A Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness
At Sylvia Chiropractic in Kinston, NC, we believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms. That’s why we’re proud to offer functional medicine—an innovative, patient-centered approach that addresses the root causes of disease and promotes optimal wellness.
What Is Functional Medicine?
Functional medicine is a science-based healthcare approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of illness. Unlike conventional medicine, which often treats symptoms with medications, functional medicine practitioners look at the complex web of interactions in a patient’s history, physiology, and lifestyle that can lead to illness.
This approach recognizes that each patient is biochemically unique and requires personalized treatment plans. By understanding how your body’s systems interact, functional medicine providers can create targeted interventions that restore balance and promote long-term health.
How Does Functional Medicine Differ from Traditional Healthcare?
Traditional medicine excels at treating acute conditions and emergencies, but functional medicine shines when addressing chronic health issues. Here are the key differences:
- Root Cause Focus: Rather than simply managing symptoms, functional medicine identifies why you’re experiencing health problems in the first place.
- Personalized Treatment: Every patient receives an individualized treatment plan based on their unique genetic makeup, environment, and lifestyle factors.
- Integrative Approach: Functional medicine combines the best of conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary therapies, including nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and natural supplements.
- Patient Partnership: You become an active participant in your healing journey, working closely with your provider to achieve your health goals.
Conditions Treated with Functional Medicine
Functional medicine has proven effective for a wide range of chronic conditions, including:
- Digestive disorders (IBS, SIBO, leaky gut syndrome)
- Hormonal imbalances and thyroid dysfunction
- Autoimmune diseases
- Chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia
- Metabolic syndrome and diabetes
- Cardiovascular disease
- Chronic pain and inflammation
- Mental health concerns, including anxiety and depression
Functional Medicine at Sylvia Chiropractic
Our team at Sylvia Chiropractic combines the benefits of chiropractic care with functional medicine principles to provide comprehensive, holistic treatment. We utilize advanced diagnostic testing, including comprehensive blood work, hormone panels, and nutritional assessments, to gain deep insights into your health status.
Our functional medicine services include personalized nutrition planning, supplement recommendations, lifestyle coaching, and targeted therapies designed to optimize your body’s natural healing abilities. By addressing structural alignment through chiropractic adjustments and internal balance through functional medicine, we help patients achieve remarkable improvements in their overall health and quality of life.
Take the First Step Toward Optimal Health
If you’re struggling with chronic health issues that haven’t responded to conventional treatment, functional medicine may be the answer you’ve been searching for. The team at Sylvia Chiropractic is dedicated to helping patients in Kinston, NC, and surrounding areas discover the root causes of their health concerns and develop effective, personalized treatment strategies.
Contact Sylvia Chiropractic today to schedule a functional medicine consultation. Let us partner with you on your journey to optimal health and wellness. Your body has an incredible capacity to heal—we’re here to help you unlock that potential.