Functional medicine is root-cause medicine. It digs deeper, finding the true source of symptoms because that's the most efficient way to develop a treatment plan. At Big Life Integrative Health, our functional medicine experts are certified by the prestigious Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM,) demonstrating the highest level of specialized training in this field. We're here to work hand in hand with you to help you feel not only better, but your best ever.
Understanding Functional Medicine
Functional medicine employs a holistic, systems-based strategy. Instead of just treating symptoms, we seek to pinpoint and treat the underlying problems. With this approach, we provide personalized care that promotes long-term health and well-being by examining the whole person and their unique history.
Functional medicine is about creating a partnership between patient and provider, empowering individuals to take an active role in their healing process. The approach is science-driven and designed to address fundamental questions: How can I live my healthiest life? How can I manage my condition holistically? How can I prevent chronic disease? You'll find personalized answers to all of these questions with functional medicine.
Conditions Treated with Functional Medicine
Functional medicine is ideal for anyone seeking natural, whole-body solutions for chronic or complex conditions. It's also helpful for anyone looking to optimize their health and wellness. Some of the many problems this approach can help address are:
- Autoimmune Diseases: Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and others
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Leaky Gut
- Food Sensitivities
- Hormone Imbalances
- Thyroid Disorders
- Menopause
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
Many patients come to us with symptoms that don't make sense when taken at face value. Our job is to do the detective work: Finding the true reason for your symptoms, providing an accurate diagnosis, and finding the ideal treatment approach.
The Functional Medicine Approach
Focusing on the "why" rather than just the "what," functional medicine digs deep to uncover the root causes of health issues. Our providers evaluate a patient's medical history in-depth, sometimes tracing problems to early life experiences or environments. Comprehensive testing plays a crucial role, often including evaluations for:
- Toxins
- Mold Exposure
- Nutrient Deficiencies
- Hormone imbalances
- Chronic Stress
- Mitochondrial Dysfunction
- Neural Dysregulation
- Genetic Predispositions
Once root causes are identified, a customized treatment plan is developed. Common components include:
- Nutritional Counseling
- Stress Management
- Lifestyle Guidance
- Hormone Balancing
- Detoxification
- Supplements
Each patient's treatment is unique. We can also merge functional medicine strategies with Western medicine. Our team takes the approach that works best for your unique needs.
Functional Medicine and Direct Primary Care
Functional medicine can complement direct primary care (DPC) by offering a deeper dive into chronic issues or preventative health strategies. While DPC focuses on accessible, ongoing care, functional medicine takes a more specialized approach for patients seeking solutions to persistent problems or exploring healthy aging strategies. Patients enrolled in DPC get functional medicine at a discounted rate.
Why Choose Us for Functional Medicine?
Our team is certified by the IFM, ensuring you get efficient, personalized care from highly skilled functional medicine professionals. We were recently honored with Lone Tree's "Best of the Best" awards in men's health, women's health, integrative natural health, and hormone health, highlighting our dedication to excellence. We offer comprehensive care in one place, including direct primary care, functional medicine, medical aesthetics, and everything you need to stay healthy and thriving.
Functional Medicine FAQs
Treatments include nutrition plans, lifestyle changes, supplements, detox programs, and a collaborative approach between provider and patient.
Your journey begins with an in-depth intake that evaluates medical, emotional, and lifestyle factors.
Functional testing may include GI panels, hormone metabolite analysis, cortisol tests, toxin evaluations, genetic assessments, and other tests.
Packages range from $550 for a single visit to $1,500 for three visits. DPC members receive a 15% discount on these fees.
Lab tests and supplements are additional but are available at discounted rates.
Many tests are drawn in-house, but some require special processing at labs like Labcorp, where patients can use their insurance.
The Best Functional Medicine Specialist in Lone Tree, CO
As one of the select few IFM-certified functional medicine specialists in our area, Big Life Integrative Health offers an unmatched array of comprehensive services. Our empathetic functional medicine experts have an innate, in-depth understanding of the complex workings of every system in the human body, giving you the answers you need and the solutions you seek.
Call our office at 303-952-8832 to book your consultation.
