The Vibrant Wellness Podcast From Skeptic to Advocate: The Power of Osteopathic Medicine with Dr. Mary Louder, DO
Transform your approach to wellness with Dr. Mary Louder, a double board-certified osteopathic physician who once doubted the principles she now passionately advocates. Discover her journey from skepticism to advocacy, shaped by her studies at Michigan State where spinal biomechanics and wellness intersected with osteopathic practices.
Learn how treatments like craniosacral therapy can relieve patients with lower back issues and post-surgical sciatica. Dr. Louder shares personal stories of reconnecting with one's innate self and the hurdles faced as an unconventional osteopath.
Critiquing the traditional medical model, she highlights the pressures from insurance companies and the lack of personalized care. Explore her thoughts on universal healthcare, the importance of thorough communication, and gaps in both traditional and integrative medicine.
Dr. Louder discusses transitioning to cash-based practices and the benefits of genetic testing in personalized treatment plans. Understand how moving away from insurance models enables comprehensive care, especially post-COVID-19. Delve into anxiety's emotional and physiological aspects, learning techniques to connect with your body and manage stress.
This episode is rich with inspiration and practical advice for those embracing a holistic approach to wellness. Tune in for insights and actionable tips from Dr. Louder's extensive experience.
Chapters:
(00:00) The Disruptive Approach to Wellness
(07:30) Lessons From a Physician Healer
(18:44) Transitioning to Cash-Based Functional Medicine
(31:20) Genetic Testing and Functional Medicine
(43:48) The Healing Power of Self-Connection
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