Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) in Rock Hill, SC

Take Back Control of Your Future with TRT

For some men, getting older can be an exciting time where years of hard work culminate into a fun, fruitful transition into retirement. It's a time to cross off bucket-list items and live life to the fullest, without the stress kids or business getting in the way. However, aging is a scary prospect for other men, filled with exhaustion, depression, and inability to perform in the bedroom.

If you're over the age of 40 and have noticed increased irritability and low sex drive, the world is not ending; chances are, you have low testosterone. Fortunately, advances in male health medicine mean you don't have to settle for a lackluster life with low T. If you're among the 39% of men that suffer from hypogonadism, don't lose hope - contact Better Life Age Management Wellness Center to discover the amazing benefits of TRT in Rock Hill, SC.

At Better Life, we help men just like you decide how they want to address the aging process. Will you settle for a slow decline or enjoy a fulfilling, normal life? If you wait too long, the choice will be made for you, and you might not like the results.

At Better Life, we believe you can influence your genetic potential through lifestyle. Whether you want to keep up with your teenagers on the basketball court or rediscover passion with your partner, our team of testosterone replacement therapy experts can show you the way.

Discover the Best Way to Live a Better Life

Better Life was founded to give men with low testosterone a new lease on life - one that includes less irritability, less body fat, and more energy. If you're ready to look and feel younger, it's time to consider testosterone replacement therapy. Our TRT treatments are safe, effective, and personalized to your body and your goals. That way, you can keep loving life as you age, on your own terms.

For many men, TRT bridges the gap between their old, unsatisfying life and the more vibrant one they experience with hormone therapy. After all, you deserve to be in charge of your health and wellness, especially during middle age and beyond. With Better Life by your side, you have the chance to fight back against low testosterone with tools backed by science and research.

Unlike some other TRT clinics in the Carolinas, we aren't trying to treat our clients like they're on an assembly line. We don't cater to the masses - we help heal men who are serious about reclaiming their lives. Our patients choose Better Life because we:

Never offer "cookie-cutter" solutions
Have an unmatched team with decades of experience in a variety of specialties
Provide personalized TRT services catered to your body and goals

Take the time to learn about each patient as a person
Continuously invest our resources into the most scientifically-advanced treatments available

If you're ready to live a more energetic, youthful life, know that it's never too late or too early to do so. But, how do you know you are a candidate for testosterone replacement therapy? Like most things in life, your body will do its part in letting you know.

Symptoms of Low Testosterone

Over the years, researchers have discovered that the prevalence of low testosterone in men increases from about 20% of men older than 60 to 50% of men older than 80.

To make matters worse, about 40% of men with high cholesterol and blood pressure levels also have low T. Additionally, about 50% of obese men experience low testosterone. If you fall into any of these categories, you should begin to think about ways to change your life, like diet, exercise, and TRT.

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it could be time to think about TRT from Better Life:

Testosterone Replacement Therapy Rock Hill, SC

Erectile Dysfunction

If erectile dysfunction has put a cold blanket over the spark between you and your partner, it's time to make a change. About half of men between 35 and 65 deal with erectile dysfunction and its frustrations daily. Fortunately, at Better Life, we have effective solutions to get you back to a place where spontaneity is welcomed and peak performance is common.

Better Life Carolinas provides the most advanced, non-invasive ED treatments available, like testosterone replacement therapy in Rock Hill, SC. Our TRT treatments have the potential to correct underlying changes in your body instead of just treating symptoms. We feel this approach is a more realistic option rather than taking a pill every time you need to perform. Check out the reviews on our website - Better Life patients with ED couldn't be happier with our treatments.

Symptoms Of Low Testosterone Rock Hill, SC

Hair Loss

Testosterone has a role in many body functions, including the production of hair follicles. Many men lose hair and begin balding as they age; however, men with low testosterone can also suffer from loss of body hair. While there is an inherited component to balding, you should be wary of hair loss, especially if hair loss is not common in your bloodline.

Increased Body Fat

Let's be honest here: a man's sex life can be thrown into ruin when they get fat. This is especially true when a man has low T and develops symptoms like gynecomastia or large breasts. Of course, getting fatter means you're looking at a litany of new health problems like high cholesterol and diabetes. It seems like middle-aged men just accept the fact that they're going to get fat. But, it doesn't have to be that way. Men who find themselves developing more fat around their stomachs can correct their testosterone imbalance with TRT from Better Life.

Fatigue

Have you noticed that you feel sluggish, tired, or apathetic on your days off? Men with low testosterone have reported lower energy levels and extreme fatigue, even when not working full time. You might have low T if you're constantly tired despite getting eight hours of sleep or more.

Brain Fog

Many men experience changes in concentration, focus, and productivity as they age. Though it's not a serious medical condition, brain fog is usually a symptom of other medical problems, like low testosterone. Men with brain fog experience a lack of mental clarity, problems with memory, lack of focus, and poor concentration. This problem interferes with everyday tasks at work and home, but with hormone therapy, it doesn't have to be an ongoing problem in your life.

How Does TRT Work?

Before we dive into the many benefits of testosterone replacement therapy from Better Life, it's important that you understand how TRT works.

Testosterone was initially lab synthesized way back in 1935. Since then, it has been used in clinical settings to help address low test levels. Over the last couple of decades, testosterone has become one of the most common medications in the U.S.

TRT works by restoring healthy testosterone levels in men that suffer from low T. TRT is not too different from insulin needed by diabetics. Essentially, the body lacks a healthy production of a necessary hormone, so it needs to be "replaced" with an exogenous source - in this case, testosterone.

While most men start taking TRT after 50, more men in their 30s and 40s are having their testosterone levels checked at clinics like Better Life Carolinas. If you think you're "too young" to try testosterone replacement therapy but find yourself suffering from symptoms like ED, it wouldn't hurt to have a doctor measure your T levels.

Benefits of Using TRT

If you're looking for TRT in Rock Hill, SC, it's easy to understand why. Hundreds of thousands of men have reclaimed their vigor and youth with regular testosterone replacement therapy. With Better Help to guide the way, you too can experience the many benefits of TRT.

Some of the most common benefits that our patients cite include:

Healthier Heart

A healthy heart pumps blood throughout your body, giving organs and muscles the oxygen they need to perform. Testosterone helps red blood cell production through the bone marrow. When you have low T levels, your muscles and organs will often suffer. Low T levels have been attributed to a number of cardiovascular problems, which is cause for concern.

However, a study of 83,000 men found that males whose testosterone levels returned to normal were 36% less likely to experience a stroke 24% less likely to experience a heart attack. This promising sign shows that TRT can actually help keep your heart and blood healthy.

Stronger Bones

Testosterone plays a crucial role in bone density. Bone mineral density decreases as men get older and T levels drop. This drop in testosterone raises the risk of developing osteoporosis. Strong bones help support your organs and muscles, boosting quality of life and even athletic performance. Research shows that bone density increases with higher doses of TRT. Some clinical trials recently found that testosterone also increases hip and spinal bone density.

Increased Libido

One of the most popular reasons why men choose TRT from Better Life Age Management Wellness Center is to enjoy increased libido. Testosterone levels rise in response to sexual activity and arousal. It's well known that men with higher levels of testosterone have more sexual activity. However, older men need more testosterone for healthy erectile function and libido. TRT is often a viable solution for older men who are looking to reignite that special spark with their spouse.

Additional benefits of using TRT can include:

Less Body Fat
Better Sleep
More Confidence
Better Mood
More Muscle Mass

Improved Brain Function
Better Stress Management
Lower LDL Levels
Improved Blood Sugar Regulation

TRT FAQs

What is testosterone?

A: Testosterone is a hormone found in both men and women. Also referred to as an androgen, testosterone is a hormone that helps the formation of male body characteristics. Normal testosterone levels for men are between 300 to 1,010 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL). As men and women age, they can expect their testosterone levels to decrease naturally. However, conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes and injuries to the testicles can affect T levels. Whether from natural causes or injury, testosterone levels can become abnormally low in some individuals, which is often when TRT is the most helpful.

Is TRT Safe?

A: Clinical trials show that TRT is both safe and effective for men with hypogonadism and abnormally low levels of testosterone. When prescribed by a doctor, TRT is very safe so long as there are no external risks present. Clinics like Better Life offer comprehensive health plans that include TRT and other revolutionary treatments to improve quality of life. These treatments are only conducted after rigorous testing to ensure treatment is necessary. However, TRT is not for everyone. Generally speaking, testosterone replacement therapy is not a good idea for people with diabetes, prostate cancer, and cardiovascular diseases.

What Forms of TRT Are Available?

A: There are several TRT options on the market today, including injections, gels, implants, pills, and patches. After your free consultation and testing, the Better Life team of doctors and specialists will speak with you about the best options for your unique needs.

Enjoy Custom Care and Personalized Service at Better Life Carolinas

The days of "living with it" are over. Today, we're able to treat most symptoms of low testosterone with non-surgical, pain-free solutions like TRT in Rock Hill. There's never been a better time to reclaim your life and face the issues preventing you from being the best you.

Better Life offers several customized health plan options catered to your needs. We make it easy to supplement your testosterone treatments with our in-house scans, peptides, pharmaceutical-grade supplements, and IV hydration services. Don't delay - schedule your free consultation today!

Free Consultation

Nathan's Hot Dogs opens Rock Hill location, along with other new eateries

ROCK HILL — There's plenty of places to grab a hot dog around Rock Hill. And one man has been to virtually all of them.Now there's one more. Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs opened Feb. 13 its new location at 1818 Bagwell Circle, off Celanese Road, west of Interstate 77."They serve up an all beef hot dog in its natural casings," said Nate Mallard, a real estate agent who creates ...

ROCK HILL — There's plenty of places to grab a hot dog around Rock Hill. And one man has been to virtually all of them.

Now there's one more. Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs opened Feb. 13 its new location at 1818 Bagwell Circle, off Celanese Road, west of Interstate 77.

"They serve up an all beef hot dog in its natural casings," said Nate Mallard, a real estate agent who creates hot dog review videos on Facebook. "It's a standout hot dog."

His routine is to pick up Nathan's from grocery stores and cook them at home. But he's happy to have the fast food option, plus a new place to record a review.

"I'm very excited that they'll be just four minutes away from me," Mallard said.

Most people may know of Nathan's from its Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest from Coney Island in Brooklyn, N.Y., turning competitive-eating champions Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi into annual fixtures on ESPN.

The restaurants have expanded into 13 states. The Rock Hill opening is the fifth Nathan's restaurant in South Carolina, and there's one in Charlotte as well.

Look for burgers, cheesesteaks and milkshakes on the menu as well.

Lake Wylie Pizza and Italian

This will be the second location in York County for Lake Wylie Pizza, but it's not in Lake Wylie. Instead, the new spot opened Feb. 10 at 1075 Filbert Highway in the town of York, in the same shopping plaza as Food Lion.

KB Cakes Bakery

In downtown Clover, a new place for sweet treats held its grand opening on Feb. 14. KB Cakes is at 125 N. Main St., offering a range of cake pops, cupcakes and cheesecakes.

Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar

The Myrtle Beach-based dessert shop has expanded to Fort Mill for its 12th location.

Founded by Bo and Sherri Steele, the chain's menu features multiple desserts served in cups, between chocolate chip cookies or in the store’s signature mason jars. The company is known for locally grown produce and toppings sourced from partnerships with local bakeries and businesses.

Praters Bakery

Dessert makers are opening — and reopening — their doors throughout York County.

At Praters, they're offering Southern-influenced treats based on locally grown ingredients. The shop is located at 2210 India Hook Road, Suite 101, in Rock Hill. They previously had a location on Ebenezer Road. They reopened at the new place on Feb. 1.

See the latest plans for new 105-acre Rock Hill park, with athletic fields and trails

The latest plans for a much-anticipated new 105-acre park in Rock Hill show sports fields, playgrounds, a food truck area, amphitheater seating and ponds with a boardwalk trail.The city applied to rezone most of the property for what’s for now called Southside Regional Park, which will span from Heckle Boulevard to Main Street. That application prompted a concept plan showing where certain features might g...

The latest plans for a much-anticipated new 105-acre park in Rock Hill show sports fields, playgrounds, a food truck area, amphitheater seating and ponds with a boardwalk trail.

The city applied to rezone most of the property for what’s for now called Southside Regional Park, which will span from Heckle Boulevard to Main Street. That application prompted a concept plan showing where certain features might go.

The city plans to add more property to the park. When complete it could be about twice the size of other landmark sport sites in the city, in Cherry Park and Manchester Meadows.

The layout and land uses aren’t final, but the plan offers the latest glimpse into city plans for the site. The project will cost an estimated $40 million. A current cost opening timeline from the city wasn’t immediately available.

The largest developed area would go just north of the American Legion Post 34 on Heckle Boulevard. A full-size baseball field would have seating for up to 600 spectators. Two youth baseball fields and an amphitheater would be beside it.

Four more fields in a clover leaf design could be used for various sports.

They each have space for a small football field, a large baseball field or up to three smaller baseball or softball fields. Each of the clover leaf fields would have seating for up to 250 spectators.

The concept plan also shows two basketball courts, pickleball courts, two playground areas, two shelters with restrooms, nine covered batting cages in two spots, grassy overflow parking or event space, ponds with a boardwalk, concession stands and nearly 700 paved parking spaces in the main area.

Across a stream, there’s another section of the park near Sidney, Florence and Morgan streets.

The plan shows two full-size football fields with seating for 800 spectators. There’s a ticket booth, turf warm-up area and concession stand.

Three more basketball courts and a community building off Florence Street sit just beside where the park will connect to a future development phase.

Though the final layout isn’t confirmed, it’s close to set, city parks and recreation director Mark Sexton said in an online update last month. “The concept is really in place,” he said. “I think our community has spoken about some of the things they want to see in that park.”

In addition to park features, the property will connect to Rock Hill’s ambitious Storyline project.

Storyline is an urban linear park that connects attractions, landmarks and gathering spots from Winthrop University to Fountain Park. It will add a large pedestrian bridge across Dave Lyle Boulevard downtown, paid for by a more than $10 million federal grant.

The city owns the Southside Regional Park properties up for rezoning. They include Arcade Park, public works space, trails and vacant property.

The city Planning Commission will review the zoning request Tuesday. Rock Hill City Council will make the final decision.

This story was originally published February 3, 2025 at 12:35 PM.

The Herald

803-329-4076

John Marks graduated from Furman University in 2004 and joined the Herald in 2005. He covers community growth, municipalities, transportation and education mainly in York County and Lancaster County. The Fort Mill native earned dozens of South Carolina Press Association awards and multiple McClatchy President’s Awards for news coverage in Fort Mill and Lake Wylie.

These Rock Hill region schools are closing or moving online ahead of snowstorm forecast

As the Rock Hill region braces for snow, sleet and ice on Friday, here’s a list of schools that will close for the weather:▪ The Rock Hill School District will have an eLearning day, or online school, on Friday. Parents won’t send students to school. Extracurricular activities for Friday and Saturday are canceled.▪ The Fort Mill School District will clo...

As the Rock Hill region braces for snow, sleet and ice on Friday, here’s a list of schools that will close for the weather:

▪ The Rock Hill School District will have an eLearning day, or online school, on Friday. Parents won’t send students to school. Extracurricular activities for Friday and Saturday are canceled.

▪ The Fort Mill School District will close all facilities Friday. Students will move to eLearning. After-school activities, including sports, are canceled. District facilities will be closed Saturday, too. Schools are commonly used on weekends for basketball, robotics and other events.

▪ The Clover School District will use remote learning on Friday. Students won’t have live instruction but will be given assignments to complete. School staff will be available online for support. Athletic events for Friday and Saturday are canceled.

▪ The York School District will go to remote learning Friday. All athletic events are canceled for Friday and Saturday.

▪ The Lancaster County School District will close Friday and go to eLearning. All school facilities will be closed and all scheduled events at them canceled Friday through Sunday.

▪ The Chester County School District will go to remote learning Friday, and school district facilities will be closed Friday through Sunday. Students will be given work for Friday to complete, but won’t have online classes.

▪ York Prep will go to a half-day schedule on Friday. Kindergarten through fourth grade will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Friday, with older grades dismissed at noon. All after-school activities Friday are canceled.

▪ Legion Collegiate Academy postponed all of Friday’s basketball games. Saturday’s girls game will be played in February.

▪ Riverwalk Academy will have an early release day Friday. Kindergarten through fifth grade will finish school at 11:05 a.m. Older grades will finish at 11:30 a.m. All after-school activities are canceled.

As of Thursday morning, the National Weather Service listed a winter storm watch for Rock Hill.

The forecast showed a chance of snow before 2 p.m. Friday, and an 80% chance of precipitation afterward with a mix of snow, sleet and ice. Freezing rain and sleet would continue Friday night with a 100% chance of precipitation after 7 p.m. The forecast low is 29 degrees.

Rock Hill Schools Superintendent steps down after 4 years

ROCK HILL, S.C. — The Rock Hill Schools Superintendent is stepping down just four years after taking the job.Channel 9′s Jonathan Lowe spoke with that superintendent one-on-one about his decision.Tommy Schmolze took the job back in 2021, coming in after a superintendent who quit one week into that school year.ALSO READ: Rock Hill Schools nam...

ROCK HILL, S.C. — The Rock Hill Schools Superintendent is stepping down just four years after taking the job.

Channel 9′s Jonathan Lowe spoke with that superintendent one-on-one about his decision.

Tommy Schmolze took the job back in 2021, coming in after a superintendent who quit one week into that school year.

ALSO READ: Rock Hill Schools names new superintendent after abrupt resignation one week into school year

After 32 years in education, Schmolze decided to step down at the end of the week.

“I have decided to announce that I’ll be retiring effective January 31st,” said Schmolze. “I knew this time would come; what I was hoping was to finish out the year, but I understand leadership transition.”

Including interim superintendents, there will now have been four leaders of this school district in four years.

The school board voted 6 to 1 to accept his resignation. Board Trustee Jennifer Hutchinson was the lone vote against it.

“I did not necessarily agree with the manner in which things were handled. I really care about Dr. Schmooze; I appreciate his leadership,” said Hutchinson.

Schmolze said he wasn’t fired or forced out; rather, he and the school board have been discussing the best way to transition to new leadership.

However, he admits leaving in the middle of the school year could be disruptive.

“I think it could, if not done right; we’ve done a really good job of preparing our leadership team for this moment,” Schmolze elaborated.

But Schmolze’s surprise announcement was not an eyebrow-raising moment. '

Board Trustee James Burns’ request for a district audit comes after Channel 9 revealed last month that the district was cutting several high-level positions to get more money in the classroom.

“I come to you tonight to ask for your help with an independent analysis of the Rock Hill Schools budget,” Burns said. “I, like many of you here, am ready to turn the page on some programs and positions that overlap, creating confusion and, most of all, time-consuming training.”

Channel 9 asked Schmolze if Burn’s request was related to his earlier-than-expected retirement. He said, as far as his future plans, this would be his last time working for a school district.

“Not interconnected at all,” Schmolze explained. “What I’ll be looking at doing is how to coach principals, how to coach superintendents, and how to coach leaders in public ed to keep the focus on the kids.”

Doctor John Jones, who is currently the deputy superintendent, will be taking over as interim superintendent while the school board conducts a national search for Schmolze’s replacement.

As for a districtwide audit, all of the board members voted in favor of it.

VIDEO: ‘Had to be made’: Rock Hill Schools says job cuts will get more money into classrooms

Icy winter storm barrels toward Rock Hill: Possible treacherous roads, power outages

Roads could be treacherous and power outages are possible as the Rock Hill region prepares for ice from a winter storm Friday and Saturday.York, Chester, and Lancaster counties could see snow, freezing rain and sleet — or a combination of all three. The National Weather Service said in its forecast there is a 100% chance of winter weather starting Frida...

Roads could be treacherous and power outages are possible as the Rock Hill region prepares for ice from a winter storm Friday and Saturday.

York, Chester, and Lancaster counties could see snow, freezing rain and sleet — or a combination of all three. The National Weather Service said in its forecast there is a 100% chance of winter weather starting Friday afternoon and has issued a winter storm warning that lasts through Saturday morning.

The Rock Hill area — from Lake Wylie east to Indian Land and Fort Mill — could see about an inch of snow and .3 inches of ice, the NWS said. That ice amount could cause roads to freeze and trees and power lines to be knocked down, officials said.

“Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads treacherous and impassable,” the weather service said in a statement Thursday afternoon.

The official winter storm warning — upgraded from a watch — is issued when “a significant combination of hazardous winter weather is occurring or imminent,” according to the NWS web site.

[As of 12:10PM 1/9] A Winter Storm Watch remains in effect for the western Carolinas and northeast Georgia, but any decisions to upgrade to Warnings/Advisories will be done by 4:00PM as we evaluate new model guidance and trends. pic.twitter.com/GI2vNhUIkv
— NWS GSP (@NWSGSP) January 9, 2025

Area schools have already decided to close or have remote classes Friday and have canceled extra-curricular activities.

Emergency officials have issued a travel advisory urging people to stay off the roads from Friday until icy conditions abate.

“Travel is probably going to be our biggest issue,” said York County Emergency Management Director Chuck Haynes. “Overnight Friday into Saturday, it really has a chance to get dangerous.”

Temperatures Saturday even as skies clear are not expected to rise much over 40 degrees, with lows Saturday night around or below 20 degrees. That means areas that remain wet could refreeze Saturday night into Sunday, said Darren Player, Lancaster County emergency management director.

Officials said even if main roads such as I-77, U.S. 21 and U.S. 521 are clear, secondary roads can be hazardous because they receive less traffic and direct sunlight after a storm passes.

Freezing rain on trees and power lines can cause widespread problems, officials said.

“The weight of the snow and ice on tree limbs and power lines could produce numerous outages,” the weather service said.

If there are power outages, people can check online maps that are updated freqquently by Duke Energy, York Electric Cooperative, and the city of Rock Hill Utilities.

For problems or information, York County officials suggest using these numbers:

▪ Duke Energy 800-769-3766.

▪ York Electric Cooperative 866-374-1234

▪ Rock Hill Utilities 803-329-5500

▪ Comporium 888-403-2667

▪ York County Natural Gas 866-201-1001

This story was originally published January 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM.

Disclaimer:

This website publishes news articles that contain copyrighted material whose use has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. The non-commercial use of these news articles for the purposes of local news reporting constitutes "Fair Use" of the copyrighted materials as provided for in Section 107 of the US Copyright Law.

Call today! 843-737-2597

Notice of Privacy Practices

Site design by 12pt Creative