Functional Medicine & Acupuncture in Greenville, SC - Treating Chronic Pain & Unexplained Symptoms
Integrative Health Partners: Where Advanced Medicine Meets Traditional Healing
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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 with 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
Muscle knots and tension headaches keep returning despite treatment. Dr. Hendry targets specific trigger points with specialized needles to release chronic muscle tension and restore normal movement patterns. This technique addresses muscle memory problems that cause persistent pain and stiffness without medications. His 15 years of experience in Greenville has shown this helps many patients
Electroacupuncture (Electrostim)
Traditional acupuncture helps but you need faster, longer-lasting pain relief. Dr. Hendry adds therapeutic electrical frequencies to acupuncture points to accelerate healing and block pain signals more effectively. This enhanced technique stimulates nerve regeneration for conditions like nerve damage and chronic pain. The electrical stimulation increases your body's natural pain-relieving chemicals and improves circulation
Acupuncture Injection Therapy (AIT)
Severe pain and chronic illness haven't responded to conventional treatments. Dr. Hendry combines acupuncture precision with therapeutic injections containing vitamins, minerals, and natural anti-inflammatories. This advanced technique delivers healing substances directly to affected tissues while stimulating acupuncture points.
Functional Medicine Consultations
You feel exhausted and unwell but standard tests show 'everything's normal.' Dr. Hendry conducts comprehensive 90-minute evaluations with advanced laboratory testing that standard medical tests often miss. His functional medicine training looks deeper - complete nutrient analysis, hormone panels, food sensitivities, and heavy metal screening. After 15 years in Greenville and cancer research at Prisma Health, he identifies hidden root causes of unexplained symptoms, persistent fatigue, and digestive problems.
Chinese & Western Herbal Medicine
Medications aren't working or cause unwanted side effects. Dr. Hendry formulates customized herbal protocols combining traditional Chinese formulas with standardized Western botanical extracts. His 25 years of Chinese medicine experience guides safe, effective treatments that support immune function, balance hormones, and improve digestion. All herbs are third-party tested for purity and potency, ensuring safety alongside current medications.
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
What conditions does Dr. Hendry treat?
Dr. Hendry treats chronic pain, headaches, digestive problems, hormone imbalances, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and unexplained symptoms that haven't responded to conventional treatments. His 25 years of Chinese medicine experience and functional medicine training help address root causes rather than just symptoms. Each person's situation is different, so results vary.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Hendry is currently accepting new patients. New patient appointments require initial consultations that last 60-90 minutes. Call [PHONE NUMBER] to schedule your comprehensive evaluation.
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.
How is this different from regular medical care?
Regular medicine often focuses on managing symptoms with medications. Dr. Hendry combines traditional Chinese medicine with functional medicine to find underlying causes - like nutrient deficiencies, hormone imbalances, or toxin exposure - that standard tests might miss. His approach works alongside your current medical care, not instead of it.
Are the treatments safe?
Dr. Hendry has hospital privileges at Prisma Health and is licensed by the SC Board of Medical Examiners. He uses sterile, single-use needles and follows strict safety protocols. All herbs are third-party tested for purity. However, all medical treatments carry some risk, and individual responses vary.
Can I continue my current medications?
Yes. Dr. Hendry works with your existing medical team and medications. His herbal formulas are tested for safety alongside conventional treatments. Always inform him about all medications and supplements you're taking.
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. Everyone's pain tolerance is different.
How quickly will I see results?
Some patients notice improvements within the first few treatments, while others take several weeks. Acute conditions often respond faster than chronic problems you've had for years. Dr. Hendry monitors your progress and adjusts treatment as needed. Results vary based on individual conditions.
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 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.
What is Ozone Sauna Therapy?
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.
Our Testimonials
Patient testimonials and reviews are voluntary submissions shared publicly by patients about their experiences. We display these with respect for patient privacy and in compliance with all applicable regulations. Individual results may vary.
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