Lyme & Tick-Borne Illnesses: What You Need to Know

Tick Season is Here—Let’s Talk About Lyme Disease and How We Can Help

If you live in the High Country or surrounding areas, you're probably no stranger to ticks—and the health risks they carry.

Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses (like Bartonella, Babesia, and Ehrlichiosis) are increasingly common in our region. At Blue Ridge Integrative Health, we see these cases frequently, often in patients who have struggled for years without answers.

Tick-borne illnesses can cause a wide range of symptoms that often go misdiagnosed or dismissed:

• Fatigue and brain fog

• Muscle and joint pain

• Mood changes or anxiety

• Digestive issues

• Skin rashes

• Migrating symptoms that "come and go"

Many patients are told "it's all in your head"—but we know there's often a deeper root cause.

How We Approach Lyme & Tick-Borne Illness Holistically

At Blue Ridge Integrative Health, we combine Functional Medicine and Acupuncture to create individualized care plans for those suffering from the effects of chronic or acute tick-borne infections.

Functional Medicine:
We dig deep with advanced lab testing to identify immune imbalances, inflammation, co-infections, detoxification issues, and nutrient deficiencies. Treatment often includes:

• Herbal antimicrobials

• Immune support protocols

• Detox and drainage pathways support

• Nutritional guidance

• Gut healing protocols

• Nervous system regulation

‍ Acupuncture:
Acupuncture can help regulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, calm the nervous system, and address pain, sleep issues, and mood imbalances that often accompany chronic Lyme.

It’s not just about treating the infection—it’s about supporting the whole body in healing and recovery.

You’re Not Alone—And You’re Not Imagining Things

If you’ve been told your labs are "normal" but you don’t feel like yourself, or if you’ve been living with symptoms that no one can explain, we want you to know: we see you, and we believe you.

You deserve answers. You deserve support. And you deserve to heal.

Schedule a Consultation
Let’s talk about your symptoms and see if our approach is the right fit for you.
828-237-6566

Stay Safe This Summer:

• Wear long sleeves and pants while hiking

• Use natural tick repellents

• Do a full-body tick check daily if you're outdoors

• Save the tick (if you find one) for testing when possible

Together, we can uncover the root cause and help your body return to balance.

Warmly,
The Blue Ridge Integrative Health Team
Serving Boone and the High Country for over 20 years

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