Naturopathic medicine blends centuries-old natural, nontoxic therapies with advances in the science of health and human systems, covering all aspects of family health from prenatal to geriatric care.
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are the only primary care physicians trained in both natural and conventional approaches to prevent disease, treat acute illness, and manage or reverse chronic health conditions. It is effective in treating most health problems, both acute and chronic.
Naturopathic medicine concentrates on whole-patient wellness, centers around the patient, and emphasizes prevention and self-care.
Oregon naturopathic doctors have one of the broadest scopes of practice in the country, and are defined as primary care physicians in Oregon statute. Naturopathic doctors are licensed to diagnose and treat disease, perform or order diagnostic exams and tests, and can prescribe all pharmaceuticals needed in a primary care practice as well as the natural therapeutics that offer patients even more options to address their healthcare needs.
Homeopathy attempts to stimulate the body to recover itself. We use safe, natural homeopathic medicines to achieve this. We believe your body is well equipped to heal itself in most cases. Homeopathy stimulates a body where the immune system is weakened by injuries, addiction, diseases, etc. We utilize a full range of Homeopathic remedies to nurse your body to its optimum health.
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical art dating back over 2500 years. It is based on a system of meridians, or channels, that run throughout the body and carry Qi, or energy. Imbalances in the flow of Qi create pain, dysfunction and disease. Acupuncture involves using small gauge needles to correct imbalances at specific points along the meridians. It is extremely safe when performed by a licensed practitioner, and its efficacy has been demonstrated by a multitude of scientific studies and centuries of empirical evidence. Acupuncture can be used to treat a wide range of disorders from physical injuries and chronic pain to hormonal imbalances and depression. It can even help treat chronic diseases including diabetes, cancer, autoimmune diseases and neurological disorders.
Occasionally, our bodies may need a helping hand with adjusting the spine or a gentle massage to relive pain. Naturopathic medicine has its own methods of therapeutic manipulation of muscles, bones, and spine. We also use ultrasound, diathermy, exercise, massage, water, heat and cold, air, and gentle electrical pulses. The result is a more comfortable person.
Let’s face it, we don’t always eat right. We miss meals, overeat, consume junk foods and snack on unhealthy foods. Part of treating the whole body is making sure the body has the right fuels to work properly. We won’t make you go on a diet, but we will show you that adjusting what, when and how much you eat can greatly impact your health.
Many medical conditions can be treated more effectively with foods and nutritional supplements than by other means. We see fewer complications and side effects than conventional medicine by using dietetics, natural hygiene and nutritional supplementation. We offer comprehensive blood work for diagnosis of underlying nutritional deficiencies, problems with absorption, food allergies, etc. We also offer personalized nutritional supplementation such as oral supplements and injections.
Mental attitudes and emotional states can be critical elements in healing illness. NDs are trained in counseling, biofeedback, life-style, and other mind-body techniques.
Sometimes there are obstacles to coming into a medical office, but help is still available. Our doctors offer telehealth visits and can meet you over a HIPAA compliant connection.
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