What is Naturopathic Medicine?Naturopathic medicine is a unique primary health care system which emphasizes the prevention and treatment of dis-ease, maintenance of optimal health, and promotion of the individual’s inherent self-healing process which naturopathic physicians refer to as the "vis medicatrix naturae," the healing power of nature. Naturopathic medicine blends centuries-old natural, nontoxic therapies with current advances in the study of health and human systems, covering all aspects of family health from prenatal to geriatric care. As a Naturopathic doctor we seek to find the root cause of any dis-ease and to understand you, as a unique individual, on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual planes in order to develop a wellness plan personalized for you. Within each one of us, there is an inherent, wise intelligence. Naturopathic Medicine focuses on supporting and strengthening this inherent healing capability by using the least invasive, most gentle and appropriate approach in treatment. We believe that nature is the most valued teacher and we seek to help you return to the simplicity of these natural rhythms that we as humans embody. Naturopathic medicine has been shown to be effective for treating most health problems, both acute and chronic. Some of the therapies most commonly utilized by NDs include clinical nutrition, homeopathy, botanical medicine, physical medicine, hydrotherapy, natural childbirth, counseling and stress management, diet and lifestyle changes. |
