Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge (most of the treatments we use do have research to support them) with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The goal is to uncover the underlying cause of disease and stimulate the body's own innate healing capabilities. We are able to treat a range of health concerns, from chronic diseases (autoimmune disease, diabetes, arthritis, etc) to acute illnesses like bronchitis.
We work with patients who have been unable to address their health concerns with the help of other medical professionals, patients who are seeking other treatment options or are needing support with side effects of conventional treatments (we will happily work with your medical team!) and people seeking to prevent disease through health promotion.
Traditional Chinese acupuncture is a practice whereby very thin, sterile needles are inserted into specific points on the body to relieve pain, treat acute and chronic disease, and improve energy flow throughout the body. It has been used successfully for thousands of years and has been proven effective in many modern clinical trials for a variety of concerns ranging from arthritis and muscle pain, to headaches and turning breech babies.
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) is a technique used to effectively treat chronic pain. During a physical exam, shortened muscles and oversensitive nerves that are involved in the chronic pain pattern are identified. IMS seems very similar to acupuncture, but it is based on an understanding of neurophysiology and anatomy, not energetics.
Hypnosis can be defined as an altered state of mind that bypasses the critical conscious mind and allows direct access to the subconscious. The mind is focused, calm, clear and alert and the body is in a state of deep physical relaxation. In this state it is possible to shift long-held beliefs, conditioned behaviours, perceptions, reactions and thoughts that are no longer promoting wellbeing. There is a volume of research using hypnosis for many physical as well as mental-emotional medical issues.
Injecting nutrients intramuscularly or intravenously allows us to bypass the digestive tract and get higher levels of vitamins and minerals directly to the cells that need them. IV therapy can be used to improve energy levels and immune function, decrease pain and inflammation, as an adjunctive cancer treatment, for heavy metal chelation, to improve athletic performance, and to proactively maintain health. Custom formulas containing vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other compounds are made just prior to appointments.
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