Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease services offered in Brevard, NC

At Root and Branch Holistic Care in Brevard, North Carolina, Charlie Roach, DAc, LAc, FMP, CSMA, understand the complexities of Lyme disease and its impact on your overall quality of life. As an experienced functional medicine provider and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Charlie offers personalized and holistic approaches to help manage your Lyme disease symptoms and address its underlying cause. To restore your health, call, text, or email Root and Branch Holistic Care today. You can also request an appointment online.

What causes Lyme disease?

Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected black-legged tick. These ticks are commonly found in wooded and grassy areas where people camp, fish, hike, and picnic.

What are the signs of Lyme disease?

Lyme disease can present with a variety of symptoms, which may vary from person to person. Some common signs of Lyme disease include:

Erythema migrans: A characteristic bull's-eye rash that appears at the site of the tick bite
Flu-like symptoms: Fever, chills, fatigue, headache, and muscle aches
Neurological symptoms: Numbness, tingling, and Bell's palsy
Joint pain and swelling: Particularly in the knees, but can also affect other large joints

Chest pain, changes in vision and hearing, and difficulty concentrating are also symptoms. If you experience any of these symptoms of Lyme disease, reach out to Charlie for help as soon as possible for testing, diagnosis, and treatment.

How is Lyme disease treated?

At Root and Branch Holistic Care, Charlie takes a comprehensive and holistic approach to treating Lyme disease, focusing on addressing both the symptoms and the underlying cause. Customized treatment plans may include:

TCM body therapies

To help eliminate the bacteria from your body, Charlie combines acupuncture with cupping, Gua Sha, and Tui Na massage to improve blood flow. These cutting-edge therapies also help relieve joint pain, body and muscle aches, and fatigue.

Functional nutrition and supplements

Root and Branch Holistic Care emphasizes the importance of a nutrient-rich diet to support the immune system and overall health. Charlie may also recommend top-tier supplements like probiotics, vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, Cat’s Claw, garlic, and Japanese knotweed to support your body’s natural healing process.

Lifestyle modifications

Charlie and the Root and Branch Holistic Care team work with you to develop personalized lifestyle strategies to minimize inflammation, reduce stress, and support optimal health. This may include recommendations for stress management, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and mindfulness practices.

If you're suffering from symptoms of Lyme disease, help is available. Contact Root and Branch Holistic Care to schedule a consultation online or by texting, calling, or emailing.