OSTEOARTRITIS PAIN
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of Arthritis and it occurs when the protective cartilage degenerates over time resulting in inflammation and pain. At CRM we offer an integrative approach to managing arthritis pain using a functional medicine integrated approach.
Functional medicine takes a deeper dive into the causes of inflammation associated with joint pain, with a focus on halting and reversing the disease process. How do we do this?
We use numerous modalities, including injection therapy to help reduce the inflammation and relax muscles, that in turn improves the joint mechanics, reduces pain and improves mobility. To learn more:
View our natural pain treatment options here.
"In my practice, I have learned that to manage chronic pain we first need to work on the root causes of inflammation. With thorough investigation and team collaboration, we can control your pain symptoms, so you can resume an active lifestyle and focus on health and longevity."
-Dr. Simona Scurtu
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What is hormone a imbalance?An imbalance occurs when there is too little or too much of a hormone. Your hormones are important for regulating many bodily processes including appetite, metabolism, sleep, reproductive cycles, sexual function, temperature and mood.
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How to restore hormone imbalances?The most effective and safe way to balance hormones is to restore them to physiologic levels with adequate nutrients and personalized bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. However hormone replacement is only one piece of the puzzle. Lifestyle factors such as exercise, nutrition, sleep and stress all affect our hormones and are important components of our overall well-being.
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What are Bio-Identical hormones?These are hormones that have the same molecular structure as our own natural hormones. As we age, our hormones decline, causing imbalances and unpleasant symptoms such as low energy, reduced memory, loss bone mass, loss of skin resilience and lowered mood and metabolism along with increased risk of various chronic illnesses. Bio-identical hormones can help to restore our hormones back to optimal levels resulting in improvement in symptoms and increased vitality. Non-bioidentical hormones like Premarin or provera, may be natural eg Premarin( extracted from pregnant horse urine) but have a different structure than our own hormones. Our Bodies aren’t equipped with the machinery to properly metabolize non-bioidentical hormones which can create unpleasant side effects and create certain health risks.
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Are there any advantages, such as anti-aging effects, when using Bio-Identical hormones?-They are safer than non-bioidentical versions -The body can utilize and metabolize them in a similar way to our own natural hormones. -each formula is customized unique to the individual -hormones increase stem cells which help with repair and regeneration -A major culprit for skin thinning, wrinkling, and dryness associated with aging is the decline in hormones such as estrogen and progesterone in women, and testosterone in men
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Are there studies about the safety and efficacy of Bio-identical hormones?There are reputable published studies over a period of many decades confirming the safety of using bio-identical hormones. There is even some data available that suggests bio-identical hormonal replacement may offer protection from osteoporosis, memory loss and cardiovascular disease. These materials are available on request.
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How do I know if BHRT is right for me?You will require a physician assessment to determine your hormone health. Contact us at info@restorative-medicine.ca for consult/booking information.
