Discover Your Path to Wellness
Functional Medicine Treats Root Causes
At Brandon Acupuncture Center & Wellness, we tailor treatments to meet the unique health needs of our patients. We ensure a personalized approach by treating the root causes of the symptoms for better health by placing our patients on a path of healing.
The patient sees the health issues as symptoms. As a Health Care Practitioner for over 42 years , Merle Friedman addresses the non-obvious causes of the health condition and provides the treatment plan to allow the body to heal.
Functional Medicine
Functional Medicine at Brandon Acupuncture Center and Wellness focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying cause of illnesses. Unlike traditional symptom-based care, we believe in a holistic approach that considers the complex interactions between genetics, environment, lifestyle, medical history and the results of diagnostics. Our mission is to empower you with a personalized treatment plan that promotes long-term health and well-being.
To be healthy, active and energetic takes a balanced lifestyle of work, leisure, exercise, and sleep, a diet of the correct nutrients, and getting the proper Holistic Therapy to help the body heal when a health issue occurs.
Our Functional Medicine approach relies on the body’s ability to heal by providing essential health aids through a treatment plan based on Lifestyle changes Supplements, Diet, Exercise, Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.
Are you Experiencing any of these Symptoms:
- Hormone Issues
- Brain Fog
- Sleep Disturbances
- Adrenal Fatigue
- Inflammation
- Autoimmune Disease
- Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue
- Thyroid Dysfunction/Issues
- Gut Health Issues
- Chronic Infections
Merle can put you on the path to healing.
Functional Medicine
- Part of Integrative Medicine
- Health Oriented
- Patient Centered
- Holistic
- Search for underlying or root causes of disease
- Looks at lifestyle and physical exertion
- Medical History
- Biochemical Individuality
- Genetic makeup – DNA
- Results of diagnostic testing
- Preventive Approach
- Treatment plan is based on analysis of patient’s medical history, lifestyle & result of diagnostic tests and the ability of the body to heal itself
- Treatment plan may include
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- Changes to lifestyle like quitting smoking, exercising, sleep, etc
- Diet and getting proper nutrients
- Supplements
- Acupuncture
- Chinese Medicine
Our Approach
We go beyond conventional methods, keenly investigating the intricate connections between your symptoms, lifestyle, biochemical and genetics. We can uncover hidden imbalances contributing to your health issues through thoughtful diagnostics specifically addressing your health condition.
This comprehensive approach not only allows us to pinpoint the root causes but also empowers you to actively participate in your healing journey, guiding you towards lasting wellness with a customized treatment plan that reflects your needs and aspirations.
Our treatment plans are determined based on diagnostic testing to address the root causes. We conduct minimal tests to get answers about your health issue.
The most frequent tests ordered are:
Merle will provide you consultation on which diagnostic tests are necessary for root cause determination for your health condition.
Functional Medicine
Our Five Steps to Better Health
1. Find Root Causes
2. Analysis of Diagostic Results
3. Develop Holistic Treatment
4. Implement Treatment Plan
5. Maintenance & Support
Our Specialized Services
Holistic Treatment of Significnt Health Issues
Functional medicine may use a variety of treatment plans to address exhaustion, fatigue, brain fog, insomnia, Inflammation, infection, Fibromyalgia, Autoimmune Diseases or Thyroid Dysfunction.
Our treatment uses root cause analysis, combining the wisdom of ancient healing practices with modern science. Our treatment plans improve patient healing by integrating lifestyle adjustments, nutritional and supplement guidance, and holistic therapies.
Skin Care
Our holistic approach combines natural therapies and nourishing your body with the right nutrients to restore your skin’s vitality and achieve radiant, resilient skin that reflects your overall well-being.
Gut Health Optimization
Our gut health optimization services focus on diagnosing and treating various digestive issues to improve your overall well-being and digestive health.
Chronic Pain Management
We provide comprehensive chronic pain management plans tailored to your specific needs, helping you achieve a pain-free lifestyle through natural and effective methods.
What Our Patients Say
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Start Your Journey to Better Health
Don’t wait any longer to achieve your desired health and wellness. Call us today at (813) 381-3835 or click the button below to schedule your initial consultation and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.