Dawson Integrative & Functional Medicine LLC

10/09/2026

Menopause can change your hormones AND your metabolism.

HRT + low-dose tirzepatide can be a powerful combination—supporting hormone balance, metabolic health, body composition, energy, and overall well-being during the menopausal years.

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10244 East Colonial Drive Suite 204
Orlando, Florida 32817
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10/07/2026

PHOTOBIOMODULATION THERAPY

PBM is an innovative, non-invasive therapy designed to support the brain, nervous system, and cellular health.

What is Photobiomodulation?

PBM uses precisely targeted red and near-infrared wavelengths of light to influence cellular activity and support the body’s natural repair and regulatory processes. This isn’t simply a heat lamp or traditional red-light bulb — this technology is designed to deliver specific wavelengths to targeted areas, including the brain and vagus nerve.

Research into photobiomodulation is exploring its potential role in supporting:

✨ Cellular energy & mitochondrial function
✨ Healthy inflammatory responses
✨ Brain health & cognitive function
✨ Circulation and cellular repair
✨ Autonomic nervous system regulation
✨ Vagal activity & nervous system balance
✨ Recovery, resilience & overall wellness

Depending on the individual and treatment approach, PBM may be incorporated into care plans for patients experiencing:

• Brain fog, memory & cognitive concerns
• Post-concussion & neurological recovery support
• Dysautonomia & autonomic nervous system imbalance
• Chronic stress, anxiety, depression & poor nervous-system regulation
• Autism & ADHD
• Fatigue & low cellular energy
• Chronic inflammatory conditions
• Chronic pain & musculoskeletal recovery
• Sleep disturbances
• Gut-brain dysfunction & motility concerns
• Mold/environmental exposure-related symptoms
• Chronic sinus & upper-airway inflammation
• Immune dysregulation
• Healthy aging, brain health & overall wellness

✨ MULTIPLE WAYS TO TARGET THERAPY

🧠 Cranial Photobiomodulation
Targeted light delivery to support brain energy metabolism, cognitive function and neurological health.

🌿 Vagus Nerve Photobiomodulation
Designed to support autonomic balance, relaxation, gut-brain communication and healthy vagal activity.

👃 Intranasal Photobiomodulation
Targeted intranasal light therapy that may be incorporated into protocols addressing nasal/sinus health and other individualized neurological or inflammatory goals.

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10/05/2026

Pain relief doesn’t always have to start with medication.

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years, but today we have a much better understanding of why it can help with pain. 🪡

Research suggests acupuncture may help by:

🧠 Modulating how the nervous system processes pain
✨ Stimulating the release of natural pain-relieving chemicals, including endorphins
🩸 Increasing local circulation
🔥 Influencing inflammatory signaling
💪 Reducing muscle tension and trigger-point sensitivity
😌 Supporting relaxation and nervous-system regulation

Acupuncture may be beneficial for many types of pain, including neck and back pain, headaches and migraines, arthritis and joint pain, muscle tension, sciatica, sports injuries, and other chronic pain conditions.

The goal isn’t simply to chase the location that hurts. We look at the muscles, nerves, movement patterns, and whole-body factors that may be contributing to your pain and create an individualized treatment plan.

Less pain. Better movement. More living. 💚
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10244 East Colonial Drive Suite 204
Orlando, Florida 32817
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10/04/2026

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The last 3 months of the year are always a little busier. Please plan ahead to ensure labs are completed/ resulted & that appointments are scheduled in advance. Plan accordingly for medication management and refills.

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10/02/2026

October Newsletter is out 🎃

Please check the Announcement section of your Charm Patient Portal or click here: https://dawsonmedicalcenter.com/newsletters%2Fannoucements

10/01/2026

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09/30/2026

Perimenopause isn’t simply a story of estrogen getting lower. 📉 In fact, estrogen can fluctuate dramatically—sometimes surging higher than expected and then dropping just as quickly.

Those hormonal swings can help explain why symptoms may seem to come out of nowhere or change from week to week:

✨ Hot flashes & night sweats
🧠 Brain fog & difficulty concentrating
😴 Sleep disturbances
💓 Heart palpitations
😣 Anxiety, irritability & mood changes
🩸 Irregular or changing periods
🦴 Joint & muscle aches
💇‍♀️ Changes in hair, skin & vaginal health

And this is why one “normal” estrogen level doesn’t necessarily tell the whole story. Hormones are dynamic, especially during the perimenopausal transition.

The goal isn’t simply to label estrogen as “high” or “low”—it’s to look at your symptoms, cycle patterns, health history, and the bigger hormonal picture.

Understanding what your body is doing can make this stage of life feel a whole lot less confusing. 💗

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Dawson Integrative & Functional Medicine LLC
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10244 East Colonial Drive Suite 204
Orlando, Florida 32817
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09/28/2026

Healing doesn’t always come from just one modality. 🌿

By thoughtfully integrating therapies like acupuncture, cupping, infrared heat, and red light therapy, we can create a more comprehensive treatment approach designed to support the body from multiple angles.

Each modality offers something different — and when clinically appropriate, combining them may help:

✨ Support pain relief & recovery
✨ Reduce muscle tension
✨ Promote healthy circulation
✨ Support tissue healing
✨ Calm the nervous system
✨ Improve mobility & function
✨ Enhance overall treatment outcomes

The goal isn’t simply to add more treatments — it’s to choose the right combination of therapies for the individual to help each treatment work more effectively and support the best possible outcome.

Because integrative medicine is about using the right tools, together, for the whole person. 🤍
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~AND~
🏆Voted Orlando's Best

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Dawson Integrative & Functional Medicine LLC
FkA Dawson Integrative Medical Center
10244 East Colonial Drive Suite 204
Orlando, Florida 32817
📱Text Us! 407.777.2673