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    Glossary Medical Therapy

    management and care of patients to treat or alleviate conditions

    Medical Therapy, also known as Medical Treatment or Clinical Therapy, refers to the management and care of a patient to combat disease or alleviate symptoms. This can include the use of medications, lifestyle changes, physical therapy, and other non-surgical methods. For example, in the context of alopecia, medical therapy might involve the use of topical treatments like minoxidil or oral medications such as finasteride to promote hair growth and reduce hair loss.

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    1. Low Level Laser Therapy Red-light devices, such as caps, combs and helmets, used on the scalp
    2. Microneedling Technique that makes tiny punctures in the scalp with fine needles
    3. Alopecia Areata autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
    4. Neem Oil Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies
    5. Hair Transplant Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas