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Functional medicine support for cancer care
Expand your toolkit. Discover integrative strategies that support your body’s natural defenses alongside standard care.
Cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases in today’s society. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, approximately 40% of all U.S. adults will develop some form of cancer
throughout life — and the statistics only continue to climb. Yet ever since the dramatic rise of cancer began in the early 1990’s, the conventional treatment approach has remained limited. Luckily, there ARE other tools that can complement your cancer care.
Conventional Medicine Isn't the Only Option
Conventional Medicine
Conventional medicine offers the majority of patients just three options: radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery. Unable to distinguish between healthy and cancerous cells, all three of these methods are notoriously known for their harsh side effects that not only significantly reduce quality of life, but leave patients critically vulnerable to more diseases and secondary cancers. Additionally, none of these conventional treatments even attempt to address why cancer developed in the first place. Even when they effectively attack the symptoms of disease, patients often find a recurrence of disease later, as the root problem has been left untouched.
A Holistic Treatment
Complementary Cancer Care
A holistic treatment philosophy that considers each individual medically, physically, neurologically, and psychologically, rather than treating health problems merely as isolated diseases, functional medicine focuses on getting to the root cause of disease and providing relief from existing symptoms without causing additional damage or side effects. By utilizing a combination of therapies and approaching healing from every possible avenue, functional medicine offers more tools to cancer patients and maximizes healing odds.
Our Approach to Complementary Cancer Care
Therapies and Approach
Using this approach, we’ve been able to successfully assist patients with all stages and types of cancer at Michigan Health and Wellness. As the leaders for functional medicine in Traverse City, we’re proud to offer patients the most comprehensive protocols and highest level of care, including deep diagnostics and a personalized treatment protocol that involves nutrition and supplementation, preventative lifestyle factors, pre-existing conditions, and more.
The 3 Pillars of Functional Medicine for Complementary Cancer Care
Deep Diagnostic Testing
We go beyond the status quo to get a full and clear picture of your overall health.
Finding the Root Cause
By looking at environmental, lifestyle, and diagnostic factors we work to find the root cause.
Personalized Treatment
Every person is different, and that is why our treatments and therapies are specific to your needs and diagnosis.
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Transformation is Possible!
How is it Going for You?
- Are you experiencing limited cancer treatment options?
- Do you want to support your body while you heal, rather than tear it down?
- Has a healthcare provider recommended harsh treatments to you without even mentioning root causes, nutrition, or environmental/lifestyle factors?
We Are Here to Help
What’s Possible for You at Michigan Health & Wellness
As a patient at Michigan Health and Wellness, you’ll receive the most comprehensive treatment for complementary cancer care available anywhere.
Our team will meet with you to discuss and go over any previous lab work you have had done
Then we’ll perform our own exam to determine the best treatment options for your unique situation.
Next, an extensive functional medicine questionnaire will identify any lifestyle, nutrition, and environmental factors that may be compounding upon the issues you are experiencing
Then we’ll set up an additional diagnostics appointment for you (including blood tests, food sensitivities, stool tests, mold tests, and urinalysis) to help determine a possible root cause of the condition
Once all factors have been considered, we’ll offer you a treatment protocol that involves targeted therapies, lifestyle adjustments, food regimens, and any necessary supplements to set you firmly on the path to healing.
Stop Putting Your Life on Hold...
Get the Comprehensive Care You Deserve
Unfortunately, the cause of cancer doesn’t have one simple answer. Often, it develops as the result of multiple factors compounding in a patient’s body and potentially the environment. In order to effectively treat this disease, personalized care that addresses potential causes and restores the body’s ability to heal itself and work alongside cancer treatment is key.
If you or a loved one is facing cancer, getting to the root of the problem IS possible — and you shouldn’t have to settle for anything less than the most comprehensive care available.
