Midwest Hormone Centers: Lawrence

01/17/2022

12/25/2021

Merry Christmas and a Happy New year! Warm wishes from all of your friends at Midwest Hormone Center. 🎄

10/05/2021

Hormone Therapy for Women

Millions of women suffer from hormonal imbalances, whether it is early menopause, perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopausal symptoms. Call us today for a free assessment.

CALL NOW (785) 424-7302

10/03/2021

Take time to rest and rejuvenate…

05/21/2021

*SPOTLIGHT*

Theo Felts, M.D. Owner of Midwest Hormone Centers, Midwest Pain Recovery Centers, MediQuick Urgent Care, and Goat House CrossFit.

Dr. Felts is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and has over 20 years of experience practicing in the areas of primary care, urgent and emergency care, wound care, bio-identical hormone replacement, and weight loss medicine. He also has over 10 years of experience using live human tissue products for the treatment of chronic medical conditions. His particular areas of interest are return to function as delivered through urgent care and restorative medicine, and the use of progressive medical treatments to achieve wellness goals. Dr. Felts received his undergraduate degree from DePaul University in Chicago and his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine.

05/18/2021

NATURAL JOINT INJECTIONS FOR PAIN
What Types of Natural Joint Injections Does the Midwest Hormone Centers Perform?
SARAPIN® is an injectable analgesic indicated for the management of muscular or neuropathic pain that may be treated by local infiltration or nerve block. The distillate of a suspension of powdered sarracenia purpurea (Pitcher Plant).
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What Are the Benefits of Natural Joint Injections vs Steroid Injections?
100% Bio-logical – Natural Product made from the Pitcher Plant
Safe and Effective – SARAPIN® has been used safely and effectively for pain management by physicians for over 70 years
Targeted Action – Effectively manages pain by acting on the sensory nerves with no effect on motor nerves
No Tissue Destruction – or systemic reactions
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Types of Pain Treated with Natural Joint Injections?
Arthritis of any form
Joint Instability
Ligament Sprain or Tear
Elbow Pain (Tennis Elbow)
Ankle Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
Hand and Wrist
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Muscle Pain and Spasm
Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Meniscus Tear
Hamstring Tendinopathy

TESTOSTERONE FOR PAIN
Does Testosterone Help with Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain has to be considered in all respects a debilitating disease and 10–20% of the world’s adult population is affected by this disease. In the most general terms, pain is symptomatic of some form of dysfunction and (often) the resulting inflammatory processes in the body

Due to its critical physiologic functions in pain control, testosterone testing and replacement should be a principal component in the treatment of chronic pain. Testosterone is critical for central opioid receptor binding, maintenance of blood-brain barrier transport, and activation of dopamine. A deficiency impairs healing and control of inflammation at peripheral pain sites. In addition, low testosterone levels can cause depression, sleep disturbances, and lack of energy and motivation which can impact the healing process.

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Our Experience With Testosterone Pain and Inflammation!
Our clinics have the unique experience of treating thousands of patients for hormone deficiency over the course of 8 years. At these specialty centers, we have observed patient after patient experience improved pain control and reduced dependency on medications as a result of testosterone therapy. The relationship between testosterone therapy and pain control is well documented in the medical literature, but is seen on a routine basis via tangible patient results at our treatment centers. It is this link between testosterone, pain control, and positive patient outcomes that pushed us to develop and offer treatment strategies to aid in recovery from pain and reduction in reliance upon opioids and other potentially harmful prescription medications.

BPC-157
BPC 157, or Pentadecapeptide- is composed of 15 amino acids, is a partial sequence of body protection compound (BPC) that is discovered in and isolated from the human gastric juice. In studies, it has been demonstrated to accelerate the healing and decrease pain of many different wounds and damaged areas in the intestines, tendons, relieve inflammation, and prevents stomach ulcers, among various other healing properties.

05/17/2021

IS YOUR THYROID CAUSING YOU ISSUES?

Many common problems such as fatigue, depression and difficulty losing weight can be due to low thyroid, however many people, especially women, are not getting the treatment that would be of great benefit. This is because severely low thyroid levels are often not picked up by the standard TSH and T4 testing, which is the only testing done about 90% of the time.

New studies indicate, however, that the ratio of active thyroid hormone, T3 must be determined to accurately determine an individual's true thyroid levels. This can often reveal a problem of hypothyroidism even though the standard tests are normal. This test is rarely done, however, even though this is the most important determinant of thyroid function. Individuals on thyroid hormone also often receive improper doses, usually too low, when the TSH is used for doing.

SYMPTOMS
Dry or thinning hair
weight gain or difficulty losing weight
loss or thinning eyebrows
abdominal bloating
low s*x drive
dry or thickening skin, especially on heels
general cold intolerance
depression
joint or muscle pain
thin or brittle fingernails
chronic fatigue
constipation
brain fog
menstrual irregularities
sluggishness
hoarse voice
decreased body temperature

Midwest Hormones prescribes WP and Nature Thyroid medication.

05/16/2021

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

HCG Medical Assisted Weight/Fat Loss
Midwest Hormone Centers utilizes injections, full body composition analysis, structured meal planning, and 1 on 1 coaching in order to shelter muscle mass and maximize fat loss. The treatment mobilizes stored fat into a usable energy source so patients on a very low calorie diet experience high energy levels and minimizes hunger. The result is a low-calorie, high energy fat burning experience. Our program requires a very structured eating plan, but it is not a 500 calorie diet.

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Lipotropic MIC (Metabolic Injections)
Lipotropics are compounds that enhance liver function and increase the flow of fats and bile from the liver and gallbladder. By definition, a lipotropic substance decreases the deposit, or speeds up the removal of fat (lipo = fat, tropic = stimulate) within the liver. Lipotropic injections are used to help release fat deposits in some parts of the body. Some of these areas include the stomach, inner thighs, neck, buttocks and hips. Lipotropic, or fat burning, substances include methionine which helps the liver remove fat; inositol, similar to methionine – choline, which distributes cholesterol and prevents it from getting deposited in one part of the body.

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Glutathione Injections (Immune System Support)
Glutathione has been referred to as the “mother of all antioxidants.” When we are exposed to toxins, glutathione is used up faster than it can be produced. Antioxidants repair and prevent the damage and inflammation that is caused by toxins. Glutathione is a combination of three amino acids: cysteine, glutamic acid, and glucine. It is found in every cell in the body. The job of glutathione is to neutralize free radicals, thereby preventing damage to the cells. Glutathione is a critical component to reducing inflammation and enhancing the functions of the immune system.

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B12 Injections Methylcobalamin– Biological Form of B12
Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in some foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement and a prescription medication. The purpose of the Vitamin B12 injections is to improve energy levels, boost metabolism and help burn fat. Vitamin B12 is also required for proper red blood cell formation, neurological function, and DNA synthesis.

05/15/2021

PT-141, or Bremelanotide- has been shown to have substantial effect on libido. Creating s*xual arousal in both men and women. PT 141 increases s*xual desire via the central nervous system and does not act upon the vascular system. Treatment can be administered either via rapid dissolve tablet or via subcutaneous injection.

Vi**ra (sildenafil) and Cialis (tadalafil) are vasodilators. These medication widen your blood vessels and allow more blood to flow to the ge****ls which improves erectile strength and function. Vi**ra can be taken as needed for a rapid short term boost in erectile function while Cialis can be taken daily to improve erectile function on a constant basis.

05/14/2021

What ARE GH PEPTIDES?
A peptide hormone is a chain of amino acids which your body uses to enable, disable, and coordinate various functions within the human body. Growth Hormone peptides are peptides that increase the production of Growth Hormone.

HOW DO GH PEPTIDES WORK?
GH peptides work by stimulating the pituitary to produce Growth Hormone. Some peptides block negative feedback to the pituitary while others work by providing positive feedback to the pituitary.

Sermorelin- Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone
Sermorelin is an analog of the naturally occurring Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone (GHRH). Sermorelin stimulates the production and secretion of the GH by activation GHRH receptors within the pituitary gland.

Ipamorelin- Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide

Ipamorelin is a Growth Hormone secretagogue and an analog of Ghrelin. In addition to increasing GH production Ipamorelin also suppresses negative feedback of somatostatin (a hormone that tells your body to stop producing GH). Because of this, Ipamorelin can be combined with Sermorelin to significantly enhance the effectiveness.

MK-677- Ibutamoren
Ibutamoren (MK-677) is an orally active analog of Ghrelin. When taken daily, one capsule rapidly increases serum GH levels. These levels remain elevated for prolonged periods and cause insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) to be significantly increased.

Program Overview
There are two different program options one is an injection- based program the other is an oral capsule.

Sermorelin and Ipamorelin are compounded into a single vial.​
SubQ injection (2x per day)
Inject before bed and in early morning

I​butamoren (MK-677)
Capsule taken daily before bed