Millions Turn Away From Synthetic Hormones
When significant health safety concerns arose in 2002 for women using synthetic hormone replacement therapies (HRT), millions stopped taking it—up to 70 percent according to one survey . Patients and physicians alike began to search for alternatives
Bio-Identical Hormones: The Right Choice for Your Body
Countless men and women have now made the switch to bio-identical hormones, long preferred for hormone therapy in Japan, France and other European countries. It is finally receiving considerable attention in the U.S. and being more widely prescribed.
Here at Modern Medicine, we've seen incredible outcomes using bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, including dramatic improvement in health conditions such as; osteopenia/osteoporosis, cognitive issues, obesity, and overall cardiovascular risk not to mention a significant improvement in the quality of life of our patients.
Hormone Balance is not One-Size-Fits-All!
After the shocking results of the Women’s Health Initiative study, a large number of physicians turned to bio-identical hormones although many of them lacked the background, training or expertise in the field. While these doctors are good at prescribing the right kind of hormone (bio-identical), they often fail to actually balance a patient’s hormones—something that is vital to good health and well-being.
Other Bio-identical Methods Just Don’t Cut It
Other bio-identical delivery methods—i.e. creams, pills, injections and even micronized capsules—cannot provide a steady stream of hormone in your bloodstream twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. That means you are still subject to a roller coaster ride of hormone levels.
And even though patches do provide a constant stream of hormone, they have to be changed often. And then there’s that sticky adhesive issue to deal with...
Balancing hormones properly is a challenging endeavor. At Modern Medicine, we meet our patients where they are and will choose a treatment option that fits your unique clinical circumstances and health goals. This often includes bio-identical pellet therapy, which all of our providers are well trained in.
Want more information? Just schedule a visit with one of our providers today to find out more about how hormone optimization can give you your life back!
