Chronic Disease Management in Houston

Support When You Need It Most

Living with a chronic disease can not only debilitate the body, but also the spirit. IF you are suffering from diabetes, arthritis, or any other form of chronic disease, we are not here to tell you how bad it can get—instead, we are here to make it better.

While chronic diseases do not have a definitive cure, there are ways in which they can be managed in order to reduce the symptoms and be able to enjoy life. At Riviera Medical Center, we are pleased to offer chronic disease management services to help you regain the joy you might feel your disease is taking away.

What Is a Chronic Disease?

According to the CDC, “Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last 1 year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both.” They are the leading cause of illness, disability, and death in the U.S., although most are caused by a short list of risk factors: smoking, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol use.

At Riviera Medical Center, we offer chronic disease management services in Houston, Texas, for the following conditions:

Arthritis
Asthma
Cancer
Hypertension
IBS
MS
Obesity
Diabetes
Tobacco use and related conditions

About Living—a Good Life—with a Chronic Disease

Our staff are driven by a passion to emphasize our patients’ journey to health. That is why they put emphasis on lifestyle improvements, providing education and resources on nutrition, physical activity, and stress management, as a supplement to clinical strategies to cope with the consequences of chronic diseases.

When seeing our specialists, you can expect:

Routine tests for Chronic Disease Management in Houston

Some diseases require frequent testing to ensure proper monitoring. Tests include blood work, urine or stool samples, among others. We recommend booking an appointment with one of our specialists who can provide one-on-one feedback on your results and adapt the treatment plan to better deal with the progression of the disease.

Lifestyle Changes

Because chronic conditions are the result of a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental and behavioural factors, an emphasis on healthy lifestyle decisions is key. Among the positive changes you can make to make your every day better, are:

Achieving a healthy weight for your specific build
Reducing stressors
Quitting smoking
Reducing alcohol intake
Adopting a balanced and healthy diet

And yes, we know that these are not easy to implement, but with the right guidance and support, the results will speak for themselves.

Symptom Management

Every chronic disease is different, but it is highly possible that you may have to take medication or do some sort of therapy to reduce symptoms. Whichever the case, you must do it under the supervision of your healthcare provider.