Unexplained Loss Of Feeling After Medical Procedure
Following a medical procedure that resulted in an unexpected loss of sensation and motion below her waist, Julia’s health journey started in 2021. She was hospitalized and given a Guillain-Barré Syndrome diagnosis; yet, her symptoms persisted.
The Challenge Of POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
She developed POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) over time, with fast heart rate, dyspnea, chronic headaches, neck pain, muscular spasms, and excessive tiredness. This made daily life a challenge for Julia.
Trying To Find A Solution For POTS
Desperate for answers, Julia saw many rheumatologists and neurologists but none could identify the underlying reason of her problems. She turned into a “mystery case,” and some physicians even thought her ailment may be psychological. Angry and still in pain, she started looking for workable answers.
Discovering Hope at PEAK Integrative Medicine
Julia chose a new path after learning about PEAK Integrative Medicine on Facebook. Starting with PEAK’s 6-Week Basecamp Program (addresses diet, lifestyle, and health promoting habits), her goal was to lower inflammation and bring her body back into natural equilibrium. By bringing the body back to a balanced state it has a better chance to heal naturally.
Lowering Inflammation Plus Therapeutic Approaches
Focusing on a whole-food diet to lower inflammation, her treatment strategy consisted of eliminating gluten, dairy, alcohol, and processed sweets. Additionally she took advantage of a few of PEAK’s therapeutic services and other therapies:
- Red Light Therapy: Designed to boost cell performance and encourage healing.
- IV Nutrient Therapy & NAD+ Injections: Supplied vital vitamins and cellular energy assistance.
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Raised body’s oxygen levels to hasten neuron regeneration and healing.
Building Strength and Living Pain-Free
Because of Julia’s hard work she has seen amazing results. Julia’s persistent pain, muscular spasms, and nerve agony vanished. She recovered movement, vitality, and the capacity to do the activities she had thought were gone permanently. Julia was able to reclaim her health and her life.
Her most emotional moment occurred when she knew she could stand long enough to fix her daughter’s hair and accompany her shopping for a school formal. She struggled for years until at last she felt stronger and healthier than she had before she became ill.
“I owe everything to PEAK. They never gave up on me, even when other doctors did. They were patient, supportive, and never once made me feel like my illness was in my head. Now, I feel better than I did before I got sick.”
PEAK’s Approach to Chronic Illness
Unlike traditional medicine, which often focuses only on the symptoms, PEAK Integrative Medicine looks at each individuals health. By identifying root causes and adopting a custom approach to your health, we can help you reach PEAK health.