Could integrative medicine help you stay healthy? The patient-centered medical approach offered by Dr. Melissa LeMay Bachman and Dr. Chad Bachman of Reno Health Institute in Reno, NV, provides many benefits for your health and well-being.

The basics of integrative medicine

Integrative medicine practitioners draw from a variety of medical disciplines in treating their patients, rather than relying solely on traditional medicine. In fact, they may incorporate traditional, complementary, and alternative medicine treatments and approaches in your treatment plan.

For example, your arthritis pain might be treated with acupuncture, Chinese herbal medications, deep tissue massage, cupping therapy, exercise recommendations, and prescription medications, if needed. Your doctor draws on his or her vast knowledge of conventional medicine and natural approaches to find the best, safest treatment options for you.

Integrative medical practitioners treat a variety of medical problems, including:

• Acute (sudden) illnesses and injuries
• Chronic diseases and conditions, like high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, and asthma
• Women's health needs
• Hormonal disorders
• Pain management
• Thyroid disorders
• Digestive problems
• Headaches and migraines
• Infertility
• Stress
• Trouble sleeping
• Anxiety

You're more than just a set of symptoms to your integrative medicine practitioner

Your visit to the Reno office may be a little different than your usual medical appointments. In addition to reviewing your symptoms and medical history, your doctor will also ask you a few questions about your job, family, lifestyle, emotional health, and stress level.

Treatments don't just focus on relieving symptoms but on identifying and treating the source of your problems. Contributing factors, such as stress, lack of exercise, poor diet, or social isolation, will also be addressed in your treatment plan.

You'll play an active role in your treatment. Your thoughts, beliefs, and concerns will be treated with the utmost respect and incorporated into your treatment plan. Your condition and the various treatment options will be explained in clear, easy-to-understand language that will help you choose the best treatment choice for you.

Are you ready to make an integrative medicine appointment with Dr. Melissa LeMay Bachman or Chad Bachman? Call Reno Health Institute in Reno, NV, at (775) 507-4740 to schedule your appointment.