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Functional Medicine Solutions for Irritable bowel syndrome
Address digestive symptoms and uncover contributing factors with a personalized approach to IBS care.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Currently affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States alone, according to the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders.
IBS is characterized by abdominal discomfort and pain, altered bowel habits, diarrhea and/or constipation, and digestive symptoms such as dyspepsia, dysphagia, non-cardiac chest pain, and nausea, IBS can range from moderate disruption to completely debilitating. This unpredictability can have a severe impact on patients’ emotional, social, and professional lives.
A Conventional Approach to IBS
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Conventional medicine currently focuses only on managing symptoms and relies heavily on medication to do so — but over time, these medications (which often include antidepressants and opiates) can disrupt the sensitive gut microbiome even more and cause their own list of side effects.
Luckily, there ARE other options.
A Holistic Treatment
Functional Medicine for IBS
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 patients with IBS and maximizes healing odds.
Our Different Approach to IBS
Therapies and Approach
Using this approach, we’ve been able to successfully help patients with IBS at Michigan Health and Wellness build the foundation for healing. As the leaders of 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 IBS
Deep Diagnostic Testing
We go beyond the status quo to get a full and clear picture of your health and address any pre-existing conditions.
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 options?
- Do you feel like doctors aren’t listening to you and are sweeping your symptoms under the rug?
- Did a healthcare provider prescribe medication to you without even mentioning nutrition, environmental/lifestyle factors, or deep diagnostic testing?
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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome 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
IBS is a multifactorial disease, developing as the result of multiple factors in the patient’s body and potentially environment. As such, personalized care to understand each patient’s unique triggers and biological makeup is key. If you or a loved one is struggling with IBS, 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. Learn how functional medicine at Michigan Health and Wellness can help you with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
