At French Med Spa + Health, we usually say too much of a good thing is still a good thing. Who doesn’t love an extra extra dirty martini or an extended trip to the Amalfi Coast?
Unfortunately, when it comes to inflammation, the body’s natural healing response, too much of a good thing can become a problem. When inflammation sticks around past its welcome, it can affect everything from your energy levels and everyday comfort to your outward appearance.
Luckily, with innovative anti-inflammatory treatment in St. Charles, IL, we help patients feel better, heal faster, and live more vibrantly. Continue reading to find out more about inflammation and how our treatments can promote recovery and resilience.
Understanding Inflammation
Inflammation is a natural and important process that helps your body heal from infection and injury.
When harmful stimuli like a cut or bacteria threaten the body, your immune system triggers an inflammatory response, sending cells to address and eliminate the issue.
The cells trap germs, toxins, viruses, and other invaders, while releasing enzymes to break down any damaged tissue and stimulate healing. Typically, inflammation causes symptoms like pain or tenderness, swelling, heat, and even discoloration—all signs that the inflammation is hard at work.
We call this type of short-lived, helpful inflammation acute inflammation.
You’ve experienced acute inflammation whenever you’ve had a fever, a sore throat, swelling around a sprain, or even bruising. Typically, acute inflammation lasts a few hours to a few days, depending on the situation.
However, inflammation can also affect parts of your body you can’t see. Usually, these hidden inflammatory responses help you heal. But if unseen inflammation lasts too long, it can work silently against your health.
Inflammation that lasts for months or even years, especially when there is no real danger present, can cause a range of harmful effects. Unchecked, ongoing inflammation can result in everything from low energy to mood disorders to premature aging.
We call this type of continuous, harmful inflammation chronic inflammation.
How to Know If You Have Chronic Inflammation
So, how do you identify chronic inflammation? Sighting the signs can prove difficult, especially because they progress slowly.
Signs and symptoms of chronic inflammation can include:
- Persistent fatigue
- Insomnia
- Body aches
- Abdominal pain
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Muscle weakness
- Mouth sores
- Skin rashes
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Mood disorders
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Frequent infections
Chronic inflammation can reveal itself in many forms, which can make it a complicated issue to pinpoint. A blood test, imaging test, or physical exam from a healthcare professional can identify inflammation and help determine the extent of the issue.
However, by a certain age, most people suffer from some level of chronic inflammation. That’s why at French Med Spa + Health, we offer anti-inflammatory treatment in St. Charles, IL, so you can reduce inflammation and improve your overall health, even before it takes a heavy toll.
“Everyone has some type of inflammation going on, whether or not it is visible. The sooner and earlier you address it, the better. It takes time to reduce inflammation and get the body back to homeostasis. With patience, leading a healthier lifestyle, and doing anti-inflammatory treatments, you are well on the way to feeling and looking your best.” — The French Med Spa + Health Team
Anti-Inflammatory Treatments
At French Med Spa + Health, our expert team helps patients reduce inflammation and return to homeostasis with advanced anti-inflammatory treatment in St. Charles, IL. From Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to cryotherapy, our treatments encourage deep healing and even promote long-term health.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy increases the amount of oxygen in your body to help remove toxins and reduce inflammation.
Normal air contains approximately 21% oxygen by volume, with other gases making up the rest. However, during HBOT treatment, the device pumps extra oxygen into a sealed, pressurized chamber.
As you lie comfortably in the chamber, you breathe 100% pure oxygen. At the same time, the higher-than-normal atmospheric pressure increases the amount of oxygen your blood can carry to your tissues.
As oxygen floods your body, it provides benefits like:
- Decreased pain
- Supported wound healing
- Better sleep
- Improved cognitive function
- Reduced IBS symptoms
- Supported long-term wellness
In other words, HBOT helps your body fight infection, repair tissue, and, of course, reduce chronic inflammation. We especially recommend HBOT to our athletic patients, who can benefit from the deep-tissue healing HBOT provides.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is an easy, relaxing anti-inflammatory treatment in St. Charles, IL.
The treatment requires no prep—you can enter the hyperbaric oxygen chamber just as you are. During treatment, you simply lie in the cozy chamber for 60 to 90 minutes while breathing the concentrated oxygen. The treatment also has no downtime, meaning you can return to work or normal activities immediately after.
Peptide Therapy
Peptide therapy helps bring your body back into proper balance and rapidly address chronic inflammation.
Peptides are the building blocks of proteins. These short chains of amino acids naturally occur in all living organisms and play an essential role in many biological processes, from regulating insulin secretion and collagen production to helping your body ward off infection.
To fight inflammation, we often recommend a peptide like BPC-157, which helps repair the gut, stimulate muscle growth, heal wounds, regenerate bones, aid in neurological recovery, and more.
Benefits of peptide therapy include:
- Improved skin health
- Anti-aging effects
- Faster healing
- Better muscle recovery
- Regulated hormones
- Increased energy levels
Whether you prefer small, daily injections or oral tablets, peptide therapy offers a quick and effortless way to fight inflammation.
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Cryotherapy
Another high-tech treatment, cryotherapy can reduce inflammation in as little as just 3 minutes.
During treatment, you stand in the cryotherapy chamber while your head remains outside. The chamber then exposes your body to extremely low temperatures, typically between -150°F and -240°F. Treatment only lasts about 2 to 3 minutes.
The cold triggers your body’s “fight or flight” response and redirects blood to your core to protect vital organs. Oxygen-rich blood then returns to the extremities, helping with muscle recovery and pain relief.
This invigorating treatment also triggers a release of endorphins and adrenaline, hormones that improve mood and energy.
Benefits of cryotherapy include:
- Pain relief
- Improved athletic performance
- Enhanced skin health
- Boosted metabolism
- Better sleep
- Anti-aging effects
- Reduced inflammation
Whether you have chronic inflammation, muscle soreness, fatigue, brain fog, or a weakened immune system, cryotherapy can quickly improve your overall health. It’s also a great option for athletes looking for immediate soreness relief.
Plus, unlike many local options, our chamber uses real liquid nitrogen, allowing it to reach temperatures as low as -290°F for true, full-body cold therapy.
After treatment, many patients report immediate clarity, energy, and reduced discomfort.
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Home Remedies
A great, long-term treatment plan for chronic inflammation starts at home.
Regular exercise and a healthy diet help reduce the inflammatory response. Furthermore, getting proper sleep and avoiding alcohol, smoking, and processed foods can help prevent additional inflammation from developing.
Paired with cutting-edge anti-inflammatory treatment in St. Charles, IL, you can help stop and reverse inflammation.
Why Choose French Med Spa + Health?
Founded by Dr. Karen French, our med spa and wellness center offers a unique blend of clinical expertise, artful aesthetics, and whole-body health treatments.
Everything we do, we do with extreme care—because everyone deserves to enjoy luxury and restoration. From the soothing elegance of our sanctuary-like environment to expert anti-inflammatory treatment in St. Charles, IL, we infuse every step of your journey with sophistication.
Just hear from some of our patients about their experiences:
“I’ve used French Med Spa for my family and myself many times. My son and my wife use their cryotherapy for quicker, more efficient recovery from sports injuries or overuse. I’ve used their Hyperbaric Oxygen chamber numerous times and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I highly suggest them. Their staff is professional, their office is beautiful and the service is amazing. +1 highly recommended.” – Chris H.
“Such a pleasant experience! The spa was so clean and so beautifully decorated. The staff was so informative and helpful. My treatment was very beneficial, and I can’t wait to go again! I highly recommend French Med Spa for my friends and family!!!” – Kari K.
“From the moment you walk in the door, you instantly feel welcome. The services are second to none, the staff is exceptional, and all the little touches instantly relax me. Love this place and would recommend to anyone!!” – Maureen R.
Reduce Inflammation and Feel Better Than Ever
Anti-inflammatory treatment in St. Charles, IL, helps patients fight chronic, invisible inflammation for restored health, improved energy, and a better quality of life. If you’re ready to feel better than ever, request an appointment to get started.
During your private, in-depth consultation, we get to know you better and hear about your inflammation concerns. Then, we help guide you to the best treatment method for you.
Or, try our treatment planning tool to plan your visit and discover more treatment options.
