Functional Medicine

  • Gut Health

  • Allergy Management

  • Bone Health

  • Skin Health

  • Auto-Immune Conditions

  • Male Health and Hormone Balance

  • Longevity

  • Weight Management

  • Sports Performance

Functional Medicine FAQ

During your initial consultation, your practitioner will conduct a thorough review of your health history, discuss your lifestyle and dietary habits, and may suggest specific diagnostic tests. This comprehensive evaluation helps in crafting a personalized treatment plan.

The timeline for seeing results can differ based on your specific situation and the health issue being addressed. Some individuals may begin to feel better within a few weeks, while others might need several months to observe significant changes. This method focuses on steady, long-lasting improvements that target the underlying causes of health concerns.

Yes, Functional Medicine is generally considered safe because it focuses on natural treatments and lifestyle modifications. It’s important to work with a qualified practitioner who can ensure the treatments are appropriate and complement any other medical care you are receiving.

Functional Medicine often involves adjustments to your diet, exercise routine, and stress management practices. These changes are tailored to your specific needs and are introduced in a way that is manageable and sustainable over the long term.

Yes, Functional Medicine can work alongside traditional medical treatments. Practitioners often collaborate with your primary care provider to ensure that all aspects of your health are addressed in a complementary way.

Functional Medicine recognizes that everyone’s health journey is different. Your treatment plan is crafted to align with your specific health issues, genetic background, and daily habits, with a focus on addressing the fundamental causes of your condition.

Functional Medicine Fees

Visit our office in West Des Moines for an appointment. We offer consultations at different timeframes to meet your needs.

  • 15 minutes: $75
  • 30 minutes: $150
  • 60 minutes: $300

Understanding Your Health: A Functional Medicine Approach

Conventional medicine typically addresses health issues as individual symptoms. In contrast, functional medicine delves deeper, targeting the root causes of your health challenges.

What is Functional Medicine?

Imagine an iceberg. The tip represents your symptoms, like diabetes or fibromyalgia. Functional medicine dives deeper, exploring the hidden imbalances and dysfunctions beneath the surface that contribute to those symptoms.

Functional medicine works to correct these underlying issues, helping you achieve long-term health and a better quality of life.

Why is Functional Medicine Important?

Today’s healthcare system often relies on quick fixes for chronic conditions. While these can be helpful in emergencies, they may not address the underlying issues for long-term health.

Functional medicine offers a more comprehensive approach, using two key principles:

  • Support your body’s natural healing: It aims to identify and address any deficiencies that prevent your body from functioning optimally.
  • Remove obstacles to health: It looks for factors that hinder your body’s natural healing processes.

How Does Functional Medicine Work?

Functional medicine practitioners employ various methods, such as:

  • Comprehensive lab tests: Identifying the underlying factors contributing to your health issues.
  • In-depth consultations: Gaining insights into your personal health history and lifestyle choices.
  • Detailed consultations: To understand your unique medical history and lifestyle.
    • Natural supplements (vitamins, herbs, etc.)
    • Conventional medicine (when needed)
    • This holistic approach aims to empower you to take control of your health and reach your optimal well-being.

Key Focus Areas

We provide specialized care for a wide range of health concerns that are interconnected, helping you achieve improved well-being through tailored treatments.

  • Gut Health: The health of your digestive system is fundamental to your overall wellness. Conditions like H. pylori, leaky gut, GERD, IBD, bloating, and SIBO can disrupt your body’s balance and lead to a cascade of other health issues. Using functional medicine, we dig deep to uncover and treat the root causes of these digestive problems, helping to restore your gut health and enhance your quality of life.

  • Allergy Management: Allergies often signal an imbalance within your body. Our approach involves identifying the specific allergens that trigger your symptoms and strengthening your immune system, which helps to reduce allergic reactions and promote overall health.

  • Bone Health: Strong bones are crucial for maintaining mobility and an active lifestyle, particularly as you age. We offer personalized strategies to support bone density, prevent osteoporosis, and ensure your skeletal system remains strong and resilient.

  • Skin Health: Your skin is often a mirror of your internal health. Issues such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis can indicate underlying imbalances. We focus on addressing the root causes of these skin conditions, helping you achieve clearer, healthier skin by improving your internal well-being.

  •  Auto-Immune Conditions: Auto-immune diseases can be challenging to manage, but with a functional medicine approach, we aim to modulate your immune system, reduce inflammation, and alleviate symptoms, providing a pathway to better health.

  •  Male Health and Hormone Balance: Hormonal imbalances can have a significant impact on men’s energy levels, mood, and overall health. We focus on identifying these imbalances and creating a personalized plan to restore hormone levels and improve vitality.

  •  Longevity: While aging is inevitable, how you age can be influenced by your health choices. Our treatments are designed to promote longevity by supporting your body’s natural processes, reducing the impact of aging, and enhancing your overall quality of life as you grow older.

  • Weight Management:  Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is about more than just diet and exercise. We help you address the underlying factors that contribute to weight gain, such as hormonal imbalances and metabolic issues, providing you with a comprehensive plan for weight loss and long-term management.

  • Sports Performance: Whether you’re a professional athlete or simply enjoy staying active, optimal sports performance requires a body that functions at its best. We offer strategies that enhance performance, speed up recovery, and reduce the risk of injury, helping you reach your full potential.

Treating the Root Cause, Not Just Symptoms

Traditional medicine often focuses on suppressing symptoms with medication. Functional medicine, however, aims to restore your body’s natural balance, potentially reducing or eliminating the need for medication in the long run.

Your Path to Wellness Begins Here!

Our experts in chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, and massage therapy work as a team to provide holistic care that meets your specific needs. Book your appointment today and experience coordinated care.

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Dr. Wilson and Dr, Alec (PT) are both top-notch, and I’ve trusted my whole family with Dr. Matt Wilson for the last couple of years. My father was a chiropractor for over 40 years, so I knew what I was looking for, and he’s the best we’ve found in the area.  Their approach is to get you feeling better, and not to string things out, costing you more time and money than necessary. While they have all the equipment necessary (x-ray, etc) they don’t push unneeded services or snake oils. Both are caring, competent, and compassionate. The staff is good about finding appointments when you need them, and scheduling you with multiple people in a visit whenever possible. The new building is clean, well-appointed, and comfortable. Wait times are short, too. My husband has also had a therapy-based deep tissue massage from one of the two new massage therapists, and said it really helped!

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