Functional Medicine for Psoriasis Treatment: Introduction
Psoriasis affects millions of people in the US and worldwide, and functional medicine for psoriasis treatment is a new, leading edge approach to detecting, removing, and repairing the root cause of psoriasis.
It is important to understand that psoriasis is a chronic and often debilitating skin condition caused by the immune system attacking the skin.
Psoriasis is being caused by the immune system, it is an immune system problem first, the skin is simply the target.
Psoriasis is characterized by red, scaly patches known as plaques, which can be itchy, painful and can also crack and bleed.
While traditional treatments such as topical and systemic medications and light therapy can provide temporary relief, they often fail to address the underlying causes of psoriasis and may have unwanted side effects.
Functional medicine offers a holistic, personalized approach to treating psoriasis that addresses the underlying causes, rather than just treating the symptoms.
By identifying and addressing the root causes of psoriasis, functional medicine practitioners work with patients to create a treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs.
This may include changes in nutrition and lifestyle, supplements, herbs and mind-body therapies, all of which have been proven to be effective in reducing symptoms and improving overall health.
Research has also shown that functional medicine approach is beneficial in treating other chronic conditions, and many patients have reported significant improvement in symptoms and an improvement in overall well-being when using functional medicine approach for psoriasis.
So if you or a loved one are living with psoriasis and looking for a more effective and holistic treatment option, Functional Medicine for Psoriasis Treatment is the way to go.
Don't let psoriasis control your life any longer. Reach out to a qualified and experienced functional medicine practitioner today and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.
With functional medicine, you will have a good chance of dampening the psoriasis flares and maybe even putting it into remission.
We will do everything we can to help you finally say goodbye to the symptoms of psoriasis and hello to a life free of pain and discomfort.
- You may also want to read:
- Learn Dr. Shook's Functional Medicine Approach
- Need Help? We work with people virtually across the US and in other countries.
About the Author:
Dr. Shook has psoriasis and Hashimoto's disease and has trained extensively in functional medicine, epigenetics, and human performance optimization. DrBradShook.com is a resource to help people with Hashimoto's disease, thyroid dysfunction, and other autoimmune conditions learn more about how they can complement their current medical care and support their thyroid and autoimmunity naturally.
