What is Naturopathic Medicine?

Naturopathic medicine is a blend of centuries-old natural, non-toxic therapies with current advances in the study of health and human systems. By concentrating on patients, and not diseases, Naturopathic doctors are able to seek out and find the underlying cause of disease and treat the patient individually according to imbalances found. While naturopathic medicine focuses on whole – person wellness and preventative care, it is also able to easily be merged with diagnosis and treatment from other health care practitioners when appropriate.

The Principles of Naturopathic Medicine

First Do No Harm

The Healing Power of Nature

Identify and Treat the Causes

Doctor as Teacher

Treat the Whole Person

Prevention

Diagnostic Techniques

Diagnosis may include physical exams, laboratory (blood, urine, saliva, stool, etc.) testing, gynecological exams, nutritional and dietary assessments, metabolic analysis, allergy testing, x-ray examinations, thermography and other diagnostic tests as necessary.

Treatment Modalities

Clinical nutrition is a cornerstone of naturopathic medicine. This includes the use and exclusion of specific foods to increase the health of individual patients based on their specific needs.

Botanical Medicine is the use of plants as medicine. These plant based medicines are a naturally safe (when used correctly) and effective way of treating a myriad of imbalances within the body. Botanical medicines can be used as tinctures, bulk herbs, teas, baths, topical applications all of which have been extensively researched over the years.

Homeopathy is a powerful system of medicine that is more than 200 years old. This system of medicine utilizes highly diluted substances to cure illness. Homeopathic remedies act upon the vital force of the body to restore balance and harmony within the body.

Physical Medicine includes the naturopathic treatment of muscles, bones and joints. Applications of hot/cold, gentle electrical impulses, ultrasound, and exercise therapy are also included under this modality. Dr. Anja also incorporates craniosacral therapy into her physical medicine practice.

Counseling and Stress Management includes the utilization of the mind/body connection when treating the patient.

Yoga Therapy .Additional training and experience allows Dr. Anja to incorporate yoga -based therapies into her medical practice. These therapies include yoga postures, as well as, breathing techniques.