Episode 104: A Holistic Approach to Joint Pain and Mobility with Dr. Joshua Schacter

Today, Dr. Robert Whitfield chats with Dr. Joshua Schacter, an orthopedic surgeon based in Wichita Falls. They dive into how functional medicine can be woven into orthopedic practices, especially when it comes to joint health and how our lifestyle choices affect our musculoskeletal system. Dr. Schacter is all about taking a holistic approach, looking at the bigger picture by tackling underlying health issues like inflammation and metabolic health to help avoid major surgeries. They talk about making changes to your diet, exploring cutting-edge treatments like PRP and stem cell therapy, and how mindfulness can play a role in managing pain. Tune in to hear about a shift in orthopedic care, including more comprehensive, patient-focused practices. Show Highlights: Focus on Joint Pain (00:06:38) Multifactorial nature of joint pain and its commonality in aging Pharmaceutical Companies' Interests (00:10:43) Skepticism about the altruism of pharmaceutical companies concerning health improvements Trends in Joint Replacements (00:13:04) Discussion on the increasing number of joint replacements in younger patients Weight Loss and Joint Health (00:22:20) Importance of weight loss in improving joint health and reducing pain Functional Medicine Approach (00:23:45) Introduction to a holistic assessment of patients to understand underlying causes of joint pain Measuring Inflammation (00:25:15) Methods for assessing inflammation, including historical data and biomarkers Biomarkers and Gut Health (00:25:36) Details the use of various biomarkers and the critical role of gut health Anti-Inflammatory Diet (00:27:01) Effectiveness of an anti-inflammatory diet in reducing joint pain Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy (00:30:51) Benefits of PRP therapy for joint inflammation and healing Optimizing Joint Care (00:38:34) The potential to prevent unnecessary surgeries through holistic joint care strategies Bio: Dr. Josh Schacter Dr. Joshua Schacter, DO FAAOS, is America’s Holistic Orthopedic Surgeon, dedicated to providing alternatives to surgery, steroids, and prescription medications. With nearly 20 years of experience and over 15,000 surgeries performed, he has seen the limitations of traditional medicine firsthand. In 2023, he founded Pinnacle Integrative Orthopedics, combining functional medicine with advanced orthobiologics to treat patients holistically. Dr. Schacter focuses on empowering patients to manage joint pain, regain mobility, and avoid invasive treatments. A passionate athlete and fitness enthusiast, he is committed to offering innovative, minimally invasive solutions that promote longevity and a better quality of life. Connect with Dr. Schacter Call Pinnacle Integrative Sports Medicine (940) 285-5007 Website, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, [Bluesky](http://@drjoshuaschacter.bsky.social) Let’s Connect... Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SPDripbluZKYsC0rwrBdb?si=23ea2cd9f6734667 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drrobertwhitfield?_t=8oQyjO25X5i&_r=1 IG: https://www.instagram.com/breastimplantillnessexpert/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/ X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd Read this article - https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness Shop: https://drrobssolutions.com SHARP: https://www.harp.health NVISN Labs - https://nvisnlabs.com/ Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below: Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold free coffee - https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier - https://jaspr.co/ Echo Water - Get high quality water with our code DRROB10 - https://echowater.com/ BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology - https://ballancerpro.com Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable - https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield