- Decreased muscle mass and strength - Increased body fat, especially around the waist - Thinning and dry skin - Hair loss - Reduced exercise capacity
- Impaired memory and cognition - Lack of motivation - Mood changes, like anxiety or sadness
- Low libido - Erectile dysfunction - Fatigue - Poor sleep quality
- Build lean muscle mass - Burn stubborn body fat - Strengthen bones - Improve skin thickness and texture
- Sharpen memory and mental clarity - Bolster motivation and confidence - Alleviate anxiety and sadness - Improve productivity and focus
- Increase exercise capacity and endurance - Boost libido and sexual performance - Reduce fatigue - Improve sleep quality
- HGH, or human growth hormone, is a key hormone produced in the pituitary gland - It plays vital roles in growth, cell repair, and metabolism - Levels peak during puberty then decline with age
- Treatment involves injections of bioidentical HGH - Doses restore HGH levels to those of early adulthood - Therapy should be closely monitored by a specialist
- Those with low IGF-1 levels plus symptoms - Generally for those over 30 years old - Treatment is very safe when properly supervised
- Initial blood tests check HGH and IGF-1 levels - If deficient, treatment is prescribed based on your needs - Most protocols start with daily injections
- Dose may be adjusted based on follow-up labs - Most patients end up on 3-6 injections per week - Treatment is continued as long as it provides benefits
- Proper diet, sleep, and exercise boost results - Stress management also very beneficial - Healthy lifestyle habits maximize treatment response
While often associated with performance enhancement and anti-aging, HGH therapy was originally developed in 1985 as a treatment for growth hormone deficiency in children. It was found to help increase growth velocity and final adult height for those unable to produce enough natural growth hormone.
The sooner low hormone levels are detected and corrected, the better the likely treatment outcomes. Delaying treatment means prolonging uncomfortable symptoms and missing key opportunities to:
Furthermore, untreated hormone deficiencies can raise the risks for metabolic disease, heart disease, frailty, and other age-related conditions over time.
That's why the experienced clinicians at Second Spring Hormone Clinic aim to provide prompt and accurate testing, followed by customized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs. We also offer ongoing monitoring and support to help you consistently get the best results from therapy.
