Bioidentical hormones are substances that have a chemical structure identical to those produced naturally in the human body. As we age, our hormone levels can become imbalanced, leading to undesirable symptoms. Replacing these hormones can help alleviate issues like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, decreased libido, weight gain, hair loss, and mood changes.
Getting your hormones tested is crucial so that your doctor can evaluate your bioidentical hormone treatment over time. We analyze your symptoms along with blood, saliva, or urine tests to determine which hormones need balancing. This personalized approach helps us prescribe the right hormones at the proper strengths.
- Estrogen: Reduces hot flashes, vaginal dryness, etc. - Progesterone: Regulates menstrual cycle, aids sleep, etc. - Testosterone: Boosts libido, energy, strength, etc. - Thyroid (T3 & T4): Affects metabolism, weight, mood, etc.
Balancing your hormones with bioidentical hormone therapy can profoundly improve wellbeing and vitality. Patients report life-changing improvements in many areas:
- Improved mood regulation and reduced anxiety/irritability - Increased motivation and feelings of wellbeing - Reduced brain fog and sharper focus - Protection against cognitive decline and dementia
- Stronger bones and muscles - Reduced risk of heart disease and stroke - Decreased UTIs and vaginal infections - Relief from PMS and painful periods
Bioidentical hormone therapy also helps men correct testosterone deficiency. Benefits include increased muscle mass and strength, fat loss, boosted sex drive, improved mood and cognition, healthier cholesterol levels, and reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes.
We also offer TRT therapy to help men suffering from low testosterone restore strength, vitality and performance.
Getting a comprehensive hormone panel is the first step in balancing your bioidentical hormones. We analyze your blood, saliva, or urine to pinpoint which hormone levels are out of balance. Testing also establishes a starting point against which we can measure your progress on hormone replacement therapy.
Based on your test results and symptoms, your practitioner will devise a customized bioidentical hormone treatment plan. They will prescribe high quality compounded hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, DHEA, thyroid hormone, and others to specifically target your deficiencies and optimize your hormone levels.
There are numerous options for taking bioidentical hormone replacements so that you can choose the method that best fits your lifestyle:
We closely track your progress through follow up tests and appointments. This allows us to make precise dosage tweaks over time to help you feel your absolute best. Most patients start feeling real improvements after only 3-6 weeks on their bioidentical hormone protocol.
Seeking prompt bioidentical hormone replacement to correct deficiencies is crucial for preserving wellness as you age. Lingering imbalances can significantly impair quality of life and elevate risk for certain diseases over time.
Without treatment, hormone imbalance symptoms like night sweats, brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, and loss of sex drive will likely grow more severe instead of improving. Their impact on work, relationships, sleep, and daily happiness can become more pronounced over months and years.
Hormone deficiencies also raise your risk for serious diseases, especially if left untreated in the long term:
Balancing hormones promptly can help mitigate these elevated risks.
Low hormones speed up the visible aging process. Deficiencies lead to faster wrinkling, muscle loss, weight gain, hair thinning, and frailty. Correcting them helps you preserve vibrancy and a youthful appearance.
Don’t settle for a declining state of health and wellness due to hormonal imbalance. Our expert practitioners can get your levels optimized safely with bioidentical hormone replacement tailored to your needs. You’ll look better, feel better, and reduce disease risks so that you can truly thrive in this stage of life.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. Although marketed as "natural," the body processes bioidentical estrogens and progestins very similarly to synthetics. More research is needed to fully understand the risks and benefits of both types of hormone therapy.
With The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic, correcting your hormone deficiency is precise, personalized, and proactive. We empower patients with the tools needed to defy aging by optimizing hormones for peak wellness.
Our practitioners have extensive advanced training and decades of experience prescribing bioidentical hormone therapy. We stay current on the latest medical research to inform enhanced treatment protocols leveraging optimal hormone testing and drug delivery methods.
We listen carefully and get to know each patient as an individual. After thoroughly evaluating symptoms and diagnostic results, we develop a customized treatment plan to address your unique deficiencies and goals.
While we focus closely on restoring optimal hormone balance through replacement therapy, we also provide lifestyle and dietary guidance for amplifying those benefits. Sleep, nutrition, stress management, and physical activity influence hormonal health significantly.
We closely track patient progress and regularly adjust treatments to help you feel your best over months and years on hormone replacement. We are our patient’s biggest advocates and guide you through all the stages of balancing your essential hormones.
With an Aliquippa location, we offer a modern clinic close to home. Our welcoming office and knowledgeable staff provide a comfortable atmosphere for productive consultations and efficient lab testing all in one place.
We verify your coverage details and file all the claim paperwork for your treatment so that you receive the maximum benefits you’re entitled to with no hassles.
Don't struggle with a declining state of health, weight gain, loss of vitality or joy, relationship strain, or elevated disease risk due to hormonal imbalance. We identify deficiencies precisely through testing and correct them promptly and safely with expertly prescribed bioidentical hormones tailored to your needs.
Aliquippa enjoys a temperate four-season climate ideal for year-round bioidentical hormone therapy and an active lifestyle. Winters average highs in the 30s and lows around 20 Fahrenheit. Spring and fall see pleasant 60 degree days. Summers peak in the 80s with moderate humidity. This comfortable variety of conditions accommodates hiking, biking, water sports, golf, tennis, and many other invigorating activities to complement your renewed energy and wellness from hormone balance.
- Franklin Mall: This vibrant shopping center full of eateries and stores is perfect for leisurely indoor walks any time of year. - McKee Park: Stroll or jog this scenic 32 acre park's paved 1.1 mile loop trail through woods and meadows. - Beaver Riverfront Trail: Walk along the river and grab a bite in town after.
- Steel Valley Fitness: State of the art equipment and classes near the clinic - The Exercise Coach: Personalized strength training with certified coaches - Orangetheory Fitness: High intensity heart rate monitored workouts
We have partnerships with the following labs and imaging centers in Aliquippa offering convenient hormone testing and imaging services:
- Woodhouse Day Spa Pittsburgh/Cranberry: Pamper yourself with massage, body treatments, skincare, and more during your transformation back to wellness and vitality through expert bioidentical hormone replacement with The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic! We’ll refer you for a complimentary first time visit. - Scott Garden and Lawn: Visit this peaceful nursery and botanical oasis to decompress amidst nature’s beauty. - Mines & Meadows ATV Park: Enjoy exhilarating trail rides on your newfound energy in this scenic park!
Correcting hormone deficiency improves all aspects of patients’ lives, from eliminating unpleasant symptoms to amplifying energy, appearance, and happiness. The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic’ experts identify imbalances promptly through testing and then prescribe personalized bioidentical hormone therapies to target deficiencies for fast, life-enhancing benefits unique to your needs. We also arm patients with nutritional and lifestyle guidance to maximize treatment outcomes in a comfortable local setting with a collaborative partnership for ongoing success. Defy aging and thrive with help from Aliquippa's top bioidentical hormone replacement specialists at The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic! Call today for a consultation.
