Testosterone is an essential hormone for men's health and vitality. When levels drop abnormally low, it leads to a condition called hypogonadism or low T. This causes diverse symptoms that reduce quality of life. Identifying low T is the first step towards seeking proper treatment and feeling your best again.
Men with declining testosterone may experience:
If multiple symptoms persist, getting tested is wise. The sooner treatment begins, the more symptoms can be reversed for improved wellness.
Testosterone levels peak in early adulthood then gradually decline with age. But certain health conditions also contribute to abnormally low T:
Genetics and lifestyle factors like poor diet, lack of exercise, excessive alcohol use and stress exacerbate hormonal imbalance.
Getting tested determines if low T requires medical intervention for relief of symptoms.
Detecting low T involves a simple blood test. It should be done in the morning when levels are highest. Results below 300 ng/dL often warrant treatment.
Comprehensive hormone testing provides key biomarkers on pituitary, testicular and metabolic function. This guides proper treatment plans. Our clinics use top reference labs for accuracy.
At minimum, lab orders include:
Follow up tests may check SHBG, estradiol, vitamin D, and genetic markers. Tracking progress requires repeat blood draws. Our doctors determine optimal timing.
If tests confirm low T, various treatment options can relieve troublesome symptoms for improved wellness and vitality.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) replenishes levels using gels, injections, pellets or other delivery methods. It is the most direct way to restore normal testosterone function. When administered properly, many patients report significantly increased energy, libido, and sense of wellbeing.
Topical gels provide adjustable daily dosing. Brands like Androgel or Testim are applied to the arms or abdomen.
Injections involve deeper intramuscular (IM) shots lasting 1-3 weeks using cypionate, enanthate or other esters. While convenient long-term, injections have peaks and troughs.
Newer methods offer advantages. Subcutaneous pellets surgically implant under the hip skin delivering steady testosterone up to 6 months.
Oral capsules like Jatenzo or Androxal can someday replace gels or injections but availability is currently limited.
Our clinics offer all TRT options so patients can discover what works optimally. Precise dosing prevents adverse side effects. Follow up blood tests ensure healthy levels are achieved and maintained.
When properly administered, TRT can provide life-changing relief of low T symptoms.
In addition to TRT, certain lifestyle measures maximize treatment results:
Implementing positive lifestyle habits combined with TRT offers the best chance of full symptom relief. Our clinicians provide personalized guidance so patients can thrive.
Sometimes testosterone production can be encouraged naturally before pursuing full TRT. Strategies include:
These conservative options help certain patients, especially the newly symptomatic. But most men progress to needing TRT long-term. Blood tests determine what works for whom.
Sometimes testosterone treatment alone doesn't resolve sexual symptoms. Pills like sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis) or vardenafil (Levitra) relax genital blood vessels to assist erections as needed.
Adding ED meds helps ensure satisfactory sexual health, but doesn't fix other low T issues. These medications complement TRT for some patients depending on their symptoms and response to hormone therapy.
Restoring testosterone balance sustains men’s health as they age. Our NYC clinics offer comprehensive treatment guided by testing, using the most advanced options available. Lifestyle optimization combined with expert medical care helps patients maximize gains for an active fulfilling life.
Vitality Renewal Clinic has specialized in diagnosing and resolving hormone deficiencies for over 25 years in NYC. Steady patient growth affirms our clinical excellence and top notch customer service.
Patients select our centers because we:
We accept most major insurance plans, have payment plans for those uninsured, and excellent financing options.
Our passion is restoring wellness using precision hormone therapy. We would be honored to help you reclaim your vitality if struggling with low testosterone or other deficiencies.
Taking the first step can seem daunting but we make establishing care smooth and stress-free.
Our friendly staff can check your insurance coverage, describe our protocols, and schedule testing if desired.
You can also request an appointment online via our website . Fill in your demographic details including symptoms and health history. We will contact you within 1-2 business days to begin care coordination.
Or email us directly at info@ - write “new patient inquiry” in subject line.
We have two conveniently located clinics in Manhattan which you can read about on our website. Reach out to us when you are ready to feel better.
Testosterone treatments can help improve verbal fluency and executive function in older men according to a 2017 study. Many people assume testosterone only impacts physical attributes, but this research shows it may also sharpen cognitive skills that tend to decline with aging.
Vitality Renewal Clinic has the knowledge, expertise and treatment modalities to effectively resolve low testosterone and other hormone deficits. We aid patients from initial testing through to lifestyle guidance for optimal therapy results.
Our clinics take pride supporting men’s health in NYC. We build trusted partnerships with patients to sustain vitality across the lifespan. Whether new onset symptoms or needing revitalized energy levels, we can help restore your zest for living.
Now is the ideal time to take control of your health starting with a hormone evaluation. Reach out to our caring medical team to begin your path to wellness.
