Conditions - Autoimmune Disease - Scleroderma

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Systemic lupus erythematosis
• Scleroderma
• Psoriatic arthritis

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Patrick Massey MD, PhD  ALT-MED Medical and Physical Therapy, Elk Grove Village Il and serving the Chicago area
 
Scleroderma is a chronic autoimmune disease (primarily of the skin) characterized by thickening of tissues. There are two primary presentations:

Limited systemic sclerosis/scleroderma: involves the skin of the hands, arms and face.

Diffuse systemic sclerosis/scleroderma: can affect the skin and one or more internal organs, most oten involving the heart, lungs, kidneys and esophagus.


There is no cure for scleroderma. Traditional medical treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and suppressing the immune system but integrative medicine may have more to offer.

 

• Proper nutrition, with select antioxidants may reduce symptoms   


• Oriental medicine herbs may be beneficial for symptoms of scleroderma


• Acupuncture can reduce pain and enhance function and range of motion. Electroacupuncture is especially beneficial 


• Leaky gut syndrome (click here) may increase symptoms…ALT-MED approach to correcting leaky gut syndrome is very successful


• Massage (click here) increases blood flow, relaxes tissues, reduces pain and increases function 


• Select vitamins, dietary supplements and herbs can reduce inflammation and may improve immune function


• Intravenous vitamins (click here) and antioxidants may be beneficial at reducing symptoms of scleroderma

 
 
Let us help you…call (847) 923-0046 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Massey

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