Dr. Bardi’s Approach to Treating Chronic Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is a complex infection caused primarily by Borrelia burgdorferi and traditionally transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. However, what conventional medicine often overlooks is that ticks rarely carry just one infection. They frequently harbor other pathogens—such as Rickettsia rickettsii, Babesia species, Bartonella species, and Mycoplasma pneumoniae—that can complicate diagnosis and treatment. 

In addition, emerging research suggests these microbes may not be limited to ticks alone. Mosquitoes and other insects have been implicated as potential vectors, and there is growing evidence that transmission can occur from mother to child. This means that many individuals struggling with Lyme-related illness may never recall a tick bite—yet still carry the burden of these stealth infections.

Diagnosis remains one of the greatest shortcomings in conventional Lyme care. Standard lab testing is often unreliable, and the hallmark bull’s-eye rash—frequently used as a diagnostic criterion—appears in only about 20% of cases. In clinical reality, the symptoms of Lyme disease and its co-infections are far more varied and often insidious. In my practice, the most common presentations include persistent fatigue, joint and muscle pain, cognitive struggles, neurological symptoms, sleep disturbances, and cardiac irregularities like palpitations.

To address this diagnostic blind spot, I use Autonomic Response Testing (ART), a highly sensitive clinical tool that allows me to evaluate the body’s energetic response to pathogens and imbalances. Unlike traditional blood, saliva, or urine testing, ART offers a nuanced and individualized assessment—often detecting infections that standard tests miss. 

I take a whole-body approach to healing—addressing not only the infection itself but also the “terrain” of your body: the immune system, inflammatory pathways, detoxification processes, and microbiome. A truly comprehensive treatment plan must consider all underlying pathogen burdens, including bacteria, parasites, viruses, mold, and mycotoxins.

If you’re experiencing symptoms of Lyme disease or suspect a chronic infection, I invite you to explore my approach and fill out my Patient Inquiry so we can be in touch. Together, we can design a recovery plan that is as individualized and dynamic as your health journey.