Growth hormone (GH), also known as somatotropin, is a key hormone produced in the pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration. As we age, GH production declines, leading to undesirable effects. At Vitality Clinic, we specialize in HGH therapy using bioidentical human growth hormone (HGH) to offset age-related hormonal decline, help patients feel youthful again, and support optimal health and well-being.
HGH is essential for growth and development in children and adolescents. But it continues to play important roles in adults:
Unfortunately, the pituitary's HGH production slowly drops after peaking in our 20s. By age 60, HGH levels can be less than 25% of what they were in our youth. This age-related decline contributes to undesirable changes like:
The development of growth hormone deficiency (GHD) as adults varies. Not everyone will experience symptoms or require treatment. However, many adults develop mild to moderate HGH deficiency by middle age or later onset of several possible signs and symptoms:
Physical signs:
Cognitive and mood symptoms:
Metabolic changes:
Appearance of accelerated aging:
Decreased performance:
If multiple symptoms are present, an HGH deficiency may be likely, and testing should be pursued. Our HGH clinics provide complete lab testing to accurately diagnose and monitor patients.
Prescribed HGH treatment at our Vitality Clinic can help counteract many undesirable effects of hormonal decline. Benefits our patients often report include:
Our specialized physicians have over 15 years of experience safely prescribing HGH injections and other hormone therapies using a personalized approach to meet each patient's unique needs. We help patients slow down and even reverse signs of aging to:
If HGH testing confirms a deficiency, HGH injections may be an excellent treatment option when properly prescribed and monitored by an experienced hormone specialist. At our Vitality Clinic, typical features of our medically supervised programs include:
HGH Medication Types
Getting Started
Dosage and Schedule
Monitoring and Follow-Up Care
Our individualized therapy plans aim to return patients' HGH levels to an adequate healthy range based on blood tests. This helps patients feel revitalized and regain their youthful vitality safely under expert medical care.
HGH injections have unique advantages compared to supplements:
Age-related hormone decline is inevitable. But through replacement therapy, patients don't have to accept undesirable effects as inevitable too. We hear patient stories every day about how our therapies are life-changing - helping them lose weight, think clearly, perform better at work, play sports, be intimate again with their spouse, and simply enjoy each day.
What sets Vitality Clinic apart is our:
Our dedicated providers are passionate about applying their expertise to develop customized plans aimed at helping patients look, feel, and live their best. We consider each patient's unique needs, objectives, and situation.
If you're experiencing low energy, mental fogginess, loss of strength and stamina, emotional changes, sexual issues, or just don't feel yourself anymore, we encourage you to have a consultation. Our friendly, non-judgmental staff are happy to discuss options, answer questions, and provide caring guidance.
Despite proven benefits, misconceptions still surround growth hormone replacement therapy. Here we debunk some common myths:
| Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
| HGH shortens lifespan or causes harm | Evidence shows safety with correct dosage/monitoring. May extend a healthy lifespan by slowing aspects of aging. |
| Only for bodybuilders or elite athletes | Most patients are normal adults seeking health/vitality benefits with proper medical oversight. |
| Illegal or banned | Legal when prescribed properly by a licensed doctor and administered using pharmacy medications. |
| Causes muscle/bone growth like in teens | Does not reproduce pubescent growth spurts. Restores adequate levels so normal repair/maintenance can occur. |
| Requires high doses to work | Effective at low, replacement-style doses restoring normal range. Higher doses unlikely to produce added benefits. |
| Easy to get/self-prescribe | Should only be prescribed after a full medical workup and oversight. Self-medication is improper and poses risks. |
| Growth plates must be open | Works the same in adults/children. Stimulates production of other natural chemicals/proteins that provide wide-ranging benefits. |
| Single miraculous anti-aging solution | Most benefit when combined with improved nutrition, exercise, stress reduction as part of comprehensive therapy. |
| Long-term use unavoidable | After finishing the treatment course, effects can remain for extended periods with proper follow-up care. |
| Outcomes not measurable | Through lab tests of IGF-1, body composition changes, etc., results can be accurately tracked. |
Since not everyone requires treatment, accurate testing is important. At Vitality Clinic, we diagnose GHD using:
Stimulation tests check the pituitary's ability to produce adequate HGH if given specific stimuli. Common options include:
| Test | Description |
|---|---|
| Insulin Tolerance Test (ITT) | Involves administering insulin to lower blood sugar and trigger HGH release. Measures GH response via blood tests. Considered the gold standard. |
| Arginine Test | Ingestion of the amino acid arginine stimulates GH secretion. Measures GH in blood samples afterward. |
| Glucagon Stimulation Test | Glucagon injection triggers GH response. Blood tests measure GH produced. |
Ongoing patient monitoring ensures optimal treatment, including:
Current medical guidelines support testing GH levels in adults with multiple deficiency signs/symptoms and using stimulation protocols to confirm the diagnosis prior to starting therapy.
The field of hormone medicine has advanced considerably in recent years with new innovations, including:
Improved Hormone Production Methods
More Convenient Administration Options
Enhanced Testing and Monitoring
Personalized Prescribing Protocols
Vitality Clinic incorporates these latest advances into our patient programs. Our commitment to staying at the forefront of hormone therapy science and technology means the treatments we provide leverage the most cutting-edge medical knowledge to optimize restorative benefits while minimizing risks.
There are various options available to replace growth hormone, including:
Injections are considered most effective since they:
Oral supplements may contain amino acid formulas or secretagogues intended to boost HGH production but:
Transdermal applications like gels/creams are easier to administer but:
While no approach is perfect, HGH injections allow the closest replication of normal physiology through directly supplying missing growth hormone. This makes them the first-line treatment for confirmed GHD.
Beginning an HGH treatment program is exciting, but we understand new patients likely have questions about what to expect. Here is some helpful advice:
As specialists in bioidentical hormone therapy, Vitality Clinic physicians and staff make the process easy by teaching self-injection techniques, closely supervising therapy, modifying dosages when required, and offering ongoing lifestyle guidance. We partner with patients to ensure treatment progresses smoothly.
For men, declining GH and testosterone levels contribute strongly to undesirable changes associated with aging. Research confirms men undergoing hormone replacement therapy commonly experience benefits such as:
Improved Body Composition
Enhanced Sexual Function
Better Mood and Cognitive Performance
Cardiovascular Enhancements
Vitality Clinic tailors combined Testosterone and HGH Therapy to help men address hormone-related sexual issues, physical changes, emotional shifts, and mental cloudiness. Our treatments aim to restore vigor, strength, stamina, mental acuity, and passion for life.
Exciting areas of research highlight the role HGH plays in longevity and slowing aspects of the aging process itself. Studies demonstrate HGH effects that support healthier, longer lifespans:
By helping rebalance declining hormones, treatment with bioidentical HGH under medical guidance holds promise for supporting graceful, healthy aging through middle-age and beyond.
Numerous high-profile individuals openly praise human growth hormone therapy:
Suzanne Somers - Actress, author, and entrepreneur Suzanne Somers reports an excellent quality of life in her 70s thanks to her hormone replacement protocols, including growth hormone. Somers praises the treatments for providing increased energy, mental sharpness, fit body composition, great sex drive, and retaining a youthful appearance.
Joe Rogan - Popular podcaster and comedian Joe Rogan is an outspoken advocate of testosterone and HGH therapy. He notes the treatments have allowed him to gain muscle, lose fat, and perform optimally in Brazilian jiu-jitsu training at an advanced age. Rogan says his mood, energy, sexual function, and cognition have all benefited.
Gordon Ramsay - Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay revealed that his grueling work schedule and extensive travel take a toll. He uses bioidentical growth hormone to keep performing at his best while juggling demanding career obligations and nutritional advice to stay lean and healthy.
These and many other patients choose HGH therapy as part of comprehensive anti-aging strategies tailored to their needs and lifestyles under proper medical care. The approach allows them to continue thriving personally and professionally as they age.
At Vitality Clinic, we understand the profound impact that age-related hormonal changes can have on one's overall well-being. Our experienced medical team is dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based HGH therapy solutions to help patients restore their vitality, enhance their quality of life, and embrace the aging process with confidence and vigor. By combining cutting-edge medical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach, we strive to empower individuals to optimize their health and achieve their full potential
