Living with chronic Lyme disease can feel like a never-ending battle. The fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and other debilitating symptoms can leave you feeling trapped in a cycle of suffering. What’s worse, standard Lyme testing often misses the mark, leaving you without answers or a proper diagnosis. If you’ve been fighting Lyme and still feel stuck, it’s time to explore a more comprehensive approach—one that combines advanced testing with targeted detoxification strategies.
The Problem with Standard Lyme Tests
One of the biggest challenges in diagnosing Lyme disease is the unreliability of traditional tests like the ELISA and Western Blot. These tests only look for antibodies your body produces in response to the Lyme bacteria, but many patients with chronic Lyme don’t produce enough antibodies for a positive result. This means you can have Lyme disease and still get a negative test result, keeping you stuck without a diagnosis.
That’s where alternative testing comes in. Labs like IGeneX, Armin Labs, Cyrex, and Vibrant Wellness offer a more sensitive and accurate approach. These tests don’t just look for antibodies—they also detect the presence of Lyme bacteria and co-infections like Babesia, Bartonella, and Ehrlichia, which are often missed in standard tests. By identifying these hidden infections, advanced testing helps you get a clearer picture of what’s really driving your symptoms.
IGeneX Labs and Armin Labs are renowned for their ability to detect Lyme and its co-infections even when traditional tests fail. Cyrex’s Array 12 goes a step further by identifying whether Lyme has triggered an autoimmune response in your body, a key factor in many chronic cases. Vibrant Tickborne Panel offers a comprehensive look at multiple tickborne pathogens, giving you the answers you deserve to start your healing journey.
Why Detoxification is Crucial
Once you have the right diagnosis, the next step is treatment. But as you begin killing off the Lyme bacteria, your symptoms can actually get worse before they get better. This is known as a Herxheimer reaction—a result of the bacteria dying off and releasing toxins into your system. If your body can’t eliminate these toxins fast enough, they build up and cause inflammation, making you feel even sicker.
This is why detoxification is essential. Detox strategies help your body flush out the toxins released during Lyme treatment, reducing the severity of Herx reactions and supporting your overall recovery. At The Karlfeldt Center, we offer a variety of detox therapies tailored to your unique needs, including:
- Chelation Therapy to remove heavy metals that can burden your detox pathways.
- IV Glutathione and Alpha Lipoic Acid to boost your liver’s ability to neutralize toxins.
- FlowPresso and Hocatt to stimulate your lymphatic system and enhance circulation, helping your body eliminate toxins more efficiently.
- Saunas to promote sweating and release toxins through the skin.
- Ionic Foot Baths to pull toxins from your body through your feet, giving your system extra support.
- Natural supplements like milk thistle, chlorella, curcumin, and burdock root to further aid in detoxification and reduce inflammation.
Combining Testing with Detox for Effective Healing
For chronic Lyme patients, a comprehensive approach is key. You need advanced testing to uncover hidden infections and autoimmune involvement, paired with targeted detox strategies to clear the toxins from your system. This combination not only helps reduce the severity of your symptoms but also supports your body’s natural healing processes, giving you the best chance at long-term recovery.
At The Karlfeldt Center, we specialize in both advanced testing and customized detox plans to help Lyme sufferers break free from their symptoms. If you’re ready to take the next step toward healing, we offer a free 15-minute discovery call to discuss how our approach can help you. Call us at 208-338-8902 or email info@thekarlfeldtcenter.com to start your journey toward recovery today.