Naturopathic Medicine in Alberta & Ontario
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Naturopathic medicine is a healthcare system that combines modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate and enhance the body’s inherent healing power while treating the underlying cause of disease.
Naturopathic medicine is based on 6 principles:
- First Do No Harm
- The Healing Power of Nature
- Identify & Treat the Cause
- Treat the Whole Person
- Doctor as Teacher
- Disease Prevention & Health Promotion
With naturopathy, the body’s natural state is perceived as good health. It is also believed that the body is inherently able to respond to challenges and maintain itself. Disease is perceived as a process, rather than an entity.
The Consultation
When you visit Optimum Wellness Centres for a consultation, you will be met with friendly staff to check and make sure that all of your required information is on file. We will then have a no-obligation conversation about why you seek treatment and what you want to get out of it.
Your health history and lifestyle will then be discussed to pinpoint the underlying cause for your pain or discomfort. This initial conversation will likely be lengthy and include discussions about your family history, life stressors, past accidents or significant events in your life, and anything else that may have affected your health or well-being.
Assessment & Treatment Plan
Your doctor will use various testing methods and questionnaires to gain the best understanding of your health possible. They may also refer to your previous medical reports, such as MRIs or X-rays, to assess your health concerns. Standard diagnostic and laboratory testing is also involved in a complete naturopathic assessment and diagnosis.
Your doctor will also discuss your current nutritional status, eating habits, and other food patterns to assess your diet’s effect on your health.
Once you have completed these assessments and examinations, your doctor can make an accurate diagnosis and begin developing a treatment plan.
Treatment Options & Plans
Depending on your ailments and general well-being, your treatment plan will vary. However, naturopathic doctors in Canada are trained on the following natural therapies:
- Clinical Nutrition
- Botanical Medicine
- Homeopathic Medicine
- Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture
- Physical Medicine
- Prevention & Lifestyle Counselling
FAQs
How Does Naturopathic Medicine Compare to Conventional Medicine?
Both naturopathic and conventional doctors are similarly trained—the main differences are the philosophical approach and therapies used. Naturopathic doctors address physical, environmental, lifestyle, attitudinal, and emotional aspects of health to develop a well-rounded approach to treatment.
What Can Naturopathic Medicine Treat?
Naturopathic medicine can treat health concerns for all ages, from chronic pain to psychological distress. Naturopathic medicine has been beneficial for:
- Those looking for disease prevention & health promotion.
- Those with symptoms that traditional methods have been unsuccessful in treating.
- Patients with serious or chronic illnesses that are looking for other treatment options.
- Patients looking to minimize the side effects of drugs, surgery, or other treatments.
Do I Need a Referral to See a Naturopathic Doctor?
Naturopathic medicine is meant to be accessible to all who may need it, so you do not need a doctor’s referral to access treatment.
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Testimonials
I was referred by a friend to Jency Henry Physiotherapist at Macleod trail Optimum for my back pain. She is amazing, she knows what she is doing. She was explaining during the assessment and treatment session about what are my issues and what needs to be treated or taken care. I was very satisfied about her approach in treating my pain. I came to understand about my body better like my weakness and tightness. I feel very light as if most of my weight has been off from my back after my session.
Shirley V.
Just have to thank Dr. Nina!!! The chiropractic care I receive is outstanding and with such precision and creativity! I have an autoimmune condition called Scleroderma which causes extreme mis-alignment and muscle/joint pain. After an adjustment I feel amazing and helps me to cope with the symtoms so I don’t have to take pharmaceuticals that often. Also, I notice my low blood pressure is back to normal since I have been seeing Dr. Nina. I am so relieved I can start up my adjustments again. I have referred my nieces, my sister, and my friend and they all are of the same opinion!! Dr. Nina is my Chiropractor for life!!!
Corinne C.
I highly recommend Nicole, I had my first massage with her today and it was very relaxing and took a lot of the stress out of my body from the last few months. I felt very comfortable with Nicole, she is easy going, respectful and professional. It was just the perfect combination of touch and light conversation at the right time. I will most definitely be going back to Nicole in the future.
Viv
Made the mistake of going to another provider based on them open on Saturday, what a mistake. Minimal relieve and care. I returned to Dr. Jamie Mulholland in Airdrie and what a difference. Hips line up, pain on standing gone, not hunched over due to lower and upper back pain, headaches relieve in the first visit back to Dr. Jamie. Won’t venture away again.
Mike V.
Realiza of Sunridge location is highly recommended for her massage skills. She takes time to understand client’s concern and offers an effective approach to address them.
Katherine
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Jackie Fairbourn for over 8 years and I highly recommend her as an amazingly gifted healing facilitator. She continues to impress me with her openness to adding gentle healing approaches to her extensive chiropractic skill set. Lately I have particularly enjoyed the tension-relieving benefits resulting from receiving Body Code, Emotional Code and now, Network Care. I appreciate her calm, informed and intuitive healing support.
Carole K.
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