What Is Functional Medicine?

‍Functional medicine is a patient-centered approach that addresses the root causes of disease rather than just treating symptoms. Practitioners spend extensive time with patients, examining lifestyle, genetics, and environmental factors to create personalized treatment plans that restore optimal function.

Why choose functional medicine?

• Holistic approach: Considers all aspects of health and wellness.
• Root cause focus: Identifies underlying triggers of chronic conditions.
• Personalized care: Creates individualized treatment protocols.

Challenges with functional medicine

• Limited insurance coverage for extended consultations.
• May require significant lifestyle changes.
• Not all practitioners are equally qualified.

How Solace can help

‍A Solace advocate can help you find qualified functional medicine practitioners, coordinate care between conventional and functional providers, and navigate insurance coverage for alternative treatments. They can also assist with implementing complex lifestyle changes and monitoring progress across multiple health dimensions.