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Anti-Aging
A field of medicine which includes practices and protocols that have the potential to optimize the human aging process.
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BHRT
Abbreviation for Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy.
Bio-Identical Hormones
Plant-derived compounds made into a hormone in a laboratory that is biochemically identical to hormones produced by the body.
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Erectile Dysfunction or ED
The inability to achieve and maintain an erection firm enough to achieve penetration and to satisfactorily complete the act of intercourse.
Estrogen
Estrogen's primarily role is to "feminize" the female body. Estrogen makes menstruation possible by causing proliferation of the lining in the uterus. Estradiol, the most potent type of estrogen, is responsible for adequate vaginal lubrication, libido, the female voice, and starting ovulation.
Exosomes
Microvesicles released by cells that play an important role in cell-to-cell communication.
GAINSWave
A therapy that uses high frequency, low-intensity sound waves to improve blood flow to the penis, remove micro-plaque, and stimulate the growth of new blood vessels.
Growth Factors
Protein molecules made by the body to assist in tissue repair, wound healing, and cell proliferation and differentiation.
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Integrative Medicine
A holistic approach that emphasizes and addresses a full range of physical, emotional, mental, social, spiritual, and environmental influences that affect an individual’s health.
Intracellular Messenger
A signal released by a cell that is used to alter the function of a neighboring or distant cell.
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Musculoskeletal
A term denoting muscular and skeletal tissue together.
Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathic Doctors diagnose, prevent, and treat acute and chronic illnesses to restore and establish optimal health by supporting the person's inherent self-healing process.
NSAIDs
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) are a class of medications that are used primarily to reduce pain and fevers, decrease inflammation, and prevent blood clots.
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Oxytocin
Commonly known as the "love hormone," oxytocin is a peptide hormone and neuropeptide produced by both men and women. Oxytocin has many important roles which are primarily to stimulate sociability, friendliness, and deeper connections between people. It can also improve mood, reduce anxiety, and increase pleasure at orgasm.
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Pellet
Implants made up of hormones that are pressed or fused into very small solid cylinders. This way hormones are able to be released into the body over-time and consistently.
Progesterone
In women, progesterone's primary role is to prepare the uterus for egg implantation. Progesterone can also have a calming and anti-anxiety effect by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system.
Prolotherapy
An injection treatment used to repair chronically damaged and weakened ligaments and tendons long-term.
PRP or Platelet-Rich-Plasma
A concentrate of platelet-rich plasma protein derived from a patient’s whole blood which is often used in therapies to regenerate and improve the health of specific tissue types.
PRP Facial (aka Vampire Facial)
A therapy in which platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) is injected and “stamped” into the skin using a micro-needling device for the purpose of improving the color, tone, texture, and health of the skin.
Regenerative Therapy
Medical techniques which aid in repairing damaged or diseased tissue to restore normal function.
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Testosterone
The major circulating hormone in men, but also present, to a lesser degree, in women. Testosterone deficiency in men has been associated with various age-associated conditions, low muscle mass, decreased physical strength, osteoporosis, erectile dysfunction, and mild cognitive impairment. Untreated testosterone deficiency in women can predispose an individual to anxiety, depression, osteoporosis, atherosclerosis, and joint disorders.