What is Functional Cardiology?
A Functional Integrative Cardiology Practice seeks to merge the best of conventional cardiology with functional and integrative approaches for a more holistic, personalized, with a strong focus on prevention and reversal of established disease.
1. Conventional Cardiology
This includes the use of ECGs, stress tests, blood tests, and imaging studies to monitor heart health.
Use of medications to control conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and arrhythmias.
Procedures such as angioplasty, stenting, and bypass surgery are used to treat blockages in the coronary arteries.
2. Functional Medicine
This approach seeks to identify and address the root causes of diseases rather than simply treating the symptoms.
Emphasis on diet, exercise, stress management, and sleep as fundamental to maintaining heart health.
Recommending pharmaceutical grade vitamins, minerals, and other supplements to address deficiencies or support health.
Tailored treatment plans based on individual genetics, environment, and lifestyle.
Incorporating mind-body techniques such as meditation and biofeedback for overall wellness.
3. Integrative Approaches
Incorporating therapies such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, or herbal medicine where appropriate.
Techniques to reduce stress and promote mental health, which are important for heart health, including meditation and biofeedback.
Focusing on the patient as a whole person, considering all aspects of their life and health.