Menopause is a natural transition that all women go through, marking the end of the reproductive years. The average age for menopause in the United States is 51, but it can occur anytime between 40-55 years old.
As estrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, women may experience various symptoms including:
While some symptoms are merely annoying, others can deeply impact quality of life. At Rejuvenate Wellness our goal is to help women understand what is happening in their bodies and provide customized treatment plans to relieve symptoms and restore wellbeing.
Perimenopause refers to the 2-10 year transition period leading up to menopause when hormone levels naturally fluctuate and decline. It officially begins when the menstrual cycle starts to become irregular.
Some key changes include:
Monitoring cycles and symptoms helps identify the transition to perimenopause. Tracking and understanding these changes empowers women to take control of their health during this time.
Menopause occurs in three stages:
| Stage | Definition |
|---|---|
| Perimenopause | The span of time leading up to menopause, usually 2-10 years, when estrogen production declines and fluctuates. This causes menstrual irregularity and the emergence of various symptoms. Tracking cycles helps identify the start of this transition phase. |
| Menopause | Defined as 12 consecutive months without a period. At this stage estrogen levels are very low while testosterone and other androgens are still present, causing an imbalance. The average age of menopause is 51 but can range between 40-55 years old. |
| Postmenopause | The years following menopause where hormone levels stabilize at lower levels. Symptoms tend to improve for some women but persist long term for others without treatment. Continued bone loss also accelerates during this stage. |
Understanding the physiology empowers women to advocate for their health and make informed choices. Our providers at Rejuvenate Wellness explain these changes and help women understand what to expect during the menopausal transition.
The declining estrogen levels of perimenopause and menopause increase risks for various health conditions later in life, including:
Hormone therapy can help neutralize risks and safeguard long term wellbeing. Our clinic helps women understand these connections and benefits of treatment.
Every woman's experience with perimenopause and menopause is unique. The wide variety of possible symptoms makes customized care essential for improving quality of life.
After a thorough evaluation of medical history, risk factors, and lab testing, our providers design personalized treatment plans which are carefully monitored and adjusted over time.
We utilize traditional and innovative hormone therapies, nutrition plans, fitness guidance, and wellness strategies to address the root cause and help women thrive through midlife changes and beyond.
Accurately assessing a woman's menopausal status and hormonal environment is essential for determining appropriate treatment options. We utilize top labs for key tests including:
| Test | Description |
|---|---|
| Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) | Measures fertility and ovarian reserve status. FSH levels above 30 mIU/mL indicate menopause. |
| Estradiol | The strongest estrogen; drops significantly during menopause. Low levels correlate with menopausal symptoms. |
| Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) | Evaluates remaining egg supply/ovarian reserve. Declining levels signal perimenopause onset. |
Test results are carefully evaluated along with risk factors, symptoms, and medical history to guide treatment decisions. Follow up testing provides objective data to monitor and adjust therapies over time for optimal symptom relief and disease prevention.
Hormone therapy remains the gold standard for relieving symptoms and safeguarding health after menopause. But solutions must be customized to each woman's needs and risks.
We offer cutting edge bioidentical hormone therapies including:
These identical plant-derived hormones precisely match the body's hormones on a molecular level, providing the same benefits with less risk. Conventional synthetic hormones are foreign substances that must be detoxified by the liver.
Delivery methods are selected based on the woman's preferences and needs:
Dosages are continually adjusted based on relief of symptoms and follow up lab testing to maintain optimal balance.
Lifestyle therapies are prescribed alongside medications:
We also offer innovative procedures like laser and radiofrequency treatments for genitourinary symptoms and platelet rich plasma for hair loss/skin rejuvenation.
Menopause signifies a new stage of life requiring continued support. We establish open communication and collaborate with patients long term to ensure treatments continue meeting their evolving needs.
Follow up visits allow evaluation of lab testing and assessment of improvements/ongoing issues. From this, adjustments are made to identify optimal dosages and balance for each individual. We also provide resources, education, and strategies for navigating life's changes during midlife and beyond.
At Rejuvenate Wellness we view you as our partner in care, not just a patient. Our goal is to understand your unique situation and empower you to take control of your health during the menopausal transition and thrive in the years ahead. Let us help guide you through the changes, easing your symptoms and keeping you healthy.
Despite proven safety and efficacy when properly administered, hormone therapy remains controversial largely due to misconceptions. As leading experts in women's health, we feel compelled to debunk common myths about HT:
Early studies utilized improper hormone types (synthetics), doses, and delivery methods while treating women well past menopause. This negatively skewed data and perception on risks.
Fact: Bioidentical hormones match natural hormones molecules with less risk. When initiated within 5 years of menopause and properly dosed/monitored, multiple studies demonstrate HT safely relieves symptoms and reduces disease risks long term.
The Women's Health Initiative study showed a very slight increased risk of breast cancer and heart disease with one specific oral HT protocol. These risks disappeared when evaluating women younger than 60.
Fact: Appropriately prescribed transdermal bioidentical estrogen and micronized progesterone do not increase cardiovascular or breast cancer risks and may provide protection when initiated early.
Some women do gain weight during menopause, but HT is likely not the cause. Aging, genetics, lifestyle and lower basal metabolic rate are more influential factors.
Fact: HT can help alleviate hormonal factors influencing metabolism and fat storage. For many women it assists efforts toward healthy nutrition and fitness habits.
It's a common myth that women must initiate HT at the first signs of menopause to gain benefits. In reality protection for bone and brain last for at least 10 years after menopause. Heart benefits may persist up to 20 years.
Fact: It's never too late to leverage the protective effects of HT. We develop customized plans based on individual symptom relief needs and disease risk reduction goals.
Understanding the facts empowers women to make educated decisions about their health. We aim to be trusted resources separating truths from fiction regarding menopausal treatments.
The landscape of menopausal hormone therapy continues to evolve thanks to ongoing research identifying safer solutions. Our clinic stays on the leading edge of innovations in HT options:
Derived from plant sources, these identical molecules match the body's estrogens, progesterone and testosterone providing greater safety and precision. We offer the latest FDA approved bioidentical hormone preparations for seamless customization.
We utilize combinations of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and/or DHEA to address all hormonal changes influencing menopause. Delivery methods like compounded creams simplify balanced replacement.
SERM medications like Osphena and Intrarosa stimulate estrogen receptors in vaginal tissue without systemic absorption to alleviate dryness.
Custom blends of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients help optimize nutrition for managing symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes and disrupted sleep.
Injecting patient's own platelet rich plasma stimulates collagen production to renew skin quality - reducing wrinkles and dryness without surgery.
Using advanced CO2 laser technology, the FemiLift stimulates collagen regeneration to improve elasticity along with urinary incontinence in a quick non-surgical procedure.
We stay abreast of the latest advancements in women's health to offer the most innovative and effective therapies for improving menopause experience and longevity.
While hormone optimization is imperative through menopause, certain lifestyle measures also play key roles in managing this transition:
Nutrition: Balancing blood sugar, reducing inflammation, supporting detoxification, and obtaining optimal nutrients helps alleviate unpleasant symptoms. We offer personalized nutrition guidance.
Exercise: Strength training preserves bone health and metabolism. Cardiovascular activity benefits heart health and mood. We provide customized fitness recommendations.
Stress reduction: Calming the mind through practices like meditation, yoga, breathwork can help ease emotional and physical symptoms of menopause.
Quality sleep: Getting 7-9 hours nightly supports cognitive function, mood and stress resilience to weather symptoms. We offer extensive sleep hygiene strategies.
Bioidentical progesterone: This calming hormone helps promote restorative sleep and stabilizes moods when estrogen levels are fluctuating.
With a whole person approach we help women implement lifestyle measures alongside hormone therapy to find optimal wellbeing through menopause and beyond. Contact us today to learn more and schedule a consultation.
For many, perimenopause and menopause represents a period of feeling off kilter as the body recalibrates. Hormonal changes influencing sleep, mood and thinking exact a toll on quality of life. By accurately assessing and addressing root causes, Rejuvenate Wellness restores inner balance enabling women to feel like themselves again.
We begin by listening closely to each woman's symptom experiences from hot flashes to fatigue to memory lapses. Understanding the interconnectedness of symptoms provides clues into dominant imbalances. Diagnostic lab testing gives objective data, while risk assessment reveals areas needing support.
From this vantage point, we construct multidimensional, personalized care plans leveraging cutting-edge hormone optimization therapies aligned with lifestyle measures for reinforced benefits. Follow up assessments ensure treatments adapt as women's needs evolve through the stages of menopause.
Many women report feeling years younger after targeted treatments at our clinic rejuvenate energy, mental clarity and vibrancy. We draw on the latest science and over a decade of specialized expertise to help women reclaim rhythm, reawaken radiance and thrive through midlife changes.
If you are struggling through the menopausal transition and desire support, contact us today at Rejuvenate Wellness to schedule a consultation. Our entire team looks forward to helping guide you through the changes ahead and optimize your health and vitality for years to come.
