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Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, occurs when the force of blood against the artery walls is too high. Hypertension is characterized as blood pressure where systolic pressure (the measure of blood pressure pumping away from the heart) is greater than 140 and diastolic pressure (pressure of blood returning to the heart) is above 90 (140/90). Hypertension is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120. Hypertension can increase risk of heart disease and stroke. The main causes are an unhealthy, inflammatory diet, lack of exercise and genetic predisposition. The symptoms include fatigue or confusion, chest pain, difficulty breathing, irregular heartbeat, headaches, nosebleeds, and vision problems.
At the Stram Center we utilize advanced risk assessment testing, incorporate dietary and lifestyle changes to our treatment plans, and use nutraceutical and pharmaceutical intervention when necessary in our integrative approach. Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture can be excellent additions to wellness plans resulting in lowering one’s blood pressure.
Supplements and Vitamins
Our natural remedies and supplements are carefully selected by our doctors and may be taken to promote natural healing and help treat a variety of conditions.Supplements and Vitamins
Acupuncture
Did you know that acupuncture has been shown to be more effective than conventional treatment for migraines, back and knee pain? Acupuncture is also the complementary therapy most recommended by medical doctors (M.D.'s), and is covered under more insurance plans than ever before. No other traditional healing method has ever earned as much world-wide success, recognition and support! Acupuncture…Acupuncture
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Desiring a healthier life may be your goal, but for you and millions others it can prove more challenging. You may feel that your immunity is low. You may be in a state of physiological, mental or emotional unrest. Or you may be faced with a more serious illness or chronic pain.Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chronic Illness
Nowhere is the need for an integrative approach more apparent than in the management of chronic illness. We are a synthesis of many systems all working together, and when one or more systems become diseased, all of the others will be stressed as well. From physical challenges, to the challenges of everyday living, to a satisfying quality of life, we have to go past seeing that illness in…Chronic Illness
Integrative Medicine
Integrative medicine is the blending of conventional medicine with holistic, complementary, and alternative medicine. Integrative Medicine is defined as healing-oriented medicine that takes account of the whole person (body, mind, heart and spirit), including all aspects of lifestyle. It emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and makes use of all appropriate therapies, both conventional and…Integrative Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine
Much like a general practitioner, a naturopathic doctor manages a broad range of health conditions affecting all people of all ages. However, naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of primary health care, distinguished by the healing principles upon which its practice is based.Naturopathic Medicine
Nutritional Counseling
The practitioners at the Center recognize that diet is often the basis for your heath and your potential to heal. Adopting a healthy diet is often the first step towards correcting health problems. Many medical conditions can be treated more effectively when the patient implements specific diets and uses nutritional supplements. These interventions afford fewer complications and side effects than…Nutritional Counseling
