Naturopathic Physicians, NDs, are physicians who focus on the whole health of patients, not just one aspect. Naturopathic Physicians emphasize the use of diet, exercise, nutritional supplements, homeopathy, physical medicine, and herbal therapies to prevent disease and promote wellness with few or no side effects. Naturopathic Physicians attend accredited four-year graduate level Naturopathic medi
cal schools to become primary-care practitioners. They receive the same basic training as an MD or DO, and also study clinical nutrition, physical medicine, acupuncture, psychology, homeopathic and botanic medicine. NDs Treat many of the same conditions that an allopathic (conventional medical) doctor can treat, even in conjunction with your doctor. So come in today to determine how Naturopathic Medicine can fit into your health care program. How is Naturopathic Medicine Different From Conventional? While conventional medicine relies on "quick fixes" that in some cases can be harmful in other ways, Naturopathic medicine seeks to truly heal the individual. Through natural medicine and education, Naturopathic Physicians help bring people into their bodies. We help you identify your life where changes and additions can be made to empower you to live a healthier and happier life. Traditional Chinese Medicine is an ancient medical system that takes a deep understanding of the laws and patterns of nature and applies them to the human body. It is a complete system of medicine that has been practiced for more than 5,000 years. The foundations of TCM include an understanding of Qi, Yin/Yang, the Meridians and the Five Elements. These concepts represent forces at play in nature as well as in the human body, and give a model of physiology that can be used to diagnose and treat disease. The modalities of healing in Chinese Medicine include acupuncture, moxibustion, massage, lifestyle and dietary counseling, qigong and herbal therapy. Acupuncture is the aspect of Chinese Medicine that has become most recognized in America today. It involves using fine needles to access points in the body, which activate the bodies own healing mechanisms. Acupuncture can be used to relieve pain and speed healing in cases if injury, as well as chronic pain. It can also affect organ and hormonal functions, and has been used successfully in treating hundreds of issues from asthma to infertility. Chinese medicine seeks to find the root cause of illness and treat the human in a holistic way that addresses the root as well as the manifesting symptoms, and strives to bring balance to the body, mind and spirit. In a session for “acupuncture” the therapist may use or recommend any of the modalities listed above in the healing process.
