Treatment by a naturopath
Naturopathic Medicine
Our naturopathic doctors graduated from a 4 year medical school and can do physical exams, order labs, and prescribe natural therapies. Naturopathic doctors are experts in lifestyle and dietary medicine. Treatments may include diet, exercise, vitamins, amino acids, botanicals, and many more.
A naturopath employs a range of non-invasive techniques and these include (but are not limited to):
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nutrition and dietary advice. A poor diet stops the body from functioning well and a build-up of toxins can lead to a range of illnesses. Whole, fresh and unprocessed foods are recommended
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herbal medicine – herbs can support the body
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homeopathy – homeopathic treatments are used to stimulate the body
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hydrotherapy (water therapy). For instance, the use of hot and cold compresses might be used for certain conditions to influence the flow of blood and body heat
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physical therapies – such as massage, Bowen, acupressure, bio-puncture or mechanotherapy
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kinesiology and integrated bio-dynamics (IBD)
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counselling techniques – emotional problems and stress can interfere with the healing process. Counselling techniques can include stress management strategies and life coaching.
