Human growth hormone (HGH) is an essential hormone produced in the pituitary gland that plays a vital role in maintaining health and vitality. As we age, HGH levels naturally decline, leading to undesirable effects. HGH therapy at Hormone Harmony Clinic can help restore optimal hormone levels, providing anti-aging and rejuvenation benefits.
Restoring hgh levels to youthful ranges with HGH injections can help increase lean muscle mass and decrease body fat. By building strength and reducing fat, especially dangerous belly fat, HGH helps support better body composition for improved health, fitness and appearance.
Age-related hgh deficiency is associated with decrease in bone mineral density. HGH therapy stimulates bone-building cells, leading to improved bone strength. This can help prevent fractures from falls, which is especially important for older adults.
With optimized HGH levels, most patients report increased energy levels, allowing them to be more active with improved endurance for daily activities and exercise. HGH directly stimulates the growth of muscle fibers needed for athletic performance.
The growth stimulating effects of HGH apply to skin and hair cells too. HGH therapy supports thicker, fuller hair growth and improves skin thickness, texture and elasticity for a more youthful appearance.
Balancing hormone levels has beneficial effects on brain function and emotions. Many patients find their memory, focus and mood are improved with HGH therapy for a better quality of life.
Since symptoms of low HGH can be nonspecific at first, blood testing of Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) and HGH levels is needed to confirm a deficiency state. IGF-1 provides the most reliable assessment of HGH status and guides proper dosing.
Common signs and symptoms of adult growth hormone deficiency include:
At Hormone Harmony Clinic clinic, we provide advanced HGH deficiency testing and then customize treatment based on your needs and goals.
With over 15 years of experience specializing in hormone therapies, Hormone Harmony Clinic provides unparalleled expertise in effectively and safely restoring optimal HGH levels. Patients can expect excellent care with consistent follow up and monitoring from our hormone specialists.
Additional benefits of being a Hormone Harmony Clinic HGH patient include:
Hormone Harmony Clinic strives to make HGH replacement therapy straightforward and rewarding for our patients. We help streamline insurance coverage when possible, while offering financing plans to make treatment affordable.
HGH cannot be taken as a pill since digestive acids would break down the protein hormone before it could be absorbed. Therefore, supplementation requires subcutaneous injections - shallow injections just under the top layer of skin, typically in the abdomen or thighs. This allows for direct absorption into the bloodstream.
Most patients are taught to self-administer the quick, nearly painless HGH injections at home for convenience. However, staff can provide injections in clinic for those preferring assistance.
Treatment is managed according to the hormone replacement clinical practice guidelines set by medical societies like Endocrine Society and American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.
To start, a low dose is prescribed, typically between 0.5 to 1 unit a day. The dosage is gradually adjusted over 3-6 months based on IGF-1 lab results, clinical response and side effect monitoring to reach optimal levels. Patients initially come in for more frequent follow ups, then visits can be extended to every 6-12 months for long-term management.
While often associated with illegal performance enhancement, HGH therapy is legally prescribed for children with growth hormone deficiency to help them reach a normal height. When properly monitored by a doctor, HGH can help these children grow to heights expected for their age and gender.
While HGH therapy provides immense anti-aging benefits, certain lifestyle measures can enhance results:
Eating a balanced, nutrient-dense diet supports muscle building and metabolism for optimal body composition improvements. Get adequate high quality protein while minimizing sugars and refined carbohydrates.
Engaging in strength training and cardio exercise enables the growth promoting effects of HGH for greater gains in muscle mass, bone density and endurance. We provide guidance on appropriate activities.
Most of the body's HGH production occurs during deep stages of sleep. Getting 7-9 hours night helps maintain healthy hormone levels and response to treatment.
Chronic stress raises cortisol which can hinder HGH therapy benefits. Relaxation practices like yoga, meditation and massage help manage stress for best wellbeing on treatment.
Columbia is situated in the heart of South Carolina with a warm subtropical climate and ample sunshine year-round. Average annual highs range from 65-90° Fahrenheit, making it comfortable to stay active outdoors all seasons for walking, cycling, water sports on Lake Murray and over 500 miles of adventure trails. The winter months rarely dip below 40° F.
This temperate weather, along with a blossoming economy centered around education, manufacturing, healthcare and tourism make Columbia an excellent location for balancing quality HGH therapy with an enriched lifestyle.
While on treatment, patients can explore Columbia's cultural attractions like the Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia Museum of Art and South Carolina State Museum. There are plenty of charming parks for relaxation, such as Earlewood Park and Finlay Park right along the Congaree River.
Several multipurpose pathways connect neighborhoods throughout the metro area for safe walking, jogging and biking. Popular paved trails include the Three Rivers Greenway and Columbia Canal.
Columbia offers many options for casual or upscale dining. As the city continues its revitalization efforts, Main Street downtown provides easy access to over 50 locally-owned restaurants featuring Southern cuisine, BBQ, bistros, cafes and breweries. The Surrounding Vista district is also a hub for creative eateries.
While convenient walk-in labs like Quest Diagnostics can perform hormone blood tests, Hormone Harmony Clinic partners with select specialty labs that offer more accurate IGF-1 testing critical for HGH therapy monitoring.
For fitness, Rock Fitness and Peak Fitness have extensive strength and cardio equipment. Yoga studios like Bikram Yoga Columbia, Massage Envy and Hand & Stone Spa provide excellent bodywork for stress relief.
Hormone Harmony Clinic staff stays up to date on local wellness resources to best guide patients for realizing optimal vitality on HGH treatment. We look forward to assisting you on your rejuvenation journey!
