Functional Medicine

Treating the underlying cause of negative symptoms, rather than simply masking them, can do wonders for your physical and mental well-being. At Tree Roots Medical in Franklin, Tennessee, Logan Easterday, AGACNP-BC, and our team take a root-cause, holistic approach to primary care. Schedule a functional medicine appointment at Tree Roots Medical by calling the office or booking one online today.

What is functional medicine?

Functional medicine restores normal body function by treating the root causes of disease. I systematically identify and address body imbalances and dysfunction that contribute to negative symptoms or disease complications. 

I consider your lifestyle, environment, and genetic makeup to create a personalized functional medicine treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. At Tree Roots Medical, I can help restore your overall health, balance, and well-being using functional medicine.

What are the benefits of functional medicine?

The benefits of functional medicine at Tree Roots Medical include:

• More energy
• Lower risk of disease
• Fewer illnesses
• Enhanced disease management
• Reduced need for medications
• Fewer bothersome symptoms
• Highly effective treatment plans
• Lower chance of disease complications
• Preventive care
• Medical cost savings

Functional medicine treats you as a whole person by prioritizing your mind, body, and spirit. I use holistic medicine to address your emotional, physical, and mental health needs. 

Which conditions can functional medicine help treat?

Functional medicine at Tree Roots Medical helps prevent and treat the following conditions and more:

• Illnesses
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• High blood sugar
• High cholesterol
• Hormone imbalance
• Erectile dysfunction (ED)
• Anxiety, depression, stress, and other mental health concerns
• Toxin exposure
• Substance misuse
• Arthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Kidney, liver, and heart diseases
• Gastrointestinal diseases
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Impaired gut health
• Sleep disorders
• Obesity
• Asthma and allergies
• Chronic pain

Patient-centered diagnostics at Tree Roots Medical help ensure your functional medicine treatment plan is highly effective. 

What can I expect during functional medicine appointments?

During your functional medicine appointment, I get to know you and review your health history. I will discuss your symptoms, medications, and lifestyle habits. I also evaluate your mental health, diet, exercise, stressors, sleep, and hydration.

Then I complete a physical exam and may order blood tests or other diagnostic tests to screen for nutrient deficiencies, chronic diseases, and disease risk factors.

You might be a candidate for one or more of the following:

• Diet, exercise, or sleep modifications 
• Dietary supplements
• Medical weight loss treatment
• Naturopathic medicine
• Behavioral therapy for mental health
• Therapeutic hydration
• Intravenous (IV) hydration
• Stress management (meditation, yoga, tai chi, massage, etc.)
• Vitamin replacement
• Hormone therapy 

Follow up with me as instructed to reap the benefits of comprehensive functional medicine and optimal men’s or women’s health.

Schedule a functional medicine appointment at Tree Roots Medical by calling the office or booking a visit online today.