Thyroid & Adrenal Issues

The thyroid gland is often misunderstood, leaving many individuals to navigate through life with persistent fatigue, muscle weakness, and weight fluctuations despite receiving «normal» results on traditional thyroid tests. Functional medicine offers a comprehensive approach to thyroid assessment, aiming to uncover any hormonal imbalances contributing to your symptoms.

At Red River Chiropractic, we prioritize a thorough evaluation of thyroid function beyond the standard TSH or T3 T4 lab tests. Instead, we conduct a panel of nine different laboratory tests to gain a comprehensive understanding of your thyroid health. Furthermore, we recognize the interconnectedness of the entire body, including the gut, liver, and muscles. It’s essential to consider these factors as they often play a significant role in your overall well-being.

It’s time to take control of your health and embark on a journey towards feeling better without relying solely on medications. To begin this transformative process, click the link below to schedule an appointment.

Common Thyroid Conditions We Manage

You might suspect that you have a specific thyroid issue. In that case, here is a list of conditions we manage. Functional medicine is particularly effective at addressing complex, chronic conditions like thyroid problems. Why? Because our root-cause approach finds out exactly what’s going on with your health, and we don’t settle for basic “symptom management” with medications.

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition, occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland. This leads to inflammation and gradual damage to thyroid tissue, resulting in reduced thyroid hormone production. It’s a leading cause of hypothyroidism, particularly among women. Symptoms may include fatigue, weight gain, sensitivity to cold, depression, and muscle weakness.

Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism involves an overactive thyroid gland producing excessive thyroid hormones. The primary cause is often Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder where antibodies stimulate the thyroid to overproduce hormones. Symptoms include weight loss, increased appetite, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, irritability, and trembling hands. Graves’ disease can also lead to eye complications known as Graves’ ophthalmopathy.

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism refers to an underactive thyroid gland, resulting in insufficient thyroid hormone production. It can stem from various factors, including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, thyroid surgery, radiation therapy, or certain medications. Symptoms typically develop gradually and include fatigue, weight gain, intolerance to cold, dry skin, constipation, and depression. If left untreated, it can lead to complications such as heart disease and infertility.

Thyroiditis

Thyroiditis involves inflammation of the thyroid gland, which may lead to temporary hyperthyroidism followed by hypothyroidism. Subtypes include subacute thyroiditis, postpartum thyroiditis, and silent thyroiditis. Subacute thyroiditis often follows a viral infection, causing neck pain, fever, and fatigue. Postpartum thyroiditis affects some women after childbirth, resulting in temporary thyroid dysfunction. Silent thyroiditis is typically painless and may occur without an identifiable cause.