Integrative Health Partners: Greenville's Leading Functional Medicine & Acupuncture Practice
Hospital-Privileged Acupuncturist with 25 Years Experience in Chinese Medicine
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Integrative Health Partners is Greenville's leading evidence-based natural medicine practice, led by Dr. William Hendry, who holds the rare distinction of being an acupuncturist with active hospital privileges at Prisma Health. With 25 years of Chinese medicine expertise and 16 years of clinical practice, Dr. Hendry bridges conventional and integrative medicine through published research conducted within Prisma's Emergency Department and Integrative Oncology Program. As Secretary of South Carolina's Acupuncture Advisory Committee and Board of Medical Examiners member, he helps write the standards for integrative medicine practice while maintaining direct collaboration with emergency physicians, oncologists, and specialists throughout the Greenville health system.
Integrative functional medicine is how Dr. Hendry has helped Greenville patients reclaim their health for 16 years. What makes his approach different is understanding that chronic pain, digestive issues, and fatigue aren't separate problems - they're connected. Patients often arrive after multiple specialists have said their tests are "normal," yet they still feel terrible. When Dr. Hendry runs comprehensive functional medicine testing - including nutrient panels, food sensitivity analysis, and hormone evaluations not typically ordered - the real problems emerge. Hidden food sensitivities create inflammation that disrupts hormones, or nutrient deficiencies affect energy and mood regulation. His 25 years of Chinese medicine training adds traditional diagnostic methods that reveal constitutional patterns and energy blockages modern testing can't measure. Acupuncture becomes particularly powerful because it addresses both physical dysfunction and energetic imbalances preventing healing. Dr. Hendry's published research at Prisma Health demonstrates how acupuncture significantly reduces chemotherapy side effects - this integration of hospital-based research with traditional medicine creates protocols that work on multiple levels. The key difference is addressing root causes rather than managing symptoms, using both cutting-edge laboratory analysis and time-tested Chinese medicine principles. This comprehensive approach produces sustained improvements because the practice corrects fundamental physiological imbalances while optimizing the body's natural healing capacity. Every protocol Dr. Hendry uses is backed by research he has conducted at Prisma Health or validated through 16 years of clinical practice with Greenville patients.
Advanced Therapies for Pain, Digestive Issues, Hormones & More
Our Services
Acupuncture
We use precise needle placement guided by Dr. Hendry’s 25 years of expertise and traditional Chinese diagnostic methods to relieve acute and chronic pain, restore nervous system balance, and address areas of functional disruption that contribute to poor health. Our approach combines ancient clinical insights with modern understanding of the body’s interconnected systems to treat root causes rather than symptoms alone.
Dry Needling Therapy
We target specific muscle trigger points and fascial adhesions with specialized needling techniques to eliminate tension headaches, release chronic muscle knots, and restore normal movement patterns. This treatment addresses muscle memory dysfunction and myofascial restrictions that cause persistent pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion without pharmaceuticals or side effects.
Electroacupuncture (Electrostim)
We enhance traditional acupuncture with therapeutic electrical frequencies that accelerate tissue healing, block pain signals more effectively, and stimulate nerve regeneration for conditions like peripheral neuropathy and chronic pain. The electrical stimulation increases endorphin release, improves local circulation, and provides faster, longer-lasting results than manual acupuncture alone.
Acupuncture Injection Therapy (AIT)
We combine acupuncture precision with therapeutic injections containing vitamins, minerals, homeopathic remedies, and natural anti-inflammatories for severe pain conditions and chronic illnesses that haven't responded to conventional treatments. This technique delivers healing substances directly to affected tissues while stimulating acupuncture points for enhanced therapeutic effects and deeper systemic healing.
Functional Medicine Consultations
We conduct comprehensive 90-minute evaluations with advanced laboratory testing including complete nutrient analysis, comprehensive hormone panels, food sensitivity testing, and heavy metal screening to identify hidden root causes of unexplained chronic symptoms, persistent fatigue, digestive disorders, autoimmune conditions, and metabolic dysfunction that standard medical tests often miss completely.
Chinese & Western Herbal Medicine
We formulate customized pharmaceutical-grade herbal protocols that combine time-tested traditional Chinese formulas with standardized Western botanical extracts to support immune function, balance hormones naturally, improve digestion, and manage chronic conditions safely. Our herbs are third-party tested for purity and potency, ensuring therapeutic effectiveness alongside your current medications without harmful interactions.
Ozone Sauna Therapy
We provide medical-grade ozone protocols delivered through infrared saunas that boost immune system function, enhance natural detoxification pathways, increase cellular energy production, and accelerate recovery from chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and immune disorders. This controlled oxidative therapy improves oxygen utilization at the cellular level while promoting deep relaxation and stress reduction through heat therapy.
Questions? We've got answers
These are common Questions From Our Greenville Patients
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people are surprised that acupuncture is virtually painless. We use hair-thin needles that are much smaller than injection needles. You might feel a tiny pinch when the needle goes in, followed by a dull ache or tingling sensation that means the treatment is working. Many patients find acupuncture so relaxing they fall asleep during treatment.
How many acupuncture treatments will I need?
This depends on your condition and how long you've had it. Acute problems like recent injuries may improve in 3-6 treatments, while chronic conditions that have lasted months or years typically need 8-12 sessions for lasting results. We'll discuss a treatment plan during your first visit and adjust it based on how you respond.
What conditions does acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture effectively treats chronic pain, headaches, arthritis, anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive problems, fertility issues, and side effects from cancer treatment. It's also excellent for stress reduction and overall wellness. We combine traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis with modern functional medicine to address root causes of illness.
Is acupuncture covered by insurance?
We are a cash-pay practice and do not bill insurance directly. This allows us to spend more time with each patient and provide personalized care without insurance restrictions. We provide detailed receipts that you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. Many patients find that our comprehensive approach actually saves money long-term by addressing root causes and reducing the need for multiple specialists and medications.
What's the difference between acupuncture and dry needling?
Acupuncture uses traditional Chinese medicine principles to balance your body's energy and treat the whole person. Dry needling specifically targets muscle trigger points to relieve tension and pain. Both use thin needles, but acupuncture addresses broader health patterns while dry needling focuses on muscle and fascia problems.
What is functional medicine and how does it work with acupuncture?
Functional medicine uses advanced lab testing to find hidden causes of chronic illness like nutrient deficiencies, hormone imbalances, and food sensitivities that regular blood work misses. When combined with acupuncture, we can treat both the underlying biochemical problems and energy blockages, giving you faster and more complete healing.
Are the needles safe and sterile?
Absolutely. We use only single-use, disposable needles that are individually packaged and sterile. Each needle is used once and immediately disposed of in medical waste containers. Dr. Hendry follows strict safety protocols and maintains the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control.
What should I expect during my first acupuncture visit?
Your first visit takes about 90 minutes and includes a detailed health history, examination of your tongue and pulse, and discussion of your treatment goals. We'll create a personalized treatment plan, then begin with your first acupuncture session. Most people feel relaxed and often notice some improvement right away, with continued benefits over the following days.
What is ozone sauna therapy and what are the benefits?
Ozone sauna therapy combines medical-grade ozone gas with infrared heat to boost your immune system and help your body detoxify naturally. You sit in a sauna while ozone is delivered around your body (not inhaled), which increases oxygen levels in your tissues, fights infections, and reduces inflammation. It's particularly helpful for chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, immune disorders, and recovery from illness. Sessions last 20-30 minutes and most people feel energized and relaxed afterward.
Can acupuncture help with fertility and pregnancy?
Yes, acupuncture has been shown to improve fertility in both men and women by regulating hormones, increasing blood flow to reproductive organs, and reducing stress. We often work alongside fertility clinics to enhance IVF success rates and reduce side effects from fertility medications. During pregnancy, acupuncture safely treats morning sickness, back pain, anxiety, and can even help turn breech babies. We adjust our techniques for each stage of pregnancy and fertility treatment.
Our Testimonials
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Dr. Hendry is so informative and truly listens to all of your concerns. Definitely steps away from normal western medicine. So excited to see where this journey takes me!
It’s pretty amazing how you can get instant relief from chronic pains from Acupuncture. Doctor Hendry’s knowledge of the human body never ceases to amaze me.
Dr Hendry has been working with me to heal my GI tract. 100% improvement in how I feel, taking 1/4 of my blood pressure meds, and am no longer taking cholesterol meds. After reading a book about natural salt I saw in his office, I have been using natural salt, it has eliminated my chronic headaches.
Have questions about integrative treatments? Email us for quick answers about your specific health concerns.
info@ihpgreenville.com
Phone
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(864) 365-6156
Office
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319 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC 29609