Pellet therapy, rooted in a history dating back to the 1930s, has evolved with technological advancements and now stands as the most effective method for hormone replacement therapy, preferred by both patients and providers. Specifically available for estradiol and testosterone, this method involves compounding the hormone into a small pellet inserted just above the buttocks, ensuring a convenient and natural dosing structure. Beyond the ease of use, pellet therapy aligns with the body's natural hormone release patterns, providing a personalized prescription based on individual needs, lab results, symptoms, and lifestyle factors. Your doctor tailors the therapy to mimic nature's precision, delivering what your body requires, when it needs it.
Creams, a topical form of hormone replacement therapy, are tailored for cyclical progesterone, testosterone, and estrogen treatments. These custom-compounded creams or gels are applied to specific areas of the body, as directed by your physician. For instance, men may apply testosterone cream to the testicles, and women may apply it vaginally.
While creams and gels offer advantages, they also pose risks. The primary reported side effect involves potential transference to individuals and pets you encounter after application, impacting relationships with your spouse/partner, family members, or pets.
Patches, like a bandaid, offer a convenient and error-free way to apply estrogen therapy. The patch, containing the prescribed hormone dose, sticks to the skin for a recommended period, delivering hormones gradually until a replacement is needed. However, the visibility and the risk of the patch falling off can deter some patients from using this method.
Pills are a common way to administer hormone therapy, much like other oral medications. Your prescribed dose of hormone replacement therapy is compounded into pills and taken at specified intervals. While pills are well-researched, they carry higher-risk side effects, especially in estrogen and testosterone therapies. They are typically prescribed for thyroid disorders and cyclical progesterone therapy.
Hormone replacement therapy injections are commonly used for testosterone or estrogen treatment and come in two types: intra-muscular and subcutaneous.
Intramuscular injections deliver hormones deep into the muscle tissue for faster absorption, while subcutaneous injections go just beneath the skin for a slower absorption rate. However, injections are often less favored than pellets due to the associated pain and the intensity of hormone delivery. Pellets offer a more stable dose, reducing side effects throughout the dosing cycle.
Michelle Walter2023-10-07Dr. Steve the chiropractor is fantastic! I've been seeing him since he started there about 3 years ago and I've always been very happy with his services and my results.
Thomas Katsahnias2023-10-04I have gone to Fox River a number of times for massages and experienced a few different massage therapists, all of whom have been top notch. Recently I woke up with a major pain in my back, and sought a massage same day to try and work out the pain. Scott was available later that day! He was very knowledgeable listened to what I was experiencing and proceeded to work out the pain. At the end of the session he also suggested/demonstrated a number of stretches that will help with the tightness, one of these stretches did the trick and combined with the massage I felt much better. Thank you!
Alan Weene2023-09-29The chiropractic team at Fox River MedSpa is fantastic, and the experience of working with them has been life changing. The combination of professional chiropractic adjustments, masterful soft tissue massage, and personalized physical therapy exercises provided by Dr. Steve, Scott, and Leslie have helped me fully recover from a major injury. I continue to see them weekly for preventative maintenance, and I've never felt better. They take time to fully understand the challenges you are facing and the pain you might be enduring, and they make a concerted effort to create a treatment plan that is right for you. I truly feel like they care about me as a person and they are invested in my well-being. I highly recommend their services.
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Julie Mahaffey2023-09-13Always warm and friendly service from check in to check out. Every service provider listens and tailors service to my requests.
Kathy Kent2023-09-13Primarily it was the wide array of services that I could choose from, if not today in the future as the reason I chose this Spa. The Spa takes a look at the total body incorporating yoga, relaxation, chiropractic care, massage, and skincare. Secondly, the Spa gives off that relaxing vibe.
Lucy Candelora2023-09-12Service is always amazing. I love the ambience. And I always get great results
