Naturopathic medicine starts with supporting the body in its amazing ability to heal itself. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are primary care providers and use a comprehensive approach to assist patients in disease prevention and improving overall health.
AcupunctureUses needles to stimulate or sedate certain point on the body. The focus is to rebalance the body's energy or Qi.
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Massage
Used to relax, detoxify and therapeutically release pain and tight muscles. Deep heat with ultrasound or acupuncture can be used to intensify the treatment.
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EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)
Tapping on acupressure points to reduce tension, promote a deeper mind-body connection, and manage symptoms of anxiety, depression or stress.
NMT (Neuromodulation Technique)
Identifies factors compromising health and optimizes the body’s resources to regain wellness. It compares the current state of the body to an optimal healthy blueprint and uses the mind-body's self-correcting system to return to optimal health.
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Nutrition and Herbs
The food that we eat nourishes every cell in our body. It may become necessary to supplement nutrients for a time. Herbs are plant substances that are used for their healing properties and can aid in a number of conditions--from high blood pressure, diabetes, infections etc.
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Naturopathic doctors are unique in their treatment methods and look at the root cause of illness, rather than just suppressing the symptoms.