Menopause marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles and fertility. It typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 as the ovaries stop producing as much of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. This natural transition comes with a variety of symptoms that can significantly impact quality of life.
Common physical symptoms include:
Menopause can also cause:
While menopause is a natural process, women don't have to suffer through intense and disruptive symptoms. The skilled physicians at Vital Hormones Clinic specialize in menopause treatment and hormone therapy to alleviate symptoms and help women thrive.
Ignoring menopause symptoms and hoping they will eventually dissipate is not the best course. The longer a woman waits, the more likely symptoms will:
Menopause hormone therapy delivered at the right levels can quickly provide relief. Benefits include:
Vital Hormones Clinic is a premier hormone and menopause treatment clinic conveniently located in Florence's city center. Our compassionate, board-certified specialists have over 15 years experience developing personalized therapies to:
What sets Vital Hormones Clinic apart:
We partner with patients to optimize hormones for improved health, wellbeing and vitality during midlife and beyond.
The first step is obtaining the right information through analysis and assessment. Vital Hormones Clinic physicians use a multi-pronged approach to identify deficient hormones including:
Pinpointing exact hormone levels empowers our physicians to create individualized treatment regimens to optimize health.
Studies show that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be as effective as hormone therapy at reducing troublesome menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep problems. CBT helps women identify and change negative thought patterns contributing to their symptoms.
Traditional menopause treatment uses synthetic hormones which can produce unpleasant side effects. Vital Hormones Clinic uses cutting-edge bioidentical hormones which molecularly match naturally occurring hormones. This results in excellent efficacy with fewer risks.
We offer menopause treatment plans incorporating:
Supplementing estrogen relieves hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, joint pain and supports heart health. Options include:
We avoid equine estrogens found in traditional drugs which can increase stroke risk.
Progesterone lessens menstrual irregularities, normalizes sleep patterns, improves cognition and stabilizes mood. Delivery methods include:
Testosterone therapy boosts lean muscle mass, motivation, sexual health and cognitive abilities. We prescribe:
Vital Hormones Clinic physicians have tremendous experience designing treatment plans for the right balance using bioidentical hormones.
We provide lifestyle guidance to complement hormone therapy including:
Eating more phytoestrogen-rich foods like soy, flax seeds and legumes helps relieve menopause symptoms. We offer meal planning ideas.
We suggest local gyms and walking routes.
Managing stress via yoga, meditation, massage therapy etc. further alleviates symptoms. We connect patients with relaxation resources.
Following individualized lifestyle recommendations works synergistically with bioidentical hormone therapy for optimal wellness.
Florence’s mild climate, arts, culture, cuisine and charm make it a wonderful locale to experience hormone balance restoration.
Top attractions during treatment include:
- Walking in Boboli Gardens - tree-lined paths & sculptures - Hiking trails along the Arno River - Villa Torrigiani - gardens with 180 plant varieties
- Marvel at Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia Gallery - See religious masterpieces at the Uffizi Gallery - Shop for crafts/goods at the Mercato Centrale
Florence supports rejuvenation during hormone therapy. Let Vital Hormones Clinic help you thrive!
Menopause symptoms negatively impacting work, relationships and happiness do not have to be endured long term. Bioidentical hormone therapy delivered by Vital Hormones Clinic’ highly trained physicians can restore balance quickly and safely.
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