Functional Medicine

What is Functional Medicine?

Functional Medicine is a science-based, personalized approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness, rather than merely treating symptoms. At Fire Over Water Acupuncture, Dr. Khalsa and her expert team combine advanced lab testing with the time-honored principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine to provide a truly holistic view of your health.

Are You Struggling with Chronic Symptoms Like…?

• Hormonal Imbalances

• Digestive Issues

• Autoimmune Disorders

• Chronic Fatigue

• Pain or Inflammation

We can help. Our Functional Medicine practitioners are dedicated to uncovering what’s driving your symptoms and crafting a personalized plan to provide relief that lasts.

Our Functional Medicine Process

We’ve designed our process to dig deep into your health concerns and offer actionable, customized solutions for long-term healing.

1. Comprehensive Health Assessment

Your journey begins with an in-depth review of your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals. This step helps us understand your unique story and identify patterns that may point to the root cause of your issues.

2. Advanced Functional Lab Testing

We use cutting-edge lab tests to uncover hidden imbalances that traditional diagnostics might miss.

Here are some of the tests we offer:

• Comprehensive Stool Analysis: Detect gut inflammation and imbalances.

• DUTCH Test: Measure hormone levels, adrenal function, and signs of estrogen dominance.

• Food Sensitivity Panels: Identify foods triggering inflammation or digestive distress.

• Organic Acids Test (OAT): Reveal nutrient deficiencies, gut dysbiosis, and mitochondrial issues.

• Thyroid Panel: Assess thyroid health for conditions like hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s disease.

• GI-MAP Test: Analyze your gut microbiome and identify potential pathogens.

• IGeneX Lyme Testing: Specialized testing for Lyme disease and co-infections.

• Cardiometabolic Panel: Evaluate heart health, cholesterol levels, and insulin resistance.

3. Results Review

Once your results are ready, we’ll meet with you (in person or virtually) to explain your findings. You’ll gain a clear understanding of what’s behind your symptoms and the steps needed to address them.

4. Personalized Healing Plan

Based on your test results and goals, we’ll design a tailored plan that may include:

• Dietary Adjustments to reduce inflammation and restore balance.

• Targeted Supplements to address deficiencies or imbalances.

• Chinese Herbal Medicine to support healing naturally.

• Lifestyle Modifications for better stress management, sleep, and movement.

• Acupuncture to enhance your body’s innate healing abilities.

Your plan is not just about relieving symptoms—it’s about restoring vitality and preventing future health issues.

Why Choose Fire Over Water Acupuncture?

Dr. Khalsa and her team blend the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the precision of modern Functional Medicine. This unique integration allows us to create comprehensive, customized plans tailored to your individual needs.

Whether you’re looking to finally find relief from chronic symptoms or optimize your overall well-being, we are here to guide you every step of the way.

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Why It’s Worth Investing in Functional Medicine

Insurance-covered options often focus on short-term symptom management rather than long-term healing. If you’ve been cycling through medications, appointments, and treatments without improvement, it’s time to try something different. Functional medicine looks at the whole picture—your lifestyle, genetics, and environment—to create a plan that helps you truly heal and thrive. Investing in your health now can prevent bigger issues down the road, giving you the vitality and relief you deserve. Taking control of your health is priceless when it means a better quality of life.

Why Isn’t Functional Medicine Covered by Insurance?

Functional medicine takes a root-cause, personalized approach to healing that often goes beyond the scope of conventional care. Insurance typically covers treatments and diagnostics focused on managing symptoms, not comprehensive evaluations or preventive care. Functional medicine relies on advanced lab testing, extended consultations, and customized plans that address the interconnected systems of the body—elements that aren’t part of the standardized protocols insurance companies reimburse. While this means it isn’t covered, the investment reflects the depth and quality of care tailored to your unique health needs.

A Story of Transformation: From Crisis to Healing

One of our patients, Sarah, delayed seeking care because she felt her symptoms weren’t “bad enough” yet. She struggled with fatigue, joint pain, and digestive issues but assumed they were just part of getting older. Over time, her health spiraled—her fatigue became debilitating, and she began losing weight uncontrollably. By the time she sought our help, she had been hospitalized with a near-fatal infection caused by her untreated autoimmune condition. Through our comprehensive approach, we uncovered the root causes of her issues, supported her body’s recovery with targeted nutrition, supplements, and acupuncture, and addressed her underlying inflammation. Today, Sarah feels better than she has in years, and her story is a reminder: don’t wait until it’s too late. Healing is possible, but the sooner you act, the sooner your life can improve.

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