WHAT IS the virden method of HORMONE PELLET THERAPY?
Pellet therapy and the traditional method of pellet placement has remained virtually unchanged since its introduction in 1939. Ten years ago, our dual Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon and Anti-Aging Physician, Dr. Charles P. Virden, began his own journey in hormone optimization after personally observing his own declining hormone levels. After traditional treatments (creams, injections, and oral tabs) had failed, he discovered hormone replacement therapy in the form of bio-identical testosterone pellets. Although his symptoms improved, results were not maximized and he experienced complications with pellet placement. Common side effects of traditional pellet placement includes pain, bruising, swelling, extrusion of pellets, and infection of the injection site.
This personal experience, combined with his extensive background as a Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon and Anti-Aging Physician, led him on the path to create a better method in the treatment of hormone disorders. Thus, the Virden Method™ was born. This innovative technique is a wonderful alternative to the sharp trocar methods other practices still use. Our patented method uses a specialized tool and technique to place the pellets subcutaneous, in a minimally traumatic fashion, ensuring the rapid and reliable release of hormones.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HORMONE OPTIMIZATION?
A hormone imbalance can impact areas of your physical, emotional, sexual, and mental health. Hormone optimization, in the form of pellets, offers several advantages over conventional routes of hormone replacement (i.e. pills, patches, creams, injections). Hormone replenishment in the form of pellets are slow release, which creates a consistent and long-lasting therapy. The therapy involves pellet placement two to four times a year compared to daily or weekly administrations of pills, patches, creams, or injections). These pellets release hormones into the body, providing a relief of symptoms associated with hormones imbalances.
What is the Pellet Placement Procedure?
The pellet placement procedure for Estrogen and Testosterone is relatively quick, simple, and safe. The insertion site and area will be injected with lidocaine and epinephrine for numbing. Pellets are then place subcutaneously in fatty tissue. A bandage is then placed over the site and can be removed in three days. This procedure only takes a few minutes and is virtually pain-free.
Symptoms relieved by hormone therapy
TESTOSTERONE
REPLACEMENT
- Decline in overall well being
- Fatigue
- Memory Loss
- Joint Pain / muscle aches
- decreased sex drive / libido
- sleep problems
- mood changes
- irritability
- nervousness / anxiety
- feeling burned out
- difficulty concentrating
our staff
At TheraPellET, we are are here to guide men and women through hormone optimization options. We have private consultation rooms where you can discuss your health concerns with one of our expert providers. Our highly trained staff is prepared to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide you with customized treatment options. Dr. Virden and his team want to show you the beauty of the Virden difference.
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FOR PROVIDERS
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