Rucker Integrative Medicine - Perspectives on IV Therapy

Myers' Cocktail


The Myer’s Cocktail consists of magnesium, calcium, B vitamins and vitamin C is effective in the treatment of Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, upper respiratory tract infections, asthma, chronic sinusitis, cardiovascular disease and other disorders. The late John Myers MD pioneered the use of intravenous vitamins and minerals as part of a comprehensive strategy targeting various medical problems. Since Myers’ death in 1984 the solution has been modified (magnesium and vitamin C have been increased, hydrochloric acid was eliminated). Treatments often produce rapid results and many patients choose to have periodic follow-up infusions due to the enhancement of overall well-being that they experience.

One of many success stories is the case of a 48 year old woman presenting with a six-year history of Fibromyalgia. Symptoms included pain in the hips, back and neck, and tightness of the left arm. She also had a history of migraines and chronic nasal congestion. Physical examination showed extremely stiff muscles and decreased range of motion in multiple areas of her body.

The patient was given a therapeutic trial and at the end of the injection reported that her joint pains and muscle aches were gone for the first time in six years. Treatment was repeated after a week, followed by every other week for several months, then once monthly for three years. Although symptoms did begin to return between treatments, they were never as severe as they had been before beginning the regimen.

IV Vitamin C

When taken via IV infusion, vitamin C can reach much higher levels in the blood than when taken orally. Studies suggest that these higher levels may cause the death of cancer cells. It has been studied as a treatment for cancer patients since the 1970’s. A Scottish surgeon named Ewan Cameron worked with Nobel Prize-winning chemist Linus Pauling to study the possible benefits of vitamin C therapy in clinical trials of cancer patients in the late 1970s and early 1980’s.  High dose vitamin C is currently given to patients to treat infections, fatigue and cancers, including breast cancer and prostate cancer.

An example of successful treatment with high dose vitamin C infusion was demonstrated in the case of a 49 year old man with a malignant tumor in his bladder with multiple tumors in the surrounding tissue. The tumors were resected until normal tissue was reached surrounding each one. The patient refused follow-up chemotherapy and radiation treatment and instead chose high dose IV vitamin C treatments. Nine years after diagnosis the patient is in good health with no recurrence of cancerous tumors. 

Ozone intravenous via major autohemotherapy and via direct venous injection

Ozone therapy is the use of medical ozone to treat a wide array of conditions and has a long history of safe and effective use. Ozone therapy has been shown to inactivate viruses, bacteria, yeast, fungi and protozoa.  It also stimulates and activates the body's immune system by increasing oxygen metabolism. Conditions that may benefit from treatment include meniscal tears and joint disorders, shingles and herpes simplex, lyme disease, autoimmune diseases, cancer and many more.

Ozone direct venous injection

Ozone infusion via autohemotherapy involves taking about 250ml of blood from a patient, exposing it to ozone, and dripping it back into a patient via an IV. This delivers the ozone/oxygen mix into circulation and every cell of the body has exposure to the mix.

Ozone therapy via injection involves anesthetizing the area requiring treatment and injecting the ozone into it. In some cases of cancer, ozone is injected directly into the tumor if it is accessible. Injection methods can vary depending upon the area/condition being treated.  Direct intravenous ozone is a technique developed in Europe and made popular by Dr. Robbins in Manhattan, NY. This is a technique we are very comfortable utilizing and do so frequently. It has demonstrated vast efficacy in Cancer patients, fibromyalgia, viral infections and bacterial infections.

Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation

UBI improves three fundamental issues that contribute to poor health and chronic disease: reduced oxygen delivery to the cells of the body, accumulation of toxins in the body and a weakened immune system, increasing susceptibility to infection. 

UBI has been shown to improve blood circulation and tissue oxygenation, stimulate the immune system to fight infections, kill microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi and reduce inflammatory conditions in the body. It can also gradually improve kidney function by lowering creatinine, help diabetics reduce blood sugar by reducing insulin resistance and improving glucose tolerance, and improve autoimmune diseases. These are only a few of the conditions successfully treated and resolved by UBI.

An example of a successful UBI patient is a 28 year old gentleman who presented to our clinic with frequent outbreaks of genital herpes. He underwent vitamin C infusions, ozone infusions,  along with UBI therapy. We have found his outbreaks have stopped and his lab tests normalized. We remain convinced UBI therapy was a large part of his success during a once a week 8 week infusion program.

Ozone Major Autohemotherapy

Glutathione Push IV

Glutathione and its related enzymes are our most prolific antioxidants because in addition to directly scavenging free radicals, they also reactivate other antioxidants. It also plays crucial roles in the immune response, DNA repair, and the detoxification process that neutralizes drugs, chemicals, radiation, metabolic wastes, and other toxins and carcinogens. Glutathione depletion is also associated with disease and aging.  While glutathione can be used simply as a supplement, some conditions call for more intensive doses. This can best be accomplished by administering it intravenously, thereby bypassing the digestive tract and efficiently delivering it to target tissues.

Intravenous Chelation

Intravenous Chelation is a treatment used in conventional medicine for removing heavy metals (including mercury) from the blood. It involves intravenous injections of a chelating agent - EDTA (ethylene diamine tetra-acetic acid), a synthetic amino acid.

EDTA is the main component in our intravenous chelation. It has been shown and proven by randomized prospective, double blind studies, to be effective against heart attacks and hospitalizations due to high blood pressure. It can also reduce high blood pressure, and possibly reduce or eliminate the need for of heart disease medications. It may also reduce or eliminate the need for bypass surgery or angioplasties in patients with blocked arteries.

These same studies have shown that the beneficial effects of chelation are even more pronounced in diabetic patients. In addition, the removal of heavy metals such as mercury, aluminum, arsenic, cadmium and lead can improve or reverse many other diseases.

For example, we have observed patients with prostate cancer, who undergo weekly chelation therapy, have significant reductions in markers of tumor growth down to normal levels (PSA or prostatic specific antigen). Some of these patients have also experienced a reduction of prostate tumors as measured by magnetic resonance imaging studies. Other patients have experienced disappearance of tumor by digital rectal examination.

The use of chelation therapy, which  have been performed successfully for the past 50 years, suggests most diseases may initiate or worsen by the presence of contaminants, that may in turn, be removed by this modality.

The treatment takes about 10 minutes, and we initially recommended a series of once-weekly treatments for six weeks, in order to determine the clinical outcome and the course of ongoing treatment.

Risks and Requirements

IV therapies require patients to have “good veins”. This means the patient has to have prominent and large veins for the nurse to place an IV catheter. When patients have serious conditions such as cancer, a venous access port or PICC line can be placed by a radiologist at Dr. Rucker’s request.

Generalized risks, though minimal, include pain, bruising and redness at the IV site. We have had no major incidents at our office and find these therapies to be low risk, high reward.

Insurance Reimbursement

Most of these procedures require cash payment due to insurance inability to cover. On some occasions, commercial insurance will provide a partial reimbursement.

To schedule a consultation call our office at (941) 448-1199 or email us at info@ruckerozonedoc.com.  You can also go to our website at www.ruckerozonedoc.com

Clinical examples of Low Dose Naltrexone

Bino Rucker, M.D.

Kim Jones, M.S.

About the authors: Formerly a cancer surgeon, Dr. Bino Rucker integrated a holistic element to his practice that goes beyond the limits of standard big practice models. Rucker Integrative Medicine offers an array of innovative treatments including bio-identical hormone balancing, ozone injection and chronic sports injury solutions  to name just a few. As Dr. Rucker furthered his growth in the healing arts, he came across an amazing substance; LDN or Low Dose Naltrexone

Ms. Jones is a freelance journalist who collaborates on clinical topics with Dr. Rucker. She can be reached at info@ruckerozonedoc.com

Low-Dose Naltrexone, Bino Rucker, M.D.

Naltrexone is a drug already being used to treat patients battling addiction. In lower doses, however, it has the potential to treat tens-of-thousands of patients suffering illnesses such as Crohn’s disease, Lupus and even HIV. Those are just a fraction of a growing list of conditions LDN has the capacity to treat. Most patients experience no negative side effects.  

One method  of acquiring knowledge Dr Rucker utilizes to this day  is to read books about every compound that he finds has value in order to really master any given  concept. One such book was written by Dr. Burt Berkson – The Alpha Lipoic Acid Breakthrough.

Early in his career,  Berkson observed an unexpected effect of Alpha Lipoic Acid (or  ALA) on his cancer patients. ALA was selectively killing cancer cells while leaving normal cells unharmed. Pancreatic and hepatic cancer patients went into remission following intravenous ALA  treatment. In his writings and interviews, he combined ALA with LDN.

LDN  was clinically utilized by Dr. Bernard Bihari in the 80's. He serendipitously discovered that it helped his HIV patients along with his cancer patients and those with other autoimmune disorders.  An interview with Bihari details his findings.

Traditionally used in large doses to treat opiate addiction, Bihari found an entirely different use for the drug in considerably lower doses.  A great many autoimmune diseases are beginning to be viewed as diseases of endorphin deficiency. To simplify, LDN appears to correct and balance the low levels of endorphins that cause the disease itself.

Dr.  Rucker notes, “After studying LDN in great detail, gleaning information from books, articles and medical lectures, I established my comfort level with it and began prescribing it to my own patients. Here I will share a few case histories and explain why I think it works and why it is a phenomenal substance.”

Case history: 48 yo female was diagnosed with Lyme disease, but I suspected she had a form of Cipro toxicity and started her on LDN with excellent results.

Prior history from 2008 through 2017:

Patient experienced  numerous sinus infections which were treated with Levaquin and Cipro.

Major issues include tears in both Achilles tendons while walking (indicative of Cipro toxicity), joint pain and stiffness and  tingling in arms and hands. Tingling resolved after Chiro visit, stiffness and pain ongoing.

Suspected abdominal aneurysm (due to shortness of breath, heart palpitations and concern over tendon tear history causing collagen loss in other areas of the body) was ruled out by cardiologist after echocardiogram and abdominal ultrasound.

Suspected parathyroid tumor was ruled out by endocrinologist.

Test results from visit to Lyme specialist showed Lyme, MTHFR gene mutation and very low coq10.

Overall symptoms of ongoing energy loss, difficulty concentrating, brain fog, depression, shortness of breath with minor exertion, irritability, acid reflux, higher than normal blood pressure and heart palpitations.

Dr. Rucker examined Laura and discussed her history with her. He felt she had a case of Ciprofloxicin toxicity and subsequent immune system derangement. Dr. Rucker felt this clinical scenario warranted a trial of low dose Naltrexone taken each morning at 2 mg daily and this resulted in a very rapid clinical turnaround.

These symptoms have all reversed within 2 weeks of LDN treatment, patient notes that  she feels like a "new person".

Conclusion: Based upon the rapid clinical turnaround, this case presents some interesting findings. We doubt the patient had Lyme Disease. The theory of possible immune derangement due to Cipro toxicity is a reasonable conclusion,  as Low Dose Naltrexone rebalances patients’ immune systems and this seems to be the case. Dr Rucker has treated over 100 patients for various conditions using Low Dose Naltrexone and this matches the clinical findings of other physicians who work with the product.

Side effect profile includes vivid dreams, difficulty falling asleep. These can be dose and time dependent.

Dr. Bihari had patients take the medication at night, citing that the brain makes  endorphins between two and four in the morning. In my experience, I’ve found it more effective to  customize the dosage timing for each patient individually.

Naltrexone  is a prescription-only  medication and treatment requires close monitoring  by a physician.

The Truth About Colloidal Silver – Separating Myth From Fact

Let’s start with the basics – what IS colloidal silver? What is it used for? In the simplest terms, colloidal silver is a solution of microscopic particles of silver suspended in a pure liquid, usually water. In the broadest terms, it’s used to supplement the immune system, usually in the form of an oral solution.

In truth, it’s so much more than that. This article is intended to clearly define its benefits and dispel negative connotations floating around the all-encompassing internet. There is also the question of, amidst a dizzying array of brands of colloidal silver available today, whether there is one specific brand that offers all of those benefits without negative side effects.

Colloidal silver has a long and colorful (namely blue, but we’ll get to that..) history. The Greeks used silver vessels to keep water and other liquids fresh. The Romans did the same with wine to avoid spoilage. The use of silver is mentioned in ancient Egyptian writings. The writings of Greek philosopher and historian Herodotus date the use of silver to before the birth of Christ. In the Middle Ages, the wealthy consumed food using genuine silver to shield them from the full force of the plague. The benefits of silver have been known and utilized in cultures and civilizations worldwide throughout history.

Prior to the introduction of antibiotics, colloidal silver was used in hospitals and has been recognized as a bactericide for at least 1200 years. In the late 1800’s it came back into fashion as a powerful germ fighter. Medicinal silver compounds were then developed and commonly used as a medicine. In the early 1900’s the use of silver as an antibacterial substance became widespread. By the 1940’s there were around four dozen different silver compounds on the market being used to treat just about every known infectious disease. These compounds came in topical, injectable and oral forms.

Some negative press began to surface in the early 1900’s due to the overuse of certain types of protein-bound silver compounds causing a grey or blueish discoloration of the skin known as argyria , along with a supply of improperly prepared and unstable solutions. Myths surrounding the use of colloidal silver abound – it’s been blamed for harming human cells when in fact recent studies have demonstrated that the body has a specific process for isolating and detoxifying accumulated silver, protecting cells from harm.

Colloidal silver has been said to cause a “cytokine storm” (massive inflammation) in the lungs of even healthy individuals. Studies have in fact shown that silver actually modifies cytokine expression and reduces inflammation.

It has been said that colloidal silver causes hardening of the arteries. In reality studies have shown that silver stops red blood cells from clumping, helping prevent heart attacks and strokes rather than causing them. There has been no medical documentation relating silver to arteriosclerosis.  

Here is where things get tricky; most silvers on the market aren’t true colloidal silver. The term “colloidal” is being used to describe two types of silver products - true colloidal silver and ionic silver solutions. Ionic silver solutions do not make it through the digestive system. Because it’s stable, true colloidal silver survives digestion and is absorbed into the bloodstream. True colloidal silver contains nanoparticles of silver suspended in a pure liquid solution. Most silvers on the market are ionic silver solutions, which are less expensive to produce. At this time there are no regulations requiring manufacturers to specify whether the product is a true colloid, or an ionic solution.

Most of the ill effects attributed to colloidal silver have in fact been caused by the consumption (and often overconsumption) of ionic silver products. The majority of consumers are completely unaware that there is a difference. The use of a sub-par product is ineffective at best and in many cases harmful. Another area of concern is with products being marketed as colloidal silver generators that enable consumers to make the product at home. None of these generators produce true colloidal silver. They are incapable of producing nanoparticles of silver. What they produce is ionic silver via electrolysis, resulting in the same solution as many mislabeled over-the-counter products. This puts homemade colloidal silver enthusiasts at risk of suffering the negative side effects falsely associated with true colloidal silver.

The problem with mislabeled and homemade “colloidal silver” is that in its ionic form, silver is highly reactive with other elements. Chloride is the most prevalent anion (a negatively charged ion) and silver ions immediately bond to it, forming silver chloride. Silver chloride is an insoluble salt that does not dissolve inside the body once it is formed.  Silver chloride is eliminated by the kidneys and expelled through the urine, leaving very little, if any silver particles in the body.

Ingestion of highly concentrated amounts of ionic silver can cause argyria, a permanent greyish or blue discoloration of the skin. True colloidal silver does not cause this condition.

Conclusion

To conclude this article, we would like to share some important aspects of the colloidal silver usage and general dosage parameters.

• Topically it can be used for cuts, scrapes, burns, and bug bites as an antiseptic and healing agent.
• Daily oral dosing for adults and children is one or two tablespoons daily depending on condition being treated.
• 5 cc can be placed in a nebulizer and inhaled to fight off colds and viruses of the respiratory tract.
• It can also be used successfully in anti-lyme, anti-herpes, anti-flu protocols under the guidance of an experienced practitioner. 

Any inquires about product availability and pricing can be made directly through Dr Rucker’s office info@ruckerozonedoc.com or 941 448 1199. You can also go to our website at www.ruckerozonedoc.com

Male Testosterone Therapy Options - Injections and Pellets, Bino Rucker, M.D.

Bino Rucker, M.D. recently sat down to do a video primer on testosterone therapy options for our males patients we offer in our medical practice.  This is something that Dr. Rucker has a great deal of experience treating and diagnosing with our males patients who have low testosterone.

How do you diagnose and treat low testosterone?

The simple start to diagnosing low testosterone is a physical  exam and history with the patient.  A patient who suffers from low testosterone often will find their quality of life has diminished due to a change in their hormone level.  A blood test is done to corroborate the Doctor's suspicion.

Typical signs of low testosterone:

Low Testosterone?  Dr. Rucker has a solution!

• decreased energy
• decreased concentration
• decreased libido
• decreased sexual function
• decreased muscle mass
• decreased motivation for exercise
• difficulty with sleep patterns
• memory loss

A patient that meets the criteria for testosterone therapy has several options.  Dr. Rucker has two modalities that are his favored options which we will discuss.

1. Injection Therapy - Patient has an intramuscular testosterone injection.  Dr. Rucker believes this provides more of a predictable response to the testosterone rather than  using creams, gels, or under arm type rub on formulas.  This is a style of testosterone therapy that Dr. Rucker advocates and see tremendous results.
2. Testosterone Pellet Therapy - Pellet therapy is very convenient for those not wanting to inject themselves.  Dr. Rucker makes a small nick in the area around the flank.  Small pellets (size of grains of rice) are placed in a linear manner just under the skin.  Dr. Rucker typically uses one stitch to close up the incision.  The pellet releases testosterone in a controlled manner which typically lasts four to six months for our male patients.  We follow our patients clinically and with bloodwork to find out when our patients will require the next round of testosterone pellet therapy.  

These are two very successful options for treating our male patients dealing with low testosterone.

Currently we offer testosterone pellet therapy for males at $895, FREE Office Consultation and Lab Review included.  Any males considering testosterone injections will have to call our office for current pricing.  

If you suffer with low testosterone and live in the Tampa, Sarasota, or Bradenton area and need help call our office at (941) 448-1199 or email info@ruckerozonedoc.com

Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Of course I like pizza, but unfortunately you eat a pizza and the first thing you want to do is take a nap.  After the nap, I feel pretty lethargic for the remainder of the day.  I had heard about using cauliflower to make a pizza crust, but the feedback I had received was mixed.  The main complaint I heard was the crust is soggy.  Others told me it was really good.  So the quest was on to make a cauliflower pizza crust without it being soggy.  I think I found a viable option!

Cauliflower Pizza with Toppings

Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe

Serves 2 to 4 people

Ingredients:

1 Head of Cauliflower Florets

1 egg, beaten

1/3 cup of parmesean cheese (shredded)

1 teaspoon dried oregano

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Directions:

Preheat your over to 400 Fahrenheit

1. Pulse batches of raw cauliflower in a food processor, until it is a rice-like texture

2. Fill a large pot with about and inch or two of water, bring to a boil.  Add the cauliflower rice and cover.  Let it cook for about 4-5 minutes.  Drain in a fine mesh strainer.  Let it cool down for the next step.

3. Wrap up the cauliflower rice in a clean dish towel and SQUEEZE out all the excess water.  This is definitely the key step so you get a nice dry pizza crust.  You will be amazed which the amount of water that comes out.  

Cauliflower Pizza Crust, Ready for the Oven

4.  In a large bowl, mix up strained rice, beaten egg, parmesean cheese, dried oregano and spices.  Mix thouroughly.

5.  Press the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.  It is important you used parchment paper and not waxed paper.  I tried to make my crust about 1/3" inch thick as that is what I read on several recipes on-line.

6.  Bake for 35-40 minutes at 400 Fahrenheit.  I had to cook mine longer as you want to make sure the crust looks firm and golden brown.

7.  Add toppings of your choice, and bake an additional 10 minutes at 400 Fahrenheit.  For my pizza I added red sauce, artichokes, mushrooms, and onions.

I was pleasantly surprised with this pizza.  It fed two of us easily and the best part is I did not feel like I had a gut bomb lodged in my stomach the next morning.  Some people make a bunch of cauliflower rice and store it in the freezer, grab it as needed.

I definitely look forward to making this more often and changing up the toppings and crust thickness in the future.  Excellent option for those wanting to avoid carbs and gluten!

Thanks for reading and let me know if you have any questions!

Stem Cell Therapy Package, Tennis Shoulder Injury Healed

Dr. Bino Rucker, M.D. is building a solid resume of healing our patients and professional athletes who choose to utilize our Premium Stem Cell Package.  It is always good practice to remember where it all begin, and I thought I would do a blog post in regards to our first patient that received our Premium Stem Cell Package.

Our friend Carl Troinao is the CEO at Trojan Powder Coating and was the first patient to utilize our Premium Stem Cell Package.  Carl at the time was a 60 year old male in great shape and very active tennis player.  Carl injured his shoulder while playing tennis six months.  The injury was limiting his mobility to the point he could not raise his arm above his shoulder.  Carl had tried chiropractic, deep tissue massage, and a series of ozone injections.  Carl had seen some progress, but nothing could seem to get him 100%.  That is when Dr. Rucker decided Carl should try our Premium Stem Cell Package, which consists of the following:

• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
• Stem Cell Therapy
• Ozone Injection or Prolozone Injection
• Strength & Performance Plus Drops (150mg of Growth Factors each dropper)

Carl received the treatment on Thursday, and he was able to see immediate progress and recovery.  Carl was able to play tennis on Monday, which means his shoulder felt strong enough after only four days which is the fastest healing capacity we have experienced from any patient of professional athlete.

In our experience many factors are involved with the recovery which include lifestyle, eating, and genetics.  Carl had also been taking the Strength & Performance Plus drops for several months and had seen the strength and recovery benefits.

The shoulder injury is a very common injury we see in our Medical Practice, and most of the time we great fantastic results with our ozone injections.  Carl exhausted the ozone injections, and decided he wanted to go full throttle with the best option to heal his shoulder.  To this day Carl has no issues with his shoulder and actively plays tennis with no limitations.

If you are a patient or professional athlete and suffer from a chronic injury then you have come to the right place.  Alternative therapies such as Ozone Injections, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), and Stem Cell Therapy are available that are noninvasive and allow you to heal in an efficient time manner.

Feel free to call our office at (941) 448-1199 or email us at info@ruckerozonedoc.com

Testosterone Pellet Therapy: Hassle Free Solution for Men and Women

Testosterone Therapy is very common in our society, and it is big business.  By 2017 "Low T" is projected to reach over $5 Billion.  Dr. Rucker has had tremendous success with treating our patients with testosterone therapy.  Many of our patients are extremely happy with the results, but some of our patients do not like the inconvenience of having to self-inject themselves every week.  What is another viable option? Over the past four months Dr. Rucker has been treating both male and female patients with Testosterone Pellet Therapy.

Testosterone Pellet Therapy

Testosterone Pellets are made up of hormones (i.e. testosterone) that are pressed or fused into very small solid cylinders.  These pellets are larger than a grain of rice and smaller than a 'Tic Tac'.  In the United States, the majority of pellets are made by compounding pharmacists and delivered in sterile packaging.

Pellets deliver consistent, healthy levels of hormones for 3-4 months in women and 4-5 months in men. The pellets do not need to be removed, they completely dissolve on their own.  Pellets avoid the fluctuations, or ups and downs, of hormone levels seen with every other method of delivery.  This is important for optimal health and disease prevention.  Pellets do not increase the risk of blood clots like conventional or synthetic hormone replacement therapy.

Testosterone levels begin to decline in men beginning in their early 30's.  Most men maintain adequate levels of testosterone into their mid 40's with some into their late 60's.  Men should be tested when they begin to show signs of testosterone deficiency.  Even men in their 30's can be testosterone deficient and show signs of bone loss, fatigue, depression, erectile dysfunction, difficulty sleeping, and mental decline.  Most men need to be tested around 50 years of age.  It is never too late to benefit from hormone therapy.  In addition, as men age and their testosterone level declines, estrogen levels may increase.

Men and women need adequate levels of testosterone for optimal mental and physical health, and for the prevention of chronic illnesses like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, which are associated with low testosterone levels.  The insertion of pellets is a simple, relatively painless procedure done under local anesthesia.  The pellets are usually inserted in the "love handle" or upper buttock through a small incision, which is then closed with a skin tape.  The experience of the health care professional matters a great deal, not only in placing the pellets, but also in determining the correct dosage of hormones to be used.  The patient will be monitored and levels will be checked on an ongoing basis to make sure the patient is getting the proper dosage.

Some patients begin to 'feel better' within 24-48 hours while others may take a week or two to notice a difference.  Diet and lifestyle, along with hormone balance are critical for optimal health.  Stress is a major contributor to hormone imbalance and illness.  Side effects and adverse drug events from prescription medications can interfere with beneficial effects of the testosterone implant.  

Dr. Rucker inserting Testosterone Pellets in a patient

Why have most patients not hear about Testosterone Pellet Therapy?  Pellets are not patented and have not been marketed in the United States for financial reasons.  Pellets are frequently used in Europe and Australia where pharmaceutical companies produce pellets.  Most of the research on pellets is out of Europe and Australia.  Pellets were frequently used in the United States from about 1940 through the late 70's when oral patented estrogens were marketed to the public.

Some insurance companies cover the cost of the pellets, others do not.  Each insurance and specific policy benefit is different.  We suggest each patient check with their respective insurance company for coverage prior to making an appointment.

Some of the benefits of Testosterone Pellet Therapy:

• Increase in muscle mass, strength, and tone
• Increase in libido
• Increase in energy
• Improved mental function
• Improvement in mood
• Improvement in sleep
• Decreased body fat
• Lowers LDL Cholesterol
• Protection against coronary & heart disease

If you are a male or female and are dealing with testosterone issues and would like an alternative to the hassle of self injecting, call our office at (941) 448-1199.  Dr. Rucker and Rucker Integrative Medicine are serving the Sarasota, Bradenton, Tampa, and surrounding areas.  You can also reach us via email at info@ruckerozonedoc.com or visit our website at www.ruckerozonedoc.com