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Osteoarthritis Treatment in Scottsdale

24 holistic practitioners in Scottsdale who can help with Osteoarthritis. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.

24 Practitioners
6 Treatments
1+ Supplements

Gabriel's Approach to Osteoarthritis

Gabriel treats OA as inflammatory condition, not just "wear and tear"—inflammation drives cartilage destruction, address inflammation and support cartilage repair. NOT inevitable with aging (genetics play role but lifestyle determines whether you develop OA). Protocol: 1) Reduce inflammation (anti-i...

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Key Supplements

  • Glucosamine Sulfate 1500mg/day (PROVEN effective—multiple studies show reduces pain, slows progression, as effective as NSAIDs, sulfate form better than HCl), Chondroitin Sulfate 1200mg/day (often combined with glucosamine—synergy, reduces pain and progression), MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) 2-4g/day (sulfur—joint cartilage, anti-inflammatory, reduces pain), Collagen Peptides 10-20g/day (Type II collagen specific for joints—reduces pain, improves function), Hyaluronic Acid 100-200mg oral (lubricates joints, or injection—viscosupplementation, conventional offers but oral also helps), SAMe 800-1600mg/day (S-adenosylmethionine—joint health, anti-inflammatory, also antidepressant effect), Boswellia 500-1000mg 3x/day (anti-inflammatory, as effective as NSAIDs), Curcumin 1-2g 3x/day (anti-inflammatory—proven effective for OA pain), Omega-3 4g/day (anti-inflammatory), Ginger extract 1-2g/day (COX-2 inhibitor—reduces pain), Vitamin D3 5000 IU (deficiency linked to OA pain—optimal 60-80), Vitamin C 1000mg 2x/day (collagen synthesis—cartilage repair), Vitamin E 400 IU (antioxidant), Selenium 200mcg (antioxidant), Zinc 30mg (cartilage health), Avocado Soybean Unsaponifiables (ASU) 300mg/day (slows cartilage loss—proven in studies), Devil's Claw 600mg 3x/day (traditional for arthritis pain), Boron 3-6mg (joint health), PEA (Palmitoylethanolamide) 600mg 2x/day (pain relief), CBD oil 25-50mg 2x/day (pain, anti-inflammatory)

Key Lab Markers

  • X-rays of affected joints (joint space narrowing, bone spurs/osteophytes, subchondral sclerosis—diagnostic), MRI (if X-ray unclear or considering surgery—shows cartilage, meniscus, soft tissue better), Inflammatory markers: ESR, hs-CRP (usually normal/mildly elevated in OA vs RA—but some OA patients have systemic inflammation), CBC, Comprehensive metabolic panel, Vitamin D (optimal 60-80—deficiency linked to OA pain), Omega-3 Index (optimal >8%), Joint aspiration (if joint swelling—rule out infection, gout, pseudogout), Rheumatoid Factor and anti-CCP (rule out RA if inflammatory arthritis suspected), Uric acid (rule out gout), Body composition (if overweight—track visceral fat), Metabolic panel (diabetes/metabolic syndrome associated with OA)
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Practitioners in Scottsdale for Osteoarthritis

Sorted by treatment relevance and Practitioner Score

#1
94GPS

Eastern Medicine Center

Verified
Dr. Yinan ·LAc, California and Arizona licensed acupuncturists
5.0(112)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
#2
94GPS

Eastern Medicine Center

Verified
Dr. Yinan 'Kevin' Wang, LAc; Dr. Jing Liu, LAc·LAc, California and Arizona licensed acupuncturists
5.0(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
#3
92GPS

Scottsdale Naturopathic

Verified
Dr. Nicole Sundene, NMD·NMD, 27+ years experience, author of
4.9(87)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#4
92GPS

Diana Lynn DaGrosa Acupuncture

Diana Lynn DaGrosa, LAc, MSOM, ACN·LAc, MSOM, ACN, 35+ years experience
5.0(0)
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Acupuncture
#5
92GPS

Diana Lynn DaGrosa Acupuncture

Diana Lynn DaGrosa, LAc, MSOM, ACN·LAc, MSOM, ACN, 35+ years experience
5.0(0)
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Acupuncture
#6
92GPS

Scottsdale Naturopathic

Verified
Dr. Nicole Sundene, NMD·NMD, 27+ years experience, author of 'The Hormonal Acne Diet'
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#7
90GPS

Natural Med Doc Scottsdale

Verified
Dr. Sarah Bennett, NMD; Dr. Ibarra, NMD; Dr. Garcia, NMD·NMD, Sonoran University trained, Dr. Bennett completed residency at Keystone Natural Family Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#8
90GPS

Natural Med Doc Scottsdale

Verified
Dr. Sarah Bennett, NMD; Dr. Ibarra, NMD; Dr. Garcia, NMD·NMD, Sonoran University trained, Dr. Bennett completed residency at Keystone Natural Family Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#9
89GPS

Dr. Roz Ranon Naturopathic Medicine

Verified
Dr. Roz Ranon, NMD·NMD, fellowship in metabolic/nutritional/functional medicine (ABAAHP), advanced metabolic endocrinology certification
4.8(63)
9767 N 91st St, Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
naturopathic medicine
#10
89GPS

Dr. Roz Ranon Naturopathic Medicine

Verified
Dr. Roz Ranon, NMD·NMD, fellowship in metabolic/nutritional/functional medicine (ABAAHP), advanced metabolic endocrinology certification
4.8(0)
9767 N 91st St, Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
naturopathic medicine
#11
87GPS

Tao Acupuncture Clinic

Jong Han, LAc·LAc, Masters in Oriental Medicine
4.9(58)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
#12
87GPS

Dr. Liz Hogan Naturopathic Medicine

Verified
Dr. Liz Hogan, NMD·NMD, award-winning naturopathic physician
4.9(64)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#13
87GPS

Tao Acupuncture Clinic

Jong Han, LAc·LAc, Masters in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
#14
87GPS

Dr. Liz Hogan Naturopathic Medicine

Verified
Dr. Liz Hogan, NMD·NMD, award-winning naturopathic physician
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#15
86GPS

Zamora Acupuncture

Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(72)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
#16
86GPS

Modern Medicine AZ

Verified
Dr. David Gallegos, NMD·NMD, founder, bilingual practitioner
4.8(52)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#17
86GPS

Zamora Acupuncture

Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
#18
86GPS

Modern Medicine AZ

Verified
Dr. David Gallegos, NMD·NMD, founder, bilingual practitioner
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#19
85GPS

Ethos Integrative Medicine

Verified
Multiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic doctors
4.8(45)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#20
85GPS

Andrew Bosun Kim Acupuncture

Andrew Bosun Kim, LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM)·LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), MS in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
#21
85GPS

Andrew Bosun Kim Acupuncture

Andrew Bosun Kim, LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM)·LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), MS in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
#22
85GPS

Ethos Integrative Medicine

Verified
Multiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic doctors
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
#23
84GPS

Ahn Clinic

Verified
Dr. Peter Ahn, MD·MD, medical acupuncture specialist
4.7(38)
Scottsdale, AZ
integrative medicine
#24
84GPS

Ahn Clinic

Verified
Dr. Peter Ahn, MD·MD, medical acupuncture specialist
4.7(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
integrative medicine

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