Dr. Jake: there is help for you if you are struggling, or if your child is struggling. Workshop: A Perfect Storm (for ADHD, ADD, anxiety) Website: www.innateconnectionchiro.com Instagram/FB: @innateconnectionchiro

S1 · E7

Aug 1, 2022

41:59

How massage therapy fits into working with chronic pain and how to provide a therapeutic experience for your client that starts early with Benny Vaughn, LMT, BCTMB, ATC, LAT, CSCS, MTI

Benny has always been a "trail blazer." Hear how her ensures all of his clients get the best therapeutic experience from the very beginning! 00:00 Intro 2:45 Benny’s philosophy of care 7:22 Why the traditional medical model gets a “bad wrap.” (It’s not what you think!) 14:00 Benny’s location and the history of why he chose to build his buildings covered in upper. 17:06 The 4 agreements 24:28 How Benny got to the point he is now. How he was a trail blazer n many of the things he has done. 34:34 The power of therapeutic touch. Book mentioned: Ashley Montagu: Touching 37:27 Many in our society are currently suffering from “touch deprivation” from the pandemic 38:50 Looking at the level of training that a therapist has lets you know what they love doing! 41:33 Benny talks fascial anatomy 51:58 How Benny makes sure every client feels comfortable and judgment free to enhance the therapeutic value of the treatment 54:45 What Benny is most proud of over his career 1:00:40 Benny’s experience with Life Coaching. What having Benny as a life coach would look like 1:09:37 How to keep up with Benny 1:12:27 Final wisdom from Benny IG/FB @bennyvaughnofficial Website: bennyvaughnlifecoach.com

S1 · E6

Jul 12, 2022

1:13:12

REPLAY: Functional Nutrition approach to managing pain with Katie Garrott of VivaWise Functional Wellness

Interview with Katie: we cover how nutrition and physical therapy are complimentary to each other, "what functional medicine is," natural anti-inflammatory strategies :30 Katie’s personal journey to function medicine 7:36 How nutrition effects pain negatively and positively 12:51 What is functional medicine: 15:09 Food sensitivities: 18:00 How childhood trauma effects chronic pain/obesity/depression : 21:50 What services Katie offers (Includes an online program): 25:12 Inspiring hope that you can have a greater quality of life than you imagined: 27:17How to contact Katie:

S1 · E5

Jun 23, 2022

28:58

REPLAY: Addressing uncommon factors that affect healing through Functional Medicine with Jake Duncan, PA-C

Interview covers what Functional Medicine is and how it differs from conventional medicine, factors that affect healing (such as emotional trauma), and more! 00:00 Introduction and Jake’s Journey to Functional Medicine. 6:50 What is Functional Medicine? 10:15 Difference between Functional Medicine and Conventional Medicine. 11:49 Factors that affect healing that aren’t usually address. 17:56 Stewarding Life Wellness services and future plans 19:34 More on emotional trauma Other topics - 24:00 Recap of Functional Medicine 26:00 Team approach to healing 29:42 Stewarding Life Wellness contact info

S1 · E4

Jun 23, 2022

33:10

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