The human body relies on a complex network of hormones that regulate nearly all major processes and functions. When hormone levels drop below optimal ranges, significant symptoms and health conditions can result. At Horizon Hormone Therapy, we specialize in hormone testing, optimization therapies including hrt, nutritional support, and lifestyle guidance to help patients restore hormonal balance, reverse deficiency signs, improve quality of life, and achieve long-lasting health.
Hormones are chemical messengers secreted by glands throughout the body that travel through the bloodstream to trigger functions in target organs and tissues. Major hormone groups include:
Hormones work together to regulate critical biological processes:
When hormones fall out of optimal ranges, significant impacts across mental, physical, and emotional health can occur.
Due to factors like aging, chronic stress, and poor lifestyle habits, hormone deficiencies are extremely common. Up to 80% of people suffer from some type of imbalance by age 60.
Signs and symptoms of low hormones include:
If you are experiencing any of these issues, hormone testing is highly recommended to pinpoint imbalances early for prompt treatment through optimization therapy regimens like hrt.
Managing hormone deficiencies through testing, treatment, and ongoing monitoring significantly improves patient symptoms, long-term health, and quality of life. That's why the experienced practitioners at Horizon Hormone Therapy focus on complete care through all stages:
The first step is specialized hormone testing to accurately evaluate individual hormone levels - critical for determining the best therapy protocols and doses. We utilize advanced testing methods not offered through standard labs for a comprehensive analysis, including:
Once hormone imbalances are identified, customized treatment plans are created which may include:
Protocols are tailored to each patient for optimal safety and efficacy with a focus on restoring balance.
We closely track patient progress through follow up testing and evaluations, tuning programs when needed while providing nutritional and lifestyle guidance for better, longer-lasting results. Key areas we focus on include:
With our complete care model focused on the latest advancements in testing and therapies paired with compassionate support, patients see life-changing improvements.
What sets Horizon Hormone Therapy apart is our patient-first approach centered around open communication, accessible pricing, personalized care and proven results:
We know just how much hormones impact health and quality of life at any age. That's why our dedicated team works tirelessly until deficiencies are corrected and wellbeing restored for every patient.
Below outlines a high-level overview of beginning hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and other protocols for testosterone, thyroid, adrenal, and other hormones at Horizon Hormone Therapy:
There are several safe, effective options to administer hormone medications including:
The method chosen depends on hormone type, dosage needs, patient preference and insurance coverage.
All hormone medications have potential side effects, but customized protocols based on testing/monitoring makes therapy quite safe. For testosterone, we prescribe natural bioidentical hormones and never super-physiological dosages to minimize risks.
Balancing hormones goes beyond medications alone. We counsel all patients around key areas like nutrition, activity, stress reduction and sleep for better treatment results and longevity.
Eating a nourishing diet full of healthy fats, proteins and micronutrients while limiting sugar, alcohol and refined carbohydrates provides the raw materials needed for optimal hormonal output and response at any age. Our nutritionists can offer personalized plans during therapy.
Regular cardio and strength training is vital for keeping hormones in check long-term. We work with local gyms like Vitruvian Fitness, Gold's Gym and Core Power Yoga Midland to make fitness during treatment accessible and enjoyable.
Ongoing emotional support improves adherence and experience during hormone therapy. Excellent therapists like Bailey Matthews, LPCC offer counseling and stress reduction through yoga, meditation and more, while community groups like Washington Community bring Midlanders together.
We find that cool, dry weather enables patients to adhere to treatment protocols more easily due to factors like better sleep quality and comfort. Fall and winter are wonderful times of year in Midland for intensive testing and launching therapy like TRT with lovely outdoor relaxation spots such as Midland Botanical Gardens open year-round. Connect with us to learn more and get started!
Estrogen hormone therapy may help strengthen women's bones and reduce fracture risk after menopause. Multiple studies indicate it can increase bone mineral density in spine and hips when started soon after menopause, though effects seem reduced if begun many years later.
