At Bionuu Clinic, about 20 minutes south of downtown Denver, we provide physician-supervised targeted hyperthermia therapy, in which controlled warmth is applied to a defined area of the body as one component of a personalized integrative plan.
Hyperthermia therapy refers to the controlled application of warmth to the body. In a clinical setting, that warmth is measured and applied to a defined area rather than raising overall body temperature, which is why it is often described as targeted or localized hyperthermia.
The temperature, duration and area treated are selected individually. Hyperthermia is used internationally within integrative and supportive care settings, and at Bionuu it is administered under physician supervision oversight as one part of a broader plan rather than as a standalone therapy.
For patients undergoing cancer treatment, hyperthermia may be used as an adjunct therapy as part of a comprehensive care plan. It is not offered as a cancer treatment and is not intended to replace oncologic standard-of-care treatment.
Patients across the Denver area consider hyperthermia for a variety of reasons rather than for a single diagnosis. It may be considered by individuals interested in circulation, urinary incontinence, recovery, musculoskeletal comfort, or general wellness. For patients receiving conventional cancer treatment, hyperthermia may also be used as an adjunct therapy as part of a broader integrative care plan. It is not offered as a cancer treatment and is not intended to replace standard oncologic care.
Hyperthermia is not appropriate for everyone. Whether it is a suitable option depends on your medical history, current treatments, implanted devices, skin and circulatory health, and an individual clinical evaluation.
Eligibility is determined during a consultation and, for patients in cancer treatment, coordinated with your oncology team. If hyperthermia is not the right option for your situation, we will say so and discuss what else may be reasonable.
Individual responses vary, and hyperthermia is intended to support the body’s natural processes rather than promise a specific outcome.
Heat increases local blood flow, and hyperthermia may be used to support circulation in the treated area.
Targeted heat may be considered for individuals seeking support for muscle or joint comfort.
Hyperthermia may be incorporated into a broader plan designed to support the body’s natural recovery processes.
some patients can see an improvement in urinary incontinence with the use of local hyperthermia
For patients receiving cancer treatment, hyperthermia may be incorporated as an adjunct therapy within a broader integrative care plan.
Hyperthermia is typically used as one component of a broader Functional and Integrative Medicine plan.
Heat is applied to a specific area at a defined temperature for a defined period of time. Treatment parameters are selected for each patient rather than applied according to a standard protocol.
An important distinction is that the heat penetrates deeper into the tissues than the heat produced by heating pads or infrared heat devices.
Treatment is directed at a specific area of the body rather than raising the overall body temperature.
The treatment area, temperature, session length, and number of sessions are determined based on your health goals, medical history, and clinical evaluation, and may be adjusted as your treatment plan progresses.
Always addressed as part of a wider plan.
We review your medical history, current treatments, medications, and any implanted devices, and identify potential contraindications. For patients receiving cancer treatment, we also review your current oncology treatment and treatment schedule. You will be advised what to wear during the treatment.
Hyperthermia is administered at the clinic by trained clinical staff under physician oversight. Most patients are able to rest comfortably during the session while the treated area gradually becomes warm. Staff check on you throughout the treatment to address any concerns.
The length of each session depends on the area being treated and the treatment parameters selected.
Hyperthermia is generally provided as a planned series of sessions, with periodic review of your response. When used as supportive care during cancer treatment, the schedule is coordinated with the rest of your care.
We monitor your response and progress throughout treatment and adjust the plan when appropriate.
Hyperthermia should be provided under physician oversight, using appropriate equipment and carefully controlled treatment parameters.
Hyperthermia is not appropriate for everyone. Implanted electronic or metallic devices, impaired sensation, certain circulatory or skin conditions, pregnancy, and some phases of cancer treatment are among the factors considered before treatment. Your medical history and clinical evaluation help determine whether hyperthermia is appropriate for you.
Individual responses vary. Possible effects may include warmth or redness in the treated area, skin sensitivity, temporary fatigue, or local discomfort. Any unexpected symptoms should be reported so that the treatment can be adjusted when appropriate.
For patients receiving cancer treatment, the timing of hyperthermia in relation to your treatment schedule is carefully considered.
Your response is monitored throughout the course of treatment to ensure that hyperthermia continues to be appropriate for your individual situation.
Sessions are administered by trained clinical staff under the oversight of an MD with more than 20 years of experience in Integrative and Functional Medicine.
Hyperthermia is incorporated into a broader care plan that considers your overall health, individual goals, and other factors that may influence your well-being.
We review your medical history and current treatments before recommending hyperthermia and coordinate with your other healthcare providers when appropriate.
Our clinic is located in the south Denver metro area and is easily accessible from Denver, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, and surrounding communities.
Dr. Simion-Rodgers has a background in Family Medicine and Psychiatry, with more than 20 years of clinical experience. Her advanced training includes the Metabolic Approach to Cancer Practitioner Program through the Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health and advanced mistletoe training through the Physicians’ Association for Anthroposophic Medicine. She continues hospital-based clinical work alongside her practice at Bionuu.
Integrative support alongside conventional cancer treatment.
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No. At Bionuu, hyperthermia is offered as supportive care alongside your cancer treatment.
Most patients find the sessions comfortable. The treated area becomes warm, and staff check on you throughout the session so that treatment parameters can be adjusted if needed.
The length of each session depends on the area being treated and the treatment parameters selected.
Hyperthermia is generally provided as a planned series of sessions. The number and frequency of sessions depend on your individual goals, clinical evaluation, and your individual response .
This depends on the type of treatment you are receiving and its timing. These factors are reviewed during your evaluation when determining an appropriate hyperthermia schedule.
Implanted electronic or metallic devices are among the factors considered during screening and, depending on the type and location of the device, may mean that hyperthermia is not appropriate for you. Please tell us about any implanted device during your evaluation.
Yes. Bionuu serves patients throughout the greater Denver area, including Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Englewood, Greenwood Village, Lone Tree, Parker, and surrounding communities. Hyperthermia sessions are provided in person at our Denver-area clinic.
Our clinic is located at 6650 S. Vine St., Suite 240, Centennial, CO 80121, in the south Denver metro area. Call 303-942-0159 to schedule a consultation.
Bionuu serves patients throughout the greater Denver area and across Colorado, about 20 minutes south of downtown Denver. Hyperthermia sessions are performed in person at our Denver-area clinic by trained clinical staff under physician supervision.
Call us today to schedule a consultation and discuss whether hyperthermia may be appropriate as part of your plan.
This page is provided for general educational purposes and is not medical advice. It does not diagnose or treat cancer or any other condition, and it does not promise any specific result; individual results vary. Hyperthermia therapy at Bionuu is offered as a complementary and integrative approach, only after a consultation and medical evaluation, and only when appropriate for the individual patient. For patients receiving cancer treatment it is provided alongside, and never in place of, the treatment directed by their oncology team. Please consult your treating physicians before beginning any new therapy.
