FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DOWNTOWN MIAMI

Finding the Cause Is the Key to Healing
The most important part of healing is identifying the root cause of your health issues. Functional medicine focuses on uncovering biochemical imbalances and underlying causes of disease, rather than just masking symptoms with medication.

For example, if you are experiencing heartburn, a traditional doctor may prescribe an antacid. While this may provide temporary relief, long-term use of antacids can create additional health problems — some severe enough that legal actions against manufacturers have occurred.

Looking for the Root Cause

The causes of disease can come from:

• Toxins (heavy metals, environmental chemicals)

• Emotional issues or past traumas

• Pinched nerves

• Gut dysbiosis

• Hormone imbalances

• And more

Many people in Downtown Miami seek functional medicine practitioners, like Dr. Lisa Owen, to identify and treat the real causes of illness and improve overall health.

Functional medicine primarily focuses on biochemical imbalances, including:

• Heavy metal toxicity

• Allergies

• Hormonal imbalances

• Genetic influences

A symptom survey often guides the doctor to determine which areas to investigate first. Common tests may include:

• Allergy Testing

• Organic Acids Testing

• Hormone Testing (Saliva)

• Nutritional Status Testing

• Genetic Testing

• Hair Strand Testing

• Functional Blood Testing

• Muscle Testing

Real-Life Example

Bob, Age 40
A patient came in with severe, chronic heartburn that had persisted for years. Using a bio-meridian scanner (which checks energy lines used in acupuncture), the patient received one acupuncture treatment. Although he initially felt unwell the next day and couldn’t work, after four months he had not experienced a single episode of heartburn.

Previously, he suffered side effects from his medication, including:

• Headache

• Nausea

• Fatigue

• Itching

• Rash

• Kidney disease

After treatment, he experienced immediate relief from nearly all medication side effects.

Hormonal and Stress-Related Health Issues

Today, 30% of adults report experiencing anxiety, with adrenal stress disorder being one of the most common hormonal problems. Symptoms may include:

• Severe fatigue

• Lack of sexual desire

• Menstrual cramps

• Insomnia

• Indigestion and constipation

• Impaired immunity

• Digestive diseases

• Heart disease

• Increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Functional Medicine Treatments

Starting with a symptom survey and your most recent blood tests, Dr. Owen can help uncover the root causes of your health issues without unnecessary, expensive testing. Treatments may include:

• Acupuncture

• Nutritional therapies

• Homeopathic remedies

• Herbal medicine

• Nutraceuticals

• Chiropractic adjustments

• Neuro Emotional Technique (NET)

• Detoxification programs

• Laser therapy

• Muscle testing

• Applied kinesiology

Consultations

Consultations are available by telephone, especially given ongoing COVID-19 concerns. We recommend not coming into the office if you have an active illness.

Get a free 15-minute consultation today! Call (305) 391-3853 in Downtown Miami.