When you have a chronic condition, you may want to use a conservative method of treatment. For alternative medicine in Selma, TX, Dr. Anthony Wright and Dr. Gloria Wright of Total Health Primary Care are both board certified doctors of osteopathic medicine. This practice serves the cities of Selma, Schertz, Cibolo, Garden Ridge, New Braunfels, and Universal City, TX.  

Many forms of alternative medicine are available to treat chronic conditions. When it comes to the pain that comes with some chronic conditions, being able to avoid taking strong pharmaceutical medication is a very palatable option. Most medication comes with side effects and give you other conditions to deal with while you are treating your primary condition. Alternative medicine gets to the root of your chronic condition and treats not just the symptoms that it produces.

The biggest impact of alternative medicine on chronic conditions is being able to get results without medication or surgery. In some cases, these will be used as a last resort, but not until it is determined that none of the alternative medical treatments are producing the desired results.  

Acupuncture

 Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese form of alternative medicine that has been used for thousands of years, and is one of the alternative medicine treatments offered in Selma, TX. It is now becoming almost mainstream when it comes to treating some chronic conditions. Almost any condition with pain involved can be impacted by treatment with acupuncture such as migraine headaches and arthritis. But you may not know that asthma has an inflammation component and by using acupuncture, the inflammation can be reduced. Getting regular treatment can sustain positive results.  It is also effective for use with chronic back pain. 

Holistic medicine

 Holistic medicine takes a whole-body approach with the understanding that the body all works together and that malfunction in one area can affect the entire being. A holistic approach takes emotions and spiritual health into consideration along with physical health. With holistic care, you will receive treatment and recommendations beyond just a prescription. It may involve lifestyle changes that can improve your physical and mental health. Yoga and meditation can help get your head in the right place to allow your body to do some healing. 

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

 As people get older, their bodies produce fewer hormones, and they are more likely to experience chronic fatigue or mood swings as a result. These hormones can be replaced, and the advantage of going to an alternative medicine practice is that you can get replacement hormones that are natural and identical to what your body would produce on its own.

Dr. Anthony Wright and Dr. Gloria Wright of Total Health Primary Care offer alternative medicine in Selma, TX. To make an appointment, give our office a call at 210-654-9300.