Philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic medicine is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention. It emphasizes a holistic, individualized approach to medicine that integrates traditional knowledge with current research. Naturopathic medicine works with the vis medicatrix naturae or healing power of nature to stimulate the body’s own innate ability to heal. The Latin word for doctor or “docere” also means teacher. Part of an ND’s role is to educate patients in the care of their own health. "Every patient carries her or his own doctor inside." Dr. Albert Schweitzer

Naturopathic Therapies

Clinical Nutrition
Examines the relationship between diet and health. Special diets may be recommended, as well as, as vitamins, minerals, enzymes and other nutraceuticals.

Herbal Medicine
The constituents of plants are the basis of modern pharmacology and plants have been for healing since the beginning of civilization. Herbal remedies exist in many forms such as tinctures, teas, tablets, salves, creams, baths and aromatherapy.

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
The goal is to balance the flow of Qi (energy) through meridian pathways in the body using acupuncture and herbs. Tongue and pulse diagnosis are also used in assessing health.

Homeopathic Medicine
Based on the principle of “like cures like”. Minute amounts of natural substances are used to stimulate the body’s self-healing abilities.

Physical Medicine
Includes soft tissue manipulation, hydrotherapy, and massage.

Counseling
Our well-being is affected by physical, emotional, nutritional and environmental factors.
NDs help patients make healthy lifestyle choices and teach stress management/ coping strategies.

Conditions treated by Naturopathic Medicine

Most extended health plans cover naturopathic medicine.
Please contact your insurance provider for details.

Chronic Illness

• Allergies
• Digestive Complaints
• Arthritis and Osteoporosis
• Skin Conditions-Eczema, Acne
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
• Hypertension and Heart disease
• Diabetes

Women's health

• PMS, Menstrual disorders
• Fertility, Menopause
• Prenatal, Postnatal care
• Endometriosis, Uterine fibroids

Acute Conditions

• Colds and flu
• Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders
• Migraines
• Intestinal Upset

Other

• Anxiety, Depression
• Insomnia
• ADHD
• Smoking Cessation
• Weight Management
• Sports Injuries
• Detoxification

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#101-1422 Kensington Rd. NW
Calgary, AB
T2N 3P9

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