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Chronic Inflammatory Solutions

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Chronic inflammation is one of the biggest global challenges in the current healthcare system; it is the background noise for how physiology breaks down and relates significantly to chronic health problems. Technically, inflammation is a response to a stimulation. The question is, what is the stimulus? The signaling of a cytokine, called NFKB, is the bodies’ way of turning on it’s protective mechanism. The real question at hand is why did the body create inflammation as a response to this stimulus?

alternative medicine clifton park ny fiInflammation is caused by the bodies’ normal response to injury. If we did not have the ability to create inflammation, our lifespan would be shortened dramatically. We qualify inflammation as something bad, but it is a normal, healthy response that should be short lived. The real problem with inflammation is when it becomes prolonged beyond a reasonable time frame. The solution to resolving a chronic inflammatory response is unique for each patient, because the root cause of the inflammation is different on a case by case basis.

It would be simple to say that taking an anti-inflammatory has solved the problem, unfortunately that’s never the case. People who continue to take anti-inflammatories without relief, are the perfect example of a failed attempt to cure the root problem. Chronic inflammation can be due to numerous mechanisms such as blood sugar dysregulation, chronic unresolved infections, anemias and methylation defects, to name a few. Oftentimes, these underlying mechanisms are routinely dismissed in the current healthcare system.

Dr. Herbold’s unique approach with patients suffering with chronic inflammation is to create a personal lifestyle program that globally addresses all the reasons that inflammation is there to begin with, and to help them to be consistent, over a long enough period, to repair the damage.


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In addition to utilizing Dr. Herbold’s unique “fuel in – toxins out” approach to health, as well as his vast knowledge and experience in clinical nutrition, we also use a multitude of high tech to go along with Dr. Herbold’s high touch in fighting chronic pain and inflammation. Learn more about our cutting edge, inflammation fighting technologies below.

Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (P.E.M.F.)

The PEMF is a revolutionary magnetic cellular repair and exercise therapy. This non-invasive device has the capability to expel cellular waste, increase circulation, help nutrient absorption, reduce pain and inflammation, stimulate tissue healing, strengthen bones, relieve injury and fatigue, support neurotransmitter balance, reduce stress, increase relaxation and help people achieve a deeper, more restorative sleep. N.A.S.A has invested millions into using PEMF therapies with overwhelming success.

Check out PEMF Therapy being featured on Dr. Oz below:

MLS Laser Therapy (Non Thermal)

cold laser therapy clifton park nyLaser therapy is the use of specific light wavelengths to treat chronic and acute pain, inflammation and otherwise debilitating medical conditions. When the photos (basic light particle) enters a damaged cell, it proceeds to stimulate that cell’s activity. This process helps to reduce pain in that specific area and increase the recovery speed of those damaged cells through improved mitochondrial function. Our laser is a Class IV Cold Laser and offers a pain free treatment with no threat of tissue damage.

Learn more about MLS Laser Therapy with these resources below:

  • http://www.celasers.com/medical/mls-laser-therapy/why-mls
  • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4704537/

Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA)

Using RJL software to measure muscle, fat and fluids and compare to a database of individuals of a similar age and activity level, this serial test allows an insight on a visit by visit basis into the physiological changes in the body of an individual over time. Learn more about BIA at their official website here.

Heart Rate Variability

This is a test used to measure the balance of your autonomic nervous system (gas pedal and brake pedal) or how your body responds to stress as well as athletic capacity. This outcome marker gives us a baseline as a beginning point that we remeasure in three months to guide any changes that are made in a personal program. Learn more about heart rate variability testing and what it can do for you with this helpful article here.

Comprehensive Assessment of Postural Systems (C.A.P.S.)

The CAPS machine is the industry standard for computerized vestibular posturography for fall prevention. This is a clinical tool that allows us to identify those at risk for fall, as well as to identify center of pressure, which relates to direction of a possible fall. CAPS also qualifies the percentage of risk for falling. Balance problems and dizziness can also be the first signs of other health problems such as anemia, degenerative neurological disorders, traumatic injury, infection, diabetes, peripheral vascular and cerebrovascular diseases, hypertension and hypotension. Learn more about the CAPS system at the manufacturer’s website here.

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  • I have been a patient of Dr. Herbold's for many years now and have always been impressed with the professionalism and compassion of the office staff that never waivers. They try to accommodate their patients' schedules and needs, going the extra mile. Also, Dr. Herbold listens to his patients' stories and sees so much more, in my opinion, than a lot of medical professionals. I can be sure that I will be heard, and will actually work WITH someone to create a proactive plan to take care of my health and see results.
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