Asian Medicine and Acupuncture

A system of medicine based on balancing the Yin and Yang energies of the body as well as the flow of Qi (energy) through meridian pathways. The ancient orient has long recognized the relationship between mind, body and the environment in the development of disease. Herbs and the insertion of needles at specific points along the body harmonize the internal flow of energies to enhance healing, alleviate pains and improve the overall sense of well-being.

Nutrition

Considering what we eat and drink is perhaps the most important step we can take along the road to achieving optimal health. Naturopathic doctors emphasize understanding the impact of our food choices, and may recommend diets tailored to the individual, nutritional supplements such as vitamins, minerals and enzymes, in order to match the therapy designed specifically for the patient.

Botanical (Herbal) Medicine

Botanical Medicine is the use of standardized extracts of herbs according to documented research on their therapeutic usage. Standardized extracts ensure exact amounts of the known active ingredients of the herb. The use of plants for healing dates back to the beginning of civilization and is the foundation of modern pharmacology. Drugs often contain the same substance as plants but in a much altered state which can cause many side effects.

Homeopathic Medicine

This system matches a pattern of symptoms characteristic to the patient with minute doses of a substance. It is based on the principle that like remedies cure like diseases, and that these remedies are designed to treat the whole person, not just a few symptoms. Homeopathic remedies work with the body to help stimulate the body’s self-healing mechanism, and are therefore highly individual in selection.

Lifestyle Counseling

Guidance in stress management, balancing the mental-emotional state of the person, and increasing the physical endurance of the each individual in today’s busy lifestyle.

Naturopathic Manipulations

A series of hands-on treatments for the spine, joints and soft tissues.

Hydrotherapy

Hot and cold water are used to stimulate immunity and circulation.