How Can I Find a Holistic Podiatrist Near Me?

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12/21/2025

Finding a holistic podiatrist means looking for a provider who blends conventional foot and ankle care with science-backed regenerative therapies—without defaulting to surgery or medications. You won’t find “holistic podiatrist” listed in your insurance directory. Instead, search for doctors who offer regenerative injections, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or IV therapy for chronic foot and ankle pain—and look for educational content that explains their philosophy, not just their services.

Key Points

No Official Title: “Holistic podiatry” isn’t a board-certified specialty—it’s a treatment philosophy. Many providers won’t use the term even if they practice that way.
Look for Regenerative Therapies: Providers offering prolotherapy, PRP, ozone, or nutrient IVs for foot and ankle pain often follow a holistic, root-cause approach.
Avoid “Surgery-First” Clinics: Clinics that immediately recommend surgery, cortisone injections, or pain pills likely don’t align with holistic principles.
Read Between the Lines: A holistic podiatrist will talk about healing and restoration, not just pain management. They’ll offer education and long-term strategies, not quick fixes.

What to Look For on a Doctor’s Website

Here are a few signs a podiatrist is likely to take a more holistic, regenerative approach:

Positive Indicators	Possible Red Flags
Offers regenerative injections (e.g., PRP, prolotherapy, ozone)	Recommends surgery as a first-line option
Mentions long-term healing or tissue repair	Focus is mainly on temporary pain relief
Provides hyperbaric oxygen or IV therapy	No mention of biologic or regenerative tools
Educational content (e.g., guides, webinars)	Website focuses only on procedures or insurance

Questions to Ask Before Booking

When calling or researching, ask:

“Do you offer regenerative or non-surgical options for foot or ankle pain?”
“What’s your approach to healing recurring tendon or joint injuries?”
“Do you use treatments like prolotherapy, ozone, or nutrient IVs?”
“Is your goal to manage symptoms or help the body heal over time?”

These questions quickly reveal whether the podiatrist prioritizes true healing or short-term symptom control.

Pro Tip: Many Holistic Podiatrists Don’t Use That Label

Because holistic podiatry isn’t a formal credential, many providers practicing this way won’t list “holistic” on their website or profile. Use terms like:

Regenerative podiatry
PRP injections for the foot and ankle
Prolotherapy ankle sprain treatment
Ozone injections for joint pain
Non-surgical foot and ankle doctor near me

These searches often lead you to clinics that take a more integrative and restorative approach, even if they don’t advertise it that way.

When To Seek Care Urgently

Call emergency services for sudden weakness or numbness, severe headache, vision loss, trouble speaking, chest pain, or other red-flag symptoms—these could indicate stroke or another emergency.

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Rabago D, Patterson JJ, Mundt M, Kijowski R, Grettie J, Segal NA, Zgierska A. Dextrose prolotherapy for knee osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial. Ann Fam Med. 2013 May-Jun;11(3):229-37. doi: 10.1370/afm.1504. Erratum in: Ann Fam Med. 2013 Sep-Oct;11(5):480. PMID: 23690322; PMCID: PMC3659139.

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How We Do It at Kim Foot & Ankle (Long Beach, CA)

Dr. Don Kim, DPM, has helped thousands of patients recover from foot and ankle injuries without surgery, cortisone, or medications.

At Kim Foot & Ankle, we offer:

Regenerative injections (prolotherapy, ozone, PRP)
Non-invasive recovery therapies like hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Nutrient-rich IV therapy to support healing
Personalized health plans that emphasize making patients more regenerative and long-term recovery, not just quick fixes

If you’re near Long Beach or seeking options beyond conventional podiatry, you’re in the right place.

Next Steps

Download Dr. Kim’s Free Guide: 9 Secrets to Holistic Foot Health
Watch the Free Masterclass: Regenerative Therapy for Foot and Ankle Pain
Schedule a Consultation: With Dr. Don Kim, DPM — Kim Foot & Ankle Center, Long Beach, CA

Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Don Kim, DPM
Last Updated: October 23, 2025