Does hormone replacement therapy prevent adult-onset scoliosis?

In a new study published in the European Spine Journal, researchers wanted to see if hormone deficiencies were a triggering event for adult degenerative scoliosis, a condition that commonly occurs in postmenopausal women. It is thought that menopausal hormone changes affect bone density, which sets off a cascade of events that leads to degenerative scoliosis. [...]

This is Why We Don’t Participate With Health Insurances

Modern medicine has become nothing more than a convoluted maze of deductibles, copays, HMOs, and preauthorizations. What has been lost in our system of health care is the basic act of a doctor and patient sitting across from one another, with the patient explaining his or her problems in complete detail. However, in order for [...]

Grand Opening for our Richmond office

On September 24th, 2011, the Natural Wellness & Pain Relief Centers in Richmond will be hosting a Grand Opening! The day’s events include a ribbon-cutting ceremony, featured health workshops, and tons of free information and prizes. As part of our community health awareness program, in partnership with the Michigan Health & Wellness Initiative, during the [...]

Mark Your Calendars: May Seminars Are Scheduled

We have a great blend of seminars coming up in May for our beloved patients, their families, friends and local communities. Of course, Dr. Strauchman will be speaking on her two most popular topics: Thyroid Care and Bio-Identical Hormones. However, we also have a couple of new seminars where we will be presenting some of [...]

January Upcoming Workshops!

We have some great workshops coming up this month, presented by our medical director, Megan Strauchman, DO. Here is a breakdown of the upcoming workshops: January 5th  6:30-7:15pm HcG Weight Loss: How to Lose and Keep Those Holiday Pounds Off! Seating for each of these workshops is limited. Please call our office at 810.694.3576 to [...]

Dr. Megan Strauchman’s Blog

This blog is designed for people with questions concerning their health. Dr. Strauchman practices functional medicine, and helps people with very specific hormone and nutrient deficiencies restore their energy and vitality. We encourage and invite you to ask Dr. Strauchman about your health issues, and what types of therapies may help you get back to [...]