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- How We Treat Digestive Disorders
Gastrointestinal (GI) problems are among the most common complaints reported to physicians. Constipation and diarrhea, heartburn and ulcers, irritable and inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's and celiac disease: These and other GI problems affect tens of millions of Americans.
Not surprisingly, drugs are the primary therapies for treating these conditions. Laxatives are among the best-selling over-the-counter drugs, and prescriptions for aggressively advertised, side effect-riddled ulcer and heartburn medications are handed out like candy at Halloween.
Diagnosis and treatment of some GI problems, however, present a challenge. For example, it can take years for patients to get a correct diagnosis for chronic conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's, and celiac disease. And once they're identified, these disorders are all too often treated with drugs aimed at reducing symptoms rather getting to the root of the problem.
Our Whitaker Wellness physicians are excellent diagnosticians who are acutely aware of the subtle signs of GI diseases. They are well-versed in specialized laboratory tests that look for food allergies, intestinal permeability (leaky gut), candida, dysbiosis (an imbalance of bacteria in the gut), parasites, and functional bowel problems. Furthermore, our doctors are highly experienced in treating these underlying causes, with a focus on reversing chronic problems and improving overall health.
- Our Drug-Free Approach
Supplements, Not Drugs
Following your history and physical examination, your Whitaker Wellness physician will prescribe a personalized program of herbs, amino acids, enzymes, probiotics, and other nutrients that nurture the gastrointestinal tract and provide long-lasting benefits for a variety of GI problems—along with noninvasive therapies that reduce symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Acupuncture
One of our unique therapies for chronic digestive problems and gastrointestinal
pain is acupuncture. Studies have shown that acupuncture provides broad benefits for patients suffering with heartburn, bloating, constipation, and other GI symptoms. This ancient therapy is also very effective at relieving stress, which may be a contributing cause of many GI disorders. Patients undergoing acupuncture often report significant improvements in mood and general well-being along with a reduction in symptoms.
Microcurrent Therapy
Another valuable therapy for a wide range of conditions, including those affecting
the GI tract, is microcurrent therapy. When specific-frequency, very low-intensity electrical currents are delivered to problematic areas, they help normalize cellular activity, relieve pain, and restore normal function.
- Personalized Lifestyle Program
Not surprisingly, many gastrointestinal disorders are diet-related. Inadequate fiber and excessive intake of starches and sugars are common dietary indiscretions that may lead to constipation, gas, bloating, and other problems. Many affected patients also have undiagnosed food sensitivities, and identifying and eliminating problematic foods often provides significant relief of symptoms.
During your visit to the clinic, our Whitaker Wellness nutritionist will create a personalized diet plan to help you avoid flare-ups and allow your digestive system to heal. And should you participate in our Back to Health Program, our hands-on workshops will give teach you how to shop for and prepare the recommended foods once you return home.
- Our Patient Success Stories
Click the links below to read about how the Whitaker Wellness Institute helped people just like you find relief from heartburn, ulcers, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, celiac and Crohn's disease, and other digestive disorders.
- Additional Articles on Digestive Disorders
Click the links below to read more about how the Whitaker Wellness Institute's natural therapies can alleviate a broad range of digestive disorders.
You owe it to yourself to explore how the unique, drug-free therapies offered at the Whitaker Wellness Institute can turn your health around. Call us at (800) 488-1500 to speak with a Patient Services Representative. We can customize a treatment program that fits both your budget and your health goals.
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