Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is a treatment that helps relieve symptoms of low testosterone. As men age, testosterone levels often decline causing various signs and symptoms like low energy, decreased muscle mass, increased body fat, reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, depressed mood, irritability, poor concentration and memory.
TRT involves supplementing testosterone into the body via injections, gels, patches or pellets. It helps boost testosterone levels alleviating troublesome symptoms. When appropriately prescribed and monitored, TRT offers life-changing benefits helping men feel healthy, energetic and youthful again.
The first step is getting tested. A simple blood test measures total testosterone, free testosterone and other related hormones.
If total testosterone falls under 300 ng/dL or free testosterone under 5-9 pg/mL, TRT may be recommended especially when symptoms are present.
The main goals of testosterone replacement therapy are to:
TRT aims to mimic the body’s natural testosterone production restoring levels to those of healthy younger men.
When starting TRT, an appropriate treatment protocol needs to be designed considering the patient's medical history, symptoms, test results, preferences and treatment goals.
The standard process for initiating TRT is:
Follow up blood tests, monitoring and dose adjustments are done periodically to achieve treatment goals while minimizing side effects.
There are several testosterone delivery methods:
Each option has pros and cons regarding convenience, dosing control, consistency and side effects. The method can be switched if needed to find what works best.
Injection TRT involves intramuscular shots 1-2 times per week using testosterone cypionate, enanthate or propionate. This allows testosterone levels to remain steady versus the peaks and troughs seen with gels.
The standard injection TRT protocol is:
When properly managed, injection TRT offers an effective way to restore normal testosterone levels.
Testosterone therapy when correctly prescribed offers life-transforming improvements in many areas:
With optimized testosterone levels, men feel healthier, happier and re-energized enjoying life to the fullest. TRT helps recapture one's youth, vigor and vitality.
Since low testosterone symptoms creep up slowly over time, many men suffer for years before seeking treatment. However, the sooner hormone decline is detected and corrected, the better.
Benefits of early TRT:
We encourage men over 40 with any suspected low T symptoms to get tested. Diagnosing and treating hormone deficiencies early safeguards physical health, mental wellbeing and quality of life.
Though often associated with bodybuilders or athletes, research shows over 2 million men in the US use prescription testosterone therapy, mostly to treat clinically diagnosed low testosterone levels associated with aging, obesity or other health conditions.
Our award winning men’s health clinic opened in Martinez in 2010 specializing in TRT and sexual health. Our trt medical clinic is led by Dr. John Smith, a board certified testosterone specialist with over 15 years expertise optimizing male hormone levels.
We provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for hormone deficiencies including:
Every man is unique so we craft customized treatment plans based on the patient's:
Our non-judgemental, patient-focused approach aims to understand each man's issues and goals in order to create the optimal therapy protocol.
We educate and empower patients to take charge of their health providing ongoing support to achieve sustainable results.
We utilize advanced diagnostics and the latest medical breakthroughs including:
Our innovative techniques and premium quality medications help men realize life-changing benefits from hormone optimization.
We continually upgrade our technology, equipment and therapies to offer the most advanced TRT treatments available.
To best serve our Martinez community, we offer:
We aim to provide prompt, flexible access to care making TRT initiation and continuation as seamless as possible.
While testosterone therapy alleviates hormone deficiency symptoms, optimizing health more holistically amplifies and sustains benefits.
We educate patients regarding key lifestyle factors that support vitality including:
Regular exercise boosts T levels aiding muscle growth, fat loss and cardio health:
Top local gyms like Iron Works Gym and Contra Costa CrossFit offer excellent training and community support.
The Waterbird Regional Park has great hiking trails conducive for walking, jogging and bonding.
A balanced whole food diet high in healthy fats maintains weight, energy and T levels.
Our nutritionists craft meal plans targeting:
We often recommend intermittent fasting and targeted supplementation as well.
Local eateries like Zand’s Restaurant serve nutritious high protein dishes. The farmer's market offers farm fresh produce.
Chronic stress elevates cortisol hampering T production and increasing inflammation.
We teach concrete tools to activate the relaxation response including:
Venues like Sanctuary Yoga hold regular classes helping mitigate stress.
Prioritizing high quality sleep sustains optimal hormone functioning:
Using our holistic mens health optimization model, patients realize much greater benefits from TRT enhancing vitality, healing and human growth.
We help men implement positive lifestyle changes while providing exceptional clinical care. Contact us today to begin your hormone optimization journey!
