BHRT / Menopause Treatment

Menopause Treatment: BHRT

(BHRT) Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women

Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life that typically occurs between the ages of 40 and 55. When the ovaries stop producing estrogen and progesterone, menstruation ceases and the woman is no longer fertile. Menopause is typically confirmed when there is no period for 12 consecutive months. For some women, menopause can occur as early as the late 30s, or as late as the 60s. However, the average age of onset is 52 years of age. When menopause occurs before 40, it is considered premature menopause.  For most women, menopausal symptoms diminish during the initial 2 to 5 years.  On the contrary, for some it may take more than 10 years. Be aware that the degenerating effects of diminishing or absent hormones levels continue long after symptoms are gone.  At Shape the Wave, Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) for Menopause may be used in conjunction with our Medically Supervised Programs including Weight Loss, IV Vitamin Therapy and Dietary Supplementation.

What Happens to the Body During Menopause?

  • Heart pounding (heart palpitations)
  • Rapid, irregular heartbeats
  • Vaginal dryness
  • Dry eyes
  • Painful intercourse
  • Depression
  • Sleep disturbances & insomnia
  • Hot flashes and/or night sweats
  • Abdominal weight gain
  • Urine leakage
  • Cravings for sweets or carbohydrates
  • Anxiety
  • Brain fog (difficulty concentrating, memory problems)
  • Weight gain, especially around the middle
  • Stiffness and joint fatigue
  • Mood Swings
  • Irritability
Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Perimenopause Treatment


Women’s hormone levels begin to change in their middle to late 30s. Perimenopause is the process of change that leads up to menopause and usually occurs 2 to 10 years prior to the onset of menopause. During perimenopause, progesterone and estrogen levels (as well as other sex hormone levels) decline. However, progesterone declines more rapidly than estrogen. These fluctuating and declining hormone levels cause menstrual cycle changes, such as irregularity, or heavier or lighter cycles.

Eventually progesterone and estrogen levels drop enough that the menstrual cycle stops and menopause begins. The decline in hormones causes many of the well-known physical and emotional symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause. Symptoms vary from person to person and can be dramatic or simple, gradual or abrupt in onset.

The severity of symptoms is influenced by insults to the body. Excessive or chronic stress, poor nutrition, lack of exercise and exposure to environmental toxins all contribute to the decline in hormone levels.

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Health Assessment

During the initial visit, you will complete a comprehensive, men’s health assessment.

Duration: 25-45 minutes

Blood for labs will be drawn
Take and measure your vitals
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Personalized Plan

On the second visit, you will meet with your medical provider to create a personalized treatment plan.

Duration: 25-45 minuts

Discuss your lab results
Receive a health assessment
Map out goals to create a personalized treatment plan
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Treatment Regimen

The treatment regimen is based on your individual needs. Testosterone patients typically return every 7 to 14 days for treatment.

Optimization: Every 7-14 Days

Once your treatment plan is underway, your medical provider will stay up-to-date on your progress through feedback from you, regular labs, and leading-edge technology that optimizes treatments to maximize your health and wellness.
Why Choose Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women

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Build More Muscle Mass & Decrease Fat

Since testosterone is key for building muscle in the body, low testosterone can cause loss of muscle mass and an increase in fat gain. More Testosterone encourages muscle growth while Muscle tissue burns calories at a higher rate than fat tissue.

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Increase Strength and Power with TRT for Women

For Women with low testosterone, studies show that treatment can decrease fat mass and increase muscle size and strength. It’s likely you’ll see the most benefits when you combine (trt) testosterone replacement therapy with strength training and exercise.

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Enhance your Sexual Health and Increase Libido

If you are experiencing a low sex drive, it could be because of low testosterone or an imbalance in your hormones. This can have a ripple effect in your life that is less than pleasant, so if you are experiencing this side effect, it’s best that you address it sooner rather than later.

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Increase Motivation and Overall Mood

“Low T” or Low testosterone can result in a number of mood changes. Hormonal imbalances are often to blame for depression, anxiety, and other mood issues. Fatigue caused by low testosterone can also add to these issues.  Hormone Replacement therapy (BHRT) at Shape the Wave is the solution.

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Improve Mental Clarity and the Ability to Focus

Studies have shown that women who take testosterone tend to experience an increase in memory. Testosterone affects many physical processes – focus, clarity, and memory are no exception. Life issues (sex and relationships) caused by low testosterone can also play a role in the struggle to focus.

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Boost Energy & Endurance while Reducing Fatigue

Low testosterone can result in a lack of energy. If you find that you’re feeling sleepy for much of the day, even after you’ve had a good night of rest, there’s a high chance that a hormonal imbalance is to blame. Many patients find that their energy levels soar after they begin testosterone therapy.

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Healthier Heart & Blood

A healthy heart pumps blood to the rest of the body, providing muscles and organs with the oxygen needed for peak performance. Testosterone helps red blood cell production through the bone marrow. Low testosterone levels are linked to a variety of cardiovascular risks.

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Strengthen Bones & Joints

Testosterone plays a huge role in bone mineral density. Bone density decreases as men age and testosterone levels drop. This raises the risk of weak bones and osteoporosis. Strong bones help support your muscles and internal organs, which can boost athletic performance.

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Fertility

Hormone imbalance is a fairly common thing, and many people often go undiagnosed. Those that are able to diagnose low testosterone or hormone imbalance while experiencing fertility issues, however, find themselves living much more pleasant lives without the trouble of the side effects that come along with testosterone imbalance.