Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) involves using medications to supplement hormone levels that have become low or imbalanced. This can help alleviate unpleasant symptoms and promote better health. There are a few key things to understand about HRT:
There are several potential causes of hormone deficiencies and imbalances:
Some symptoms that might indicate hormone issues include:
Getting the right tests can help determine if and which hormones are imbalanced. These may include:
Based on results, customized treatment plans can be created.
If testing reveals a hormone deficiency or imbalance, HRT can help get levels back to an optimal range. There are a variety of treatment preparations and protocols available.
HRT preparations exist for most of the major hormones and come in various forms such as pills, patches, gels, pellets, rings, creams and more. Some hormone options include:
There are two main categories of hormones used:
Many providers feel that bioidentical hormones have advantages in terms of safety and efficacy over their synthetic counterparts.
In addition to standard preparations, custom compounded formulas can also be created to meet more specific dosage and combination needs.
There are many potential benefits of HRT for both men and women when hormones are properly balanced:
If hormonal issues are suspected, prompt diagnosis and treatment can have significant benefits, so it is important not to delay seeking evaluation and care. Some reasons why include:
Fortunately, the body has a remarkable capacity to heal when given the proper supports. It is truly never too late to regain balance.
Recent research has found that hormone therapy started early in menopause and given for over 10 years provides a long-lasting reduction in heart disease and mortality risk that continues well after stopping the therapy. The benefits were seen when hormone therapy included estrogen alone or estrogen plus progestin.
Renew Hormone Institute is a top hormone clinic providing cutting edge testing and personalized treatment plans to help patients optimize hormonal health and wellness. Some key aspects that set Renew Hormone Institute apart include:
With advanced training and years of experience focused specifically on HRT, our practitioners have the expertise to provide the most effective protocols using current medical literature and research.
We utilize advanced diagnostic techniques including comprehensive hormone panels, genetics, metabolites and more to get precise biochemical data for developing customized treatment plans.
Each person has a unique physiology and set of health goals. We carefully tailor plans to the individual using bioidentical hormones, lifestyle support and optional nutritional therapies for optimal results.
In addition to closely monitoring biochemical response to therapy, we also track patient reported outcomes related to energy, sleep, sexual health, emotional wellness and daily function to ensure the best quality of life during treatment.
In addition to HRT, making supportive lifestyle modifications can enhance results:
Eating a balanced, nutrient-dense diet helps provide raw materials needed for hormone production and supports detoxification to remove exogenous toxins that disrupt hormones.
Regular movement stimulates beneficial hormonal mechanisms for building muscle, burning fat and reducing inflammation.
Learning to mitigate chronic stress and promote relaxation activates the parasympathetic nervous system for better hormone balance.
Getting enough high quality sleep each night allows critical hormone production and rejuvenation to occur.
Abita Springs offers a number of helpful resources those undergoing HRT may wish to take advantage of including:
Offers blood testing services by appointment closeby at *. This is useful for follow-up hormone panels during treatment.
This gym located at * has strength training equipment, classes and trainers to help build fit muscle mass.
Patients can experience therapeutic massage, facials and relaxation services at *. Helpful for stress reduction.
This cafe and juice bar at * has healthy meals and snacks to support good nutrition.
This scenic park nearby offers beautiful walking trails and recreational facilities to enjoy.
With Renew Hormone Institute innovative HRT programs and supportive local resources, residents have access to high quality options for improving hormone health right in Abita Springs. Our goal is supporting patients physically and mentally on their wellness journey. Please reach out for more information or to schedule a consultation. We look forward to helping guide you towards reclaiming optimal vitality.
