Functional medicine is an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century. By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, functional medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms.
Brickell Rheumatology Wellness Center supports the unique expression of health and vitality for each individual.
a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the joints, leading to pain, stiffness, and limited mobility
can be concerning, but it's important to know that many patients never develop an autoimmune disease.
a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain and tenderness
a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and damage to various organs and tissues in the body
a type of arthritis that primarily affects the spine, causing stiffness and pain
a group of conditions that affect the tissues that support and connect various structures in the body, such as skin, bone, and cartilage
a rare inflammatory disease that causes muscle weakness and skin rash
a type of vasculitis that causes inflammation in the walls of large and medium-sized arteries, most commonly in the head and neck
a type of inflammatory arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints.
a type of inflammatory arthritis that can occur in people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis
a group of muscle diseases that cause muscle inflammation and weakness.
discomfort, aches, or soreness in any part of the body where two or more bones come together
a common symptom that can occur due to a variety of conditions, including arthritis and injury
an inflammatory disorder that causes pain and stiffness in the muscles, particularly in the shoulders and hips
a type of inflammatory myopathy that causes symmetric weakness in the skeletal muscles.
a type of arthritis that causes sudden and severe joint pain and swelling, similar to gout but caused by the buildup of calcium crystals instead of uric acid crystals.
a type of inflammatory arthritis that can occur in people with psoriasis, a chronic skin condition
a condition in which the blood vessels in the fingers and toes narrow, reducing blood flow and causing color changes, pain, and numbness.
a disease that causes inflammation and the formation of granulomas in various organs of the body
a rare autoimmune disease that causes hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues
an autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the salivary and lacrimal glands, leading to dry eyes and mouth
a type of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine and joints in the pelvis.
a group of diseases that cause inflammation and damage to the body's blood vessels.
Functional medicine offers a natural and holistic approach to pain management, without creating dependence on drugs. Unlike traditional medicine, which often treats pain with medication, functional medicine seeks to identify the underlying cause of pain and address it directly, rather than just managing symptoms.
One of the key benefits of functional medicine for pain management is that it avoids the use of opioid painkillers and other drugs that can be habit-forming and have serious side effects. Instead, functional medicine may use a variety of natural treatments, such as acupuncture, massage therapy, dietary modifications, and stress reduction techniques.
If you or a loved one is struggling with an autoimmune or rheumatological disease, look no further than Brickell Rheumatology.