Peptide therapy involves the use of specific peptide compounds to treat various health conditions. Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as signaling molecules in the body. Some key points about peptide therapy:
- Peptides occur naturally in the body and play important roles in many bodily processes like immune function, hormone regulation, cell communication, etc.
- Bioidentical peptides can be synthetically created and administered to patients to promote health and wellbeing.
- Potential applications cover a wide range including anti-aging, injury recovery, immune support, gut health, weight management, etc.
How Peptide Therapy Works
The mechanism of action depends on the particular peptide used but typically involves:
- Binding to receptors on target cells and initiating cellular signaling pathways
- Stimulating tissue repair and regeneration
- Reducing inflammation
- Regulating hormones and neurotransmitters
Some examples:
- BPC-157 - stimulates healing of skin, tendons, ligaments, muscles, and bones
- Thymosin Beta-4 - promotes new blood vessel growth and tissue regeneration
- GLP-1 - assists with insulin regulation and weight loss
- LL-37 - helps strengthen the immune system against infections
- AOD9604 - reduces fat deposits and supports weight management
Administering Peptide Therapy
- Peptides can be injected subcutaneously, intramuscularly, or intravenously depending on the specific type.
- Dosage, frequency, and length of treatment varies. Horizon Hormone Therapy provides customized peptide therapy programs for clients based on their health goals and needs.
- Most peptide compounds have an excellent safety profile with minimal side effects. Mild redness or itching may occur at injection site.
- Peptide therapy is generally well-tolerated but certain contraindications need to be reviewed by the prescribing physician.
Benefits of Peptide Therapy:
- Non-toxic with low risk of adverse reactions
- Good safety profile makes it suitable for long-term use
- May improve outcomes and reduce recovery times versus other treatments
- Peptides are stable compounds with longer duration of action
- Therapy can be tailored to each patient's specific requirements
Horizon Hormone Therapy has over 15 years of experience providing
peptide therapy to help patients address age-related decline, injuries, gastrointestinal issues, stubborn weight loss, and more. Our medical team stays up-to-date on the latest peptide research and utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic testing for fully customized treatment plans.
Contact us today for a consultation to see if peptide therapy may be right for you!
