Peptide therapy involves the use of specific peptide compounds to promote improved health, wellness, and vitality. Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as signaling molecules within the body. When administered, peptides can help encourage the body to produce more of its own essential hormones and proteins.
At Elite Hormone Health in Citrus Heights, California, we offer cutting-edge peptide injections and IV therapy to help patients address issues related to aging, obesity, injury recovery, inflammation and more. Our highly experienced medical providers customize treatment plans to meet each patient's unique needs and health goals.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll provide an overview of peptide therapy along with details on how it works and what patients can expect from this innovative treatment approach.
Peptide compounds offer a wide array of therapeutic benefits by supporting the body's natural regenerative and self-healing abilities. Here are some of the top reasons patients pursue peptide therapy:
The specific benefits achieved will depend on the type of peptide(s) used as well as the unique health status and objectives of each patient. Our providers will help patients determine the best peptide program to address their individual situation.
To understand how peptide therapy provides its multitude of benefits, it helps to first understand a bit about peptides themselves.
Peptides are essentially small proteins. They are composed of amino acid chains that are shorter than full-length proteins. Unlike larger protein molecules like hormones, peptides can easily pass through cell membranes for signaling.
There are many different types of peptides, and they conduct a wide variety of functions. Some of the main mechanisms of action include:
Now that we've covered some background on how peptides work at the cellular level, we'll outline some of the specific peptide compounds we use along with their associated benefits.
At Elite Hormone Health in Citrus Heights, California, we provide both peptide injections and intravenous peptide therapy to meet each patient's unique needs and preferences.
Some of the most common and effective peptides we prescribe include:
In some cases, we prescribe individual peptides to specifically target the patient's unique needs and health objectives. Other times, we create custom peptide cocktails that provide synergistic and amplified benefits compared to individual peptides alone.
Our experienced medical providers will determine the ideal peptides and dosing protocols to help each patient safely achieve their desired results. We also provide all necessary guidance and teaching for those who wish to self-administer peptide injections at home.
Now that we've covered some of the top peptide compounds we offer, we'll outline what patients can expect while partaking in peptide therapy programs at Elite Hormone Health.
The process of beginning peptide therapy treatment is simple. It starts with a comprehensive health evaluation with one of our experienced medical providers. They will conduct necessary testing and assessments to determine if peptide therapy is a good fit to help patients achieve their health goals.
If peptide therapy is advised, the provider will develop a customized treatment plan. This includes:
Most patients notice positive effects within the first 4-6 weeks of beginning therapy. Benefits continue to accrue over a 3-6 month period.
To maintain benefits long-term, most patients opt to continue a maintenance protocol using lower periodic doses following the initial loading phase. Our providers determine the ideal maintenance schedule based on the patient's individual response.
During the course of treatment, patients check in regularly with their Elite Hormone Health provider. We closely monitor progress and provide dosage adjustments as needed. The overall duration of therapy depends highly on the patient's health status and goals.
Here is an overview of what patients can expect in terms of engaging in peptide therapy services at Elite Hormone Health:
Initial Consultation
Begin Peptide Therapy
Monitor Progress
Maintain Benefits
Patients appreciate our integrated, proactive approach that combines advanced peptide formulations with cutting-edge testing, professional guidance, and ongoing support. We are committed to the highest standards of care with excellent communication every step of the way.
Now we'll provide more details on what patients can expect as far as the injection and administration process when engaging in peptide therapy.
At Elite Hormone Health, patients have the option to receive their peptide formulations either through subcutaneous injections or intravenous therapy. With injections, many patients opt to self-administer doses in between their scheduled clinic visits after receiving sufficient teaching from our staff.
The process for self-injecting peptides is very simple. Here is an overview:
We also cover key tips for making the injections as comfortable and effective as possible including:
Self-administering injections provides convenience compared to in-office visits for every dose. However, some patients still prefer receiving their peptides via IV therapy during periodic clinic visits. This allows our staff to handle mixing and injections while patients simply relax and enjoy the treatment.
Both injection and IV peptides provide similar therapeutic benefits. Our team works one-on-one with patients to determine the preferred protocol based on individual needs and lifestyle factors.
Now that we've covered some key basics on peptide therapy, we'll outline why it's so important to address any suspected hormone deficiencies promptly.
Many patients turn to peptide therapy as a way to counteract a diagnosed growth hormone deficiency. Or they have symptoms suggestive of suboptimal hormone levels that peptide therapy may help address.
In these situations, it's vitally important to begin treatment for hormone deficiencies promptly when discovered. Allowing reduced hormone levels to go untreated over long time periods can set the stage for accelerated development of issues like:
In contrast, addressing hormone deficiencies in a timely manner allows patients to better control physiological changes and avoid long term consequences related to imbalance.
With hormone balancing therapies like peptide injections, patients often report:
Thanks to continued advances in cell signaling sciences, we now have more ways than ever to identify and treat hormone deficiencies for optimal health and function. Peptide therapy represents one of the most innovative and effective approaches available.
At Elite Hormone Health, our experienced medical providers utilize advanced testing and assessments to uncover the root causes of health concerns. We recognize that reduced hormone output often plays a driving role. That's why we've become experts in cutting-edge peptide protocols to help patients restore balance.
When it comes to therapeutic peptides and hormone balancing protocols, countless treatment centers now exist in the marketplace. So why choose Elite Hormone Health over any other clinic? There are several key reasons.
For starters, our staff has accumulated over 60 years of combined experience specifically providing peptide therapies. We've worked with countless patients to help them surpass health goals and resolve nagging concerns through customized peptide regimens.
Along with extensive experience, our clinic also employs state-of-the-art functional testing to accurately assess current health status and uncover the root physiological causes of patient symptoms. We recognize that everyone has unique biochemistry and needs. Targeted lab testing allows us to determine any peptide deficiencies contributing to health problems so they can be properly addressed.
We're also proud to offer access to both injected and intravenous peptide protocols based on patient factors and preferences. While IV therapy occurs in-office, we're also happy to teach self-administration techniques to those interested learning how to perform their own daily peptide injections at home. This provides added convenience while maintaining close provider oversight.
Our functional medicine practitioners take an integrated approach by combining peptide therapy with customized lifestyle guidance. We consider the whole person rather than isolated symptoms. This means taking into account diet and nutrition, physical activity, stress management and other key factors that influence health. Patients appreciate our commitment to identifying root causes while also offering evidenced-based therapies like peptide treatment.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about what sets Elite Hormone Health apart. We welcome any questions and would be happy offer guidance on whether peptide therapy is the right step to help you achieve your current health goals. Please reach out to schedule a new patient visit to get started!
