| naturopathic medicine
Naturopathic medicine is a comprehensive and
integrated approach to health care that bridges the
gap between modern conventional medicine and traditional
healing therapies. It is both an art and a science in
its use of natural medicines and therapies to diagnose,
treat and prevent illness.
Naturopathic treatment can be effectively used on its
own as a form of primary health care or as a complement
to conventional medicine with your naturopathic doctor
working alongside your other health care providers.
Naturopathic medicine is distinguished by its guiding
principles;
· to always respect and support the innate capacity
of the body to heal itself
· to select the most gentle and least invasive
methods of treatment in order to minimize the potential
for side effects
· to treat the underlying cause of the disease
not just relieve or mask symptoms
· to treat the whole person including their physical,
mental, emotional, spiritual, environmental and social
health
· to help individuals become aware of and responsible
for their own health
· to use preventative measures to assure continued
health
naturopathic doctors
As with conventional medical studies, naturopathic
students attend a four-year graduate level naturopathic
medical school followed by North American Board Examinations
which they must pass to receive their license. As well
as the basic, clinical and diagnostic sciences, naturopathic
students also receive expert training in the use of
clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy,
traditional Chinese medicine, hydrotherapy and lifestyle
counseling.
can naturopathic medicine help you?
Here are some common ailments treated by naturopathic
medicine:
· Allergies and asthma
· Stress management, anxiety, depression, insomnia
· Chronic gastrointestinal disorders such as
colitis, IBS, heartburn
· Chronic skin disorders such as eczema, dermatitis,
fungal infections, psoriasis
· Musculoskeletal disorders such as arthritis,
back and neck pain, injuries, pain management, osteoporosis
· Endocrine disorders including thyroid imbalances,
type 2 diabetes, hypo/hyperglycemia
· Chronic Fatigue and fibromyalgia
· Female reproductive disorders such as PMS and
menstrual disorders, menopause, fibrocystic breast disease,
fibroids, endometriosis, infertility
· Male reproductive disorders such as benign
prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), impotence, premature ejaculation,
infertility
· Detoxification
· Immune system support, colds and flu prevention
and treatment
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