General medicine, Functional, & Integrative medicine, Enbdobiogeny, Phytotherapy.
Endobiogeny
What is Endobiogeny?
Endobiogeny is a modern integrative medical approach that sees the human body as a dynamic and self-regulating ecosystem. It focuses on how the neuroendocrine system (especially hormones and nerves) regulates the body's internal balance (homeostasis).
It was developed by French doctors Christian Duraffourd and Jean-Claude Lapraz.
It’s not a therapy or a protocol — it's a complete medical model based on physiology, combining modern biology with clinical reasoning.
What Makes It Special?
Personalized & Dynamic
Unlike static diagnoses, Endobiogeny evaluates how the patient functions over time, not just what disease label they carry.
Regulation over Symptoms
It focuses on why the imbalance occurred, especially how hormones manage immunity, inflammation, stress, and growth.
Whole-person approach
Integrates physical, emotional, and even symbolic aspects.
Highly predictive
It anticipates dysfunction before lab results show pathology, making it ideal for prevention and early-stage care.
Unique biological modeling
It uses an advanced interpretation of standard blood tests to reflect the function of the neuroendocrine system.
How Is the Diagnosis Done?
Detailed clinical history and symptoms
Understanding the patient’s story and symptoms over time to identify patterns of imbalance in the body’s regulation systems.
Physical signs
Observing visible and measurable bodily clues (like skin, pulse, posture, or reflexes) that reflect internal functional states.
Blood test
Analyzing standard lab markers in a dynamic way to infer how different systems are functioning rather than just detecting disease.
Functional biology
Interpreting all collected data through a systems-based model to assess how the endocrine and metabolic networks are interacting and adapting.
What Types of Treatment Does It Use?
The treatments are gentle, personalized, and regulatory, aiming to stimulate the body’s own self-healing ability. Endobiogeny primarily uses:
Phytotherapy (medicinal plants)
Individualized plant-based treatments, using specific organ-targeted and regulatory plants.
Aromatherapy
When appropriate, essential oils to modulate systems.
Micronutrition
Correcting nutrient imbalances (e.g., magnesium, zinc).
Lifestyle & symbolic medicine
Addressing habits, stress, trauma, and psycho-emotional triggers.
What Types of Diseases and Complaints Does It Address?
Endobiogeny is particularly effective for chronic, functional, and stress-related conditions.
Neuropsychological & Stress-Related Disorders
- Burnout / Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Insomnia (especially early waking or sleep fragmentation)
- Anxiety, panic attacks, mood instability
- Mild to moderate depression
- Hyperactivity, ADHD (children and adults)
- Cognitive fog, memory trouble
- Psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., stress-related digestive or skin issues)
Immune & Inflammatory Terrain
- Recurrent infections (ENT, urinary, viral)
- Immune weakness despite normal blood counts
- Post-viral fatigue / Long COVID
- Autoimmune diseases (early-stage or regulatory support):
- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Lupus (mild cases)
Inflammation & Pain
- Chronic low-grade inflammation (often undetected)
- Headaches, migraines (especially hormonal or inflammatory origins)
- Joint and muscle pain (non-structural)
- Fibromyalgia
- Post-surgical or post-trauma inflammation
Hormonal & Endocrine Dysregulation
- Hypothyroidism, including subclinical or borderline cases
- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
- Hyperthyroidism, mild Graves'
- Thyroid dysfunction with normal TSH (functional imbalances)
- Pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome
- Reactive hypoglycemia
- Insulin resistance (early stage)
- Low cortisol states (fatigue, burnout)
- Cortisol excess (anxiety, insomnia, central weight gain)
- Circadian rhythm disruption
- PMS, painful periods, irregular cycles
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Endometriosis (supportive care)
- Menopause symptoms (hot flashes, fatigue, mood)
- Low libido / Hormonal imbalance in men
Metabolic Regulation & Weight
- Difficulty losing weight despite diet
- Weight gain from stress or hormonal causes
- High leptin / low adiponectin
- High cholesterol not linked to diet
- Liver congestion, poor detoxification
Respiratory & ENT Disorders
- Allergies, rhinitis, mild asthma
- Recurrent sinusitis, otitis, or bronchitis
- Viral sensitivity, post-viral reactivation (EBV, CMV)
Dermatology / Skin Conditions
- Eczema
- Acne
- Psoriasis (mild to moderate)
- Atopic dermatitis
- Hives (stress-related or immune)
Digestive System
- IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
- Functional constipation / diarrhea
- Bloating, food intolerances (non-allergic)
- Liver overload / bile insufficiency
- Pancreatic fatigue (enzyme support)
- Candida (linked to hormonal or immune imbalance)
Women’s Health
- Cycle irregularity, amenorrhea
- Hormonal acne
- PCOS
- Fertility optimization
- Support during ART/IVF
- Postpartum fatigue or hormonal drop
Pediatrics
- Chronic infections (ear, throat, lungs)
- Allergies / eczema
- ADHD, hyperactivity
- Sleep troubles
- Immune modulation and growth support
- Emotional regulation in school-age children
Prevention & Terrain Medicine
- Pre-burnout detection and recovery
- Cancer prevention terrain (not curative)
- Aging support (hormonal decline, memory, vitality)
- Support during medication tapering (antidepressants, anxiolytics, thyroid meds)