Naturopathic Health Check: Thyroid

If you’re experiencing signs and symptoms of a thyroid condition, we can offer you a holistic and evidence-based approach to assessment and treatment.

Our Thyroid Naturopathic Health Check will help you understand the symptoms you’re experiencing and give you the answers you’re looking for. Naturopathy combines the best of traditional and evidence-based medicine, centred around holistic care, with the aim to support healing and balance within the body. 

What are some typical symptoms of Thyroid conditions?

Thyroid issues can present with the following range of symptoms. It’s important to note that other conditions may overlap these symptoms and not all symptoms will necessarily be present. This is why it’s important to have a thyroid assessment.

HYPERTHYROID	HYPOTHYROID
Signs your thyroid may be high	Signs your thyroid may be low
Unexplained weight loss	Unexplained weight gain
Anxiety	Depression
Sensitivity to heat	Sensitivity to cold
Sweaty palms	Doesn’t sweat often
Rapid heart rate/palpitations	Slow heart rate
Insomnia	Fatigue & poor concentration
High basal body temp	Low basal body temp
Diarrhoea	Constipation
Brittle hair	Thinning hair/ hair fall
Thinning skin	Dry skin
Hand tremors	Puffy face

What does our Thyroid Naturopathic Health Check include?

You will receive three consultations with a qualified Naturopath here at NIIM.

Initial assessment = 60 mins
Referral for thyroid panel, urinary iodine, key nutrients, cortisol (*test fees not included)
Review to discuss results and map a plan = 45 mins
Follow-up appointment to track progress = 45 mins
Access to free resources and exclusive video guides regarding thyroid health conditions

What will our Naturopaths will test for?

The following tests are for any individuals who suspect they may have a thyroid issue or condition. A thorough thyroid assessment looks at the adrenals, a full investigation of the thyroid, and consider these downstream impacts. Thyroid conditions are often missed due to the wide reference range of the routine thyroid test (TSH), which is why we look at 12 different markers including TSH – the messenger hormone from the pituitary to the thyroid, stimulating the thyroid to make thyroid hormones. Your Naturopath will discuss testing options with you during your initial consult.

Free T4 – the less active thyroid hormone produced by the thyroid
Free T3 – T4 converts into T3, which is 5–7x more active
Thyroid antibodies – indicating the immune system is attacking the thyroid; this may occur for some time before other thyroid markers are affected
Reverse T3 – an inactive thyroid hormone which competes with T3
Spot urinary iodine – iodine is an essential component of thyroid hormones
Plasma zinc – zinc is a cofactor that encourages the conversion of T4 into T3 rather than reverse T3
Saliva cortisol – elevated cortisol impedes thyroid function
Selenium – supports conversion from inactive to active thyroid hormone and protects the thyroid gland against antibodies
CRP – detects inflammation
Vitamin D – important for modulating the immune system
Iron – important to activate thyroid hormone

After the tests and assessments, your naturopath will develop a plan to support your body to function at its optimal level, helping you to feel more balanced and at ease.

This may include a combination of some or all of the following, depending on your assessment results:

Nutritional and diet education & advice
Natural supplements and herbal medicine
Sleep optimisation support
Hair, skin & nail support
Nervous system regulation strategies
Other lifestyle advice

Fees 

The Thyroid Naturopathic Health Check fee is $495 (inc GST).
*Fees for tests are not included in this health check.
If you’re experiencing symptoms of a thyroid condition and looking for holistic treatment options, call our NIIM Clinic Reception on (03) 9804 0646 or book online via the form below.

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