Healthy Aging
At Extivita, we believe integrative medicine plays a critical role in supporting healthy aging and addressing complex age-related conditions. Our therapies aim to target contributing factors such as inflammation, oxidative stress, impaired circulation, and poor nutrient absorption—factors that can accelerate aging and compromise the body’s ability to heal and regenerate.
Our treatment offerings are grounded in clinical research and focus on holistic, personalized approaches. Extivita provides therapies such as Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy, Nutritional IV Therapy, Neurofeedback, and Infrared Sauna, all designed to support cellular energy production, improve circulation, and enhance the body’s natural regenerative capacity. In addition to these therapies, we also offer wellness services like our Longevity Challenge and Telomere Analysis to help patients take a proactive, data-driven approach to aging well and optimizing long-term health.
Understanding Healthy Aging
Aging is a natural process, but many of the symptoms associated with it—such as fatigue, joint pain, cognitive decline, and reduced resilience—are not just a natural part of getting older. These symptoms usually result from deeper issues like nutrient deficiencies, chronic inflammation, poor circulation, and hormonal imbalances. While aging affects everyone, the rate and severity of age-related changes can vary widely depending on these underlying factors.
To stay energized, sharp, and physically strong as we age, the body needs a steady supply of essential nutrients like B vitamins, magnesium, antioxidants, and vitamin D. Unfortunately, many people don’t get enough of these through their diet alone. Factors like poor digestion, reduced circulation, and chronic illness can make it even harder for the body to absorb and use these nutrients effectively. In addition, chronic inflammation and oxidative stress—two silent internal processes—can gradually impair cellular function and slow down the body’s natural ability to repair and rebuild. When blood flow is also limited, tissues are deprived of the oxygen and nutrients they need, which can delay healing and contribute to age-related decline.
Cognitive health is especially vulnerable to these changes. Brain fog, memory lapses, mood changes, and slower processing speed are common complaints among aging adults—but these signs of cognitive aging are often tied to disrupted brainwave patterns and reduced neuroplasticity. That’s why supporting brain function is a key part of any healthy aging strategy.
At Extivita, we focus on addressing these root causes naturally. By improving circulation, reducing inflammation, delivering nutrients directly into the bloodstream, and boosting cellular repair, our therapies aim to support your body’s natural ability to age healthfully. Instead of only managing symptoms, we help restore the internal balance that energy, cognition, and long-term wellness depend on.
Extivita Therapies for Healthy Aging
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Neurofeedback Therapy
Nutritional IV Therapy
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Infrared Sauna
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for Healthy Aging
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) involves breathing 100% medical-grade oxygen inside a pressurized chamber, typically at 2.0 atmospheres absolute (ATA). This process allows your blood plasma to carry significantly more oxygen than normal, delivering it deep into your tissues—even into areas affected by low circulation, inflammation, or age-related decline. The influx of oxygen helps reduce inflammation, enhance nutrient delivery, stimulate cellular repair, and optimize the body’s natural regenerative capacity. These benefits make HBOT a powerful tool for supporting quality of life as we age.
HBOT has been shown to positively influence several aspects of the aging process:
Enhances Cognitive Function and Brain Health
Oxygen is essential for optimal brain function. HBOT improves cerebral blood flow and oxygenation, which can help support memory, focus, and mental clarity—key aspects of maintaining cognitive health as we age. By enhancing neurovascular function, HBOT also promotes neuroplasticity and may protect against age-related neurodegenerative changes.
Stimulates Stem Cell Activity and Cellular Regeneration
HBOT activates genes involved in growth and repair, encouraging the regeneration of tissues throughout the body. This cellular repair process is vital for maintaining skin elasticity, muscle strength, and internal organ function—all of which decline with age. It also stimulates the release and mobilization of stem cells, enhancing the body’s natural ability to repair damaged or aging tissues from within.
Improves Circulation and Blood Vessel Growth
Aging is often associated with diminished blood flow. HBOT promotes angiogenesis—the formation of new blood vessels—which improves nutrient and oxygen delivery to organs and tissues, aiding in overall vitality and recovery. Enhanced circulation also helps flush out waste products more efficiently, supporting detoxification.
Reduces Chronic Inflammation
Low-grade inflammation is a hallmark of aging and contributes to many age-related diseases. HBOT helps lower systemic inflammation, creating a more balanced internal environment for healing and health maintenance. This anti-inflammatory effect supports better immune regulation and may reduce the burden of chronic illness.
Supports Mitochondrial Health and Energy Production
HBOT helps repair damaged mitochondria and enhances ATP production, which is essential for cellular energy. As mitochondrial decline is a key feature of aging, supporting energy metabolism can lead to greater endurance, improved physical performance, and reduced fatigue.
Accelerates Healing After Injury or Surgery
Whether recovering from surgery, falls, or tissue damage, HBOT speeds healing by delivering more oxygen to the affected areas. Faster recovery time means less physical and emotional stress, helping older adults maintain independence and mobility.
Neurofeedback Therapy for Healthy Aging
Neurofeedback is a non-invasive brain training technique that helps individuals learn to self-regulate their brainwave activity. Using real-time visual or auditory feedback, this therapy encourages the brain to shift away from dysregulated patterns—often linked to age-related cognitive decline—and toward more balanced and functional states. By promoting healthy neural connectivity and neuroplasticity, Neurofeedback can support mental clarity, emotional stability, and long-term brain health.
How IV Therapy Supports Breast Cancer
Strengthens Immune Function
Cancer treatments can weaken the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight infections and recover from illness. IV Therapy delivers immune-boosting vitamins and minerals directly into the bloodstream for rapid absorption, helping your body stay resilient during and after breast cancer treatment.
Restores Vital Nutrients Lost During Treatment
Chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery can deplete essential nutrients needed for healing and energy production. IV Therapy replenishes these vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in a highly absorbable form, supporting faster recovery and overall well-being.
Reduces Inflammation and Supports Cellular Repair
Chronic inflammation can contribute to cancer progression and slow the healing process. IV Therapy provides targeted anti-inflammatory nutrients and antioxidants that help calm inflammation, protect healthy cells, and promote tissue repair at the cellular level.
Key IV Recommendations for Breast Cancer Support
Myers’ Cocktail IV
Components: B-complex vitamins, Vitamin C, Magnesium, and Calcium
- B-complex vitamins help support energy production and nerve health, which can be affected during cancer treatment.
- Vitamin C acts as a powerful antioxidant, supporting immune function and helping reduce inflammation that may occur during or after breast cancer therapy.
- Magnesium and Calcium support muscle, nerve, and bone health, which is important for maintaining overall strength during recovery.
High Dose Vitamin C IV
Components: Vitamin C (15g-75g), Magnesium, Calcium, and Potassium
- When given in high doses, Vitamin C can turn into a substance called hydrogen peroxide around tumor cells. Cancer cells can’t break down this peroxide very well, which makes them more likely to be damaged and destroyed by it. Healthy cells, on the other hand, have natural defenses that protect them from harm.
- High dose Vitamin C can work alongside regular cancer treatments to help slow tumor growth, aid in cancer cell death, strengthen the immune system, and improve overall well-being.
*Disclaimer: For doses above 15 grams, a G6PD blood test is required to make sure the treatment is safe.
Nutritional IV Therapy for Healthy Aging
Nutritional IV Therapy delivers a powerful blend of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids directly into your bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system for maximum absorption. This therapy plays a crucial role in replenishing depleted nutrients, supporting brain health, and enhancing the body’s natural detoxification systems—key elements in preserving long-term wellness and functional independence as we age.
How Nutritional IV Therapy supports Healthy Aging
Replenishes Nutrient Deficiencies
As we age, our ability to absorb essential nutrients through digestion often declines, leading to fatigue, brain fog, and reduced immune function. IV Therapy restores critical vitamins and minerals—such as B-complex vitamins, magnesium, and vitamin C—helping to optimize energy levels, cognitive clarity, and metabolic performance.
Promotes Detoxification
Lifelong exposure to environmental toxins, medications, and metabolic waste can burden the body’s detox pathways. Antioxidants like Glutathione support liver function and cellular detoxification, helping the body clear out harmful substances that can accelerate aging and impair tissue repair.
Supports Brain Health
Nutrients like NAD+, B vitamins, and amino acids nourish and protect the brain from oxidative stress and age-related decline. These compounds support neurotransmitter production and mitochondrial health, promoting sharper memory, improved focus, and greater mental stability.
Quickest, most effective way to supply our cells with the nutrients they need
Myers’ Cocktail
Components: B-complex vitamins, Vitamin C, Magnesium, and Calcium
- B-complex vitamins support energy metabolism and neurotransmitter production, helping maintain cognitive sharpness and mood stability as we age.
- Vitamin C acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting cells from oxidative stress and boosting immune health.
- Magnesium promotes nervous system regulation and muscular relaxation, supporting better sleep, reduced tension, and stress resilience.
Glutathione IV
Components: Reduced Glutathione
- Glutathione plays a critical role in detoxifying the liver and neutralizing free radicals that contribute to aging and chronic disease.
- It enhances immune defense and supports cellular repair, helping the body recover from environmental stress and maintain mental clarity.
NAD+ Trio IV
Components: NAD+, Glutathione, and Magnesium
- NAD+ is essential for cellular energy production and mitochondrial function, both of which decline with age and contribute to fatigue and slower recovery.
- This IV supports mental focus, reduces cognitive fog, and helps sustain long-term brain and body performance.
- Combined with Glutathione and the foundational nutrients of the Myers’ Cocktail, it offers a comprehensive rejuvenation therapy to optimize aging from the inside out.
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy for Healthy Aging
PEMF Therapy uses low-frequency, pulsating electromagnetic fields to stimulate cellular function and restore balance to the nervous system. This non-invasive therapy improves circulation, enhances energy production at the cellular level, and supports neurological function—making it an effective tool for promoting longevity, recovery, and overall wellness in the aging process.
How PEMF Therapy Supports Healthy Aging
Regulates Brain Wave Activity
Aging often brings changes in brainwave patterns that can affect sleep, mood, and focus. PEMF Therapy helps normalize neurological activity by modulating electrical signals in the brain. This promotes calmness, sharper cognition, and improved emotional stability—supporting brain health and mental longevity.
Supports Mitochondrial Function
Mitochondrial efficiency declines with age, contributing to fatigue, slower recovery, and reduced organ performance. PEMF Therapy boosts ATP (cellular energy) production by stimulating mitochondria, helping to restore energy, reduce exhaustion, and enhance the body’s ability to repair and regenerate.
Reduces Pain and Inflammation
Chronic joint and muscle pain is one of the most common complaints among aging adults. PEMF Therapy helps reduce inflammation and alleviate discomfort by increasing blood flow and altering pain signaling pathways. This makes it a valuable tool for managing arthritis, stiffness, and musculoskeletal degeneration without medications.
Enhances Oxygenation
Improved circulation from PEMF Therapy allows oxygen and nutrients to more effectively reach aging tissues and organs. Better oxygenation supports detoxification, accelerates tissue repair, and promotes healthy skin, muscles, and brain function—crucial for maintaining quality of life as we age.
Infrared Sauna for Healthy Aging
Infrared Sauna Therapy uses infrared light to gently heat the body directly, rather than warming the air around you. This allows for a more comfortable experience at lower temperatures compared to traditional saunas, typically between 120°F and 140°F (49°C–60°C). The deep-penetrating heat promotes relaxation, circulatory health, and overall wellness—making it a supportive tool for those looking to age well and increase longevity.
How Infrared Sauna Supports Healthy Aging
Supports Cardiovascular Health
Regular infrared sauna use has been shown to improve blood vessel function and support healthy blood pressure levels. The heat-induced increase in heart rate mimics moderate exercise, enhancing circulation and vascular elasticity—key factors in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease in older adults.
Reduces Joint and Muscle Pain
Arthritis and musculoskeletal discomfort are common in aging. Infrared heat penetrates deep into muscles and joints, helping to reduce inflammation, improve flexibility, and relieve pain—without the need for medication. This enables greater physical activity and comfort in daily movement.
Calms the Nervous System
As we age, the nervous system can become more sensitive to stress, leading to increased anxiety, tension, and disrupted sleep. Infrared Sauna Therapy activates the parasympathetic nervous system—the branch responsible for rest, digestion, and recovery—helping the body shift out of “fight or flight” mode. This calming effect supports emotional balance, reduces mental fatigue, and promotes a greater sense of well-being.
Wellness Services for Healthy Aging
At Extivita, we believe that healthy aging goes beyond treating symptoms—it’s about optimizing how you feel, function, and live as you grow older. In addition to our integrative therapies, we offer advanced wellness programs that empower individuals to take control of their aging process. These services are designed to support physical performance, mental clarity, immune health, and longevity. Whether you’re seeking to prevent age-related decline or proactively invest in your long-term well-being, our wellness offerings provide a science-backed foundation for lasting health.
Longevity Challenge
Telomere Analysis
Food Sensitivy Challenge
Longevity Challenge for Healthy Aging
The Longevity Challenge is Extivita’s signature wellness reset—a short-term, high-impact program designed to promote cellular rejuvenation and enhance overall health. Available in both 5- and 10-day tracks, the program includes a strategic combination of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy, Nutritional IV Therapy, and targeted supplements such as ProImmune and trace minerals. A medically guided fast is also integrated to stimulate the body’s natural anti-aging mechanisms in a safe, supportive setting.
This protocol is designed to help reduce inflammation, support detoxification, improve energy, and elevate cognitive performance. The therapies work together to create a powerful foundation for aging well—both physically and mentally.
Benefits for Healthy Aging
Activates Cellular Renewal
Through Medically Guided Fasting
Fasting supports autophagy and stem cell activity, helping your body eliminate damaged cells and regenerate new ones—slowing down biological aging and improving cellular performance. This renewal process enhances tissue repair, supports longevity, and helps maintain optimal function across major organ systems.
Boosts Mitochondrial Function
and Energy Production
Therapies included in the challenge work synergistically to improve cellular metabolism and ATP production, resulting in more energy, less inflammation, and better physical recovery. Supporting mitochondrial health is essential for maintaining stamina, reducing fatigue, and preserving metabolic efficiency as you age.
Supports Detoxification
and Immune Health
The medically guided fast and supplemental therapies aid in eliminating toxins, reducing systemic inflammation, and strengthening your body’s natural defenses. A more efficient detoxification system helps protect against age-related illness and supports long-term cellular resilience.
Enhances Cognitive Clarity
and Emotional Balance
Participants frequently report sharper thinking, improved focus, and enhanced mood stability—making this challenge ideal for both physical and mental rejuvenation. Supporting brain health through therapeutic interventions can help preserve memory, reduce mental fatigue, and promote emotional well-being as you age.
Telomere Analysis for Healthy Aging
Telomere Analysis is a cutting-edge test that measures the length of your telomeres—protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that shorten as you age. Because telomere length is considered one of the most accurate biomarkers of biological aging, this test provides deep insight into your body’s cellular health and aging trajectory.
Unlike standard lab tests that look at disease markers, telomere analysis evaluates how quickly your cells are aging based on lifestyle, stress, environmental exposure, and overall metabolic function. The results offer a personalized health snapshot and give you the tools to make targeted interventions to support longevity.
Benefits for Healthy Aging
Identifies Your Biological Age
Understand how fast your body is aging compared to your chronological age, giving you a clear benchmark for health interventions.
Personalize and Track Your Longevity Plan
Based on your results, we recommend therapies like HBOT, NAD+, IV nutrients, and lifestyle changes. These targeted strategies help slow cellular aging and support healthy aging goals. Repeat testing shows how those interventions are working, giving you measurable feedback to stay motivated and on track.
Enables Data-Driven Preventative Care
Telomere results highlight early signs of cellular stress before symptoms arise. This allows you to take proactive steps to protect your health and improve longevity.
Food Sensitivity Testing for Healthy Aging
Food Sensitivity Testing identifies how your immune system reacts to specific foods that may trigger chronic inflammation, digestive issues, or delayed symptoms. Unlike food allergies, sensitivities are more subtle and can silently impact your health over time—often going undiagnosed for years.
As we age, the immune system becomes more reactive and the gut lining more vulnerable to inflammation and damage. Food sensitivities can accelerate this process, contributing to fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, weight gain, and poor nutrient absorption. By uncovering your personal food triggers, this test allows you to reduce internal stress on the body, improve digestion, and preserve energy, focus, and resilience—core components of healthy aging.
Benefits of Food Sensitivity Testing for Healthy Aging
Reduce Inflammation and
Digestive Discomfort
Many people experience chronic bloating, gas, or discomfort without knowing the root cause. Removing reactive foods helps calm inflammation and restore gut balance. A healthier gut supports better nutrient absorption, immune function, and overall metabolic health as you age.
Support Cognitive Function
and Mood Stability
Certain food sensitivities can contribute to brain fog, irritability, and low energy. Identifying and avoiding these foods may lead to improved focus, clearer thinking, and emotional balance. Supporting brain health through diet becomes increasingly important with age, helping to maintain mental sharpness.
Protect Joint and Skin Health
Chronic inflammation from reactive foods can aggravate joint pain or contribute to skin issues like eczema and acne. An anti-inflammatory diet supports healthier skin and increased mobility with age. Reducing inflammatory triggers can also help prevent long-term tissue damage and support graceful, pain-free aging.
Personalize Your Nutrition
for Healthy Aging
This test allows you to create a diet that works with your body, not against it. Tailored nutrition helps reduce the burden on your immune system and supports overall vitality as you age.
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