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Autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, inflammatory bowel disease, and lupus can move in cycles of calm and flare. These flare-ups often occur when the immune system becomes overstimulated by triggers such as stress, infections, dietary changes, or shifts in temperature and daylight. During the transition into colder months, many patients notice more fatigue, pain, stiffness, or digestive upset. Recognizing these patterns and knowing how to respond can help reduce the severity of flare-ups and promote a faster recovery.
We begin by identifying what's driving your flare and distinguishing it from other issues like infection or medication effects. Your evaluation may include:
A detailed review of symptoms, exposures, and recent changes
Focused physical examination
Food intolerance testing and other naturopathic diagnostic assessments when appropriate
Review of medications, supplements, and recent illnesses
This process helps us find the cause rather than just treating symptoms.
Our integrative approach combines functional evaluation with hands-on therapies and targeted natural treatments to bring your body back into balance.
Bio-Thermal Therapy® supports circulation, improves tissue healing, and helps calm localized inflammation that often accompanies autoimmune activity.
IV Nutrient Therapy delivers vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants directly into the bloodstream for quick absorption and immune support when oral intake is limited.
Regenerative Medicine (PRP) is used in some cases of inflammatory or joint-related flare to reduce pain and encourage tissue repair.
Manual Therapy helps relieve muscular and fascial tension that can worsen inflammation or pain, especially when the body is compensating during a flare.
Targeted Nutrition and Natural Medicines address food sensitivities, restore gut balance, and support the body’s ability to regulate inflammation naturally.
While every patient’s plan is different, some general steps can help shorten or reduce flare intensity:
Prioritize consistent sleep and rest to support immune regulation
Manage stress with breathing, gentle stretching, or acupuncture
Eat cooked, easily digestible foods and reduce known dietary triggers
Stay hydrated and include anti-inflammatory foods like omega-3-rich fish and vegetables
Check in with your doctor about supportive nutrient therapy before symptoms worsen
Contact us or seek urgent care if you experience high fever, new neurological symptoms, or rapidly worsening joint swelling or pain. These signs may indicate complications that need prompt attention.
Preventive care focuses on maintaining immune balance through lifestyle, nutrition, and early intervention. Seasonal “tune-up” visits can help you prepare for predictable triggers such as weather changes or increased stress during the holidays.
The goal is not just to manage flares, but to reduce how often they occur and how long they last.
At Portland Clinic of Holistic Health, our doctors provide comprehensive naturopathic care for patients managing autoimmune conditions. We combine diagnostic insight with evidence-based natural therapies, including Bio-Thermal Therapy®, IV nutrient therapy, regenerative injections, and manual therapy to help patients restore balance and reduce inflammation.
If you’re experiencing frequent autoimmune flares, we invite you to schedule an appointment or learn more about our integrative approach at holistichealthpc.com.
