Lyme disease is not a single infection, it’s a cascade of immune dysfunction, inflammation, and toxicity that disrupts nearly every system in the body. This complexity is why functional medicine, led by practitioners like Dr. Brad Montagne at HealthfullyU, has become a cornerstone of long-term Lyme recovery.
Why Functional Medicine?
Traditional medicine typically offers antibiotics and symptom management. Functional medicine looks deeper, why did the infection persist, and what underlying imbalances prevent healing?
Dr. Montagne investigates four primary factors:
- Immune Dysregulation: An overactive or suppressed immune system.
- Toxin Overload: Mold, heavy metals, and mycotoxins that block detox pathways.
- Gut Dysfunction: Leaky gut and microbiome imbalance that worsen inflammation.
- Mitochondrial Damage: Cellular fatigue leading to brain fog and chronic tiredness.
Comprehensive Testing and Analysis
HealthfullyU uses advanced diagnostic testing hormone panels, mycotoxin screening, food sensitivity tests, and microbiome mapping to reveal the hidden drivers behind each case of chronic Lyme.
Personalized Functional Protocol
After reviewing test results, Dr. Brad Montagne creates a personalized plan combining:
- Natural Antimicrobials to target residual infection gently.
- Detoxification Therapies using binders, saunas, and antioxidant support.
- Nutritional Medicine to replenish deficiencies and heal the gut.
- Stress-Reduction & Sleep Support to rebalance the nervous system.
Empowered Healing
The focus is on restoring whole-body function. Patients often notice improved energy, clearer thinking, and reduced pain within weeks. Over time, the body learns to maintain equilibrium on its own.
Dr. Montagne’s goal is to move every patient from chronic illness to true health independence.