Chronic Care Specialist

Sierra Nevada Wellness Center

Family Practice Physicians & Wellness Specialists located in Sparks, NV

If you’re one of the 133 million Americans living with a long-term health problem, chronic care can significantly improve your quality of life. At Sierra Nevada Wellness Center in Sparks, Nevada, the skilled team of family practice physicians offers chronic care to people of all ages. They specialize specifically in the treatment of arthritis, diabetes, asthma, and high blood pressure. To schedule an appointment, call the office or book online today.

Chronic Care Q&A

What is chronic care?

Chronic care is a medical specialty that diagnoses and treats long-term, incurable illnesses. If you’re living with a chronic disease, it’s important to visit the doctor regularly. Frequent check-ups, preventive screenings, and healthy lifestyle changes can help manage your symptoms and lower the risk of more serious complications.

What conditions can benefit from chronic care?

The team at Sierra Nevada Wellness Center uses chronic care to manage various conditions, including:

Arthritis

Arthritis refers to a group of more than 100 diseases that affect the bones and joints. Some of the most common types of arthritis include rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, and gout. Losing weight, exercising regularly, and eating a balanced diet can ease inflammation, decrease pain, and encourage mobility.

Diabetes

Diabetes refers to several diseases that affect your pancreas’ ability to regulate blood glucose (sugar). There are several types of diabetes, including prediabetes, Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes. Treatment depends on the severity of your symptoms but typically involves healthy lifestyle changes and insulin therapy.

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that causes your airways to narrow, produce extra mucus, and swell. The problem varies in severity –– for some people, it’s a minor annoyance that flares up during exercise; for others, it can trigger a potentially life-threatening asthma attack.

Asthma treatment usually involves quick-relief inhalers, allergen avoidance, and exercise modification.

Hypertension

If you have hypertension, it means the force of the blood pumping against the walls of your arteries is too high for an extended period. When left untreated, hypertension increases your risk of a cardiovascular event, like a heart attack or stroke.

What happens during a chronic care appointment?

The team at Sierra Nevada Wellness Center tailors chronic care appointments to each patient’s needs. Before making treatment recommendations, they conduct a comprehensive physical exam, review your health history, and ask about your symptoms and lifestyle.

If physical observation and questioning aren’t enough to make a diagnosis, the team orders laboratory testing or diagnostic imaging. These measures can pinpoint underlying problems like vitamin deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, tumors, and other abnormalities. 

To receive chronic care, request an appointment at Sierra Nevada Wellness Center. Call the office or book your consultation online today.