Breast Thermography
Central Coast Functional Health
Why Thermography?
How Does it Work?
The high-resolution infrared thermal imaging technology, initially developed by the US Military, is not subject to patenting by those with a vested interest in breast cancer business ventures. This technology is crucial for breast thermography, a safe imaging for women that does not require physical contact. To monitor breast health, the skin must be exposed to the air and an infrared camera to measure the infrared heat emitted from the skin's surface. After cooling the skin for 10 minutes, capturing the images only takes moments. You can see the images for yourself! A doctor utilizes specialized software to interpret the breast's temperatures, symmetry, vascularity, and physiology, with these findings being monitored for changes over time.
Is Thermography Proven?
* Breast thermography was cleared by the FDA in 1982 as an adjunctive screening tool — meaning it's designed to be used alongside other breast health screenings.* Breast Thermography is adjunctive, not diagnostic.* It uses infrared imaging to map heat and blood flow patterns in breast tissue, offering a radiation-free, compression-free option.
Mammography vs. Thermography
* A mammogram is an anatomical test — using radiation and compression — designed to detect existing structural changes like tumors.* Thermography is a physiological test that looks at heat and vascular patterns, which practitioners use to track changes over time.* The two tools measure different things. Because thermography does not use radiation or compression, many women find it a more comfortable compliment to their care.
Research
We provide world-leading breast thermography services in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Monterey counties, imaging thousands of women for over a decade while focusing on monitoring breast health. Breast thermography has been clinically utilized for over 40 years and supported by more than 800 reviewed studies in medical literature, establishing it as a safe imaging method for women to effectively monitor thermal patterns over time. Over 300,000 women have participated in these studies, with some investigations involving large groups ranging from 37,000 to 118,000 women. Research conducted at esteemed medical teaching institutions, such as Johns Hopkins University Medical School, has established normal values for the distribution of heat across various regions of the body.
Safe and Effective for All Breast Types
Breast thermography is an effective method for women of all ages and all breast types, including those with dense breasts and implants, making it a valuable tool for monitoring breast health and providing safe imaging for women.
Thermograms Speak for Themselves
Breast thermography can be a useful complement to breast health monitoring. After seeking direction from your licensed healthcare provider, partnering with a whole-health practitioner can help address inflammatory processes and support overall wellness.
Services
We offer services for $200 with credit cards or $180 cash. During your appointment, we provide a quick review of your images, and you will receive a report from a bord certified physician that includes a detailed evaluation of your unique thermal data, recommendations, and your images, all aimed at monitoring breast health.
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