Tools and Modalities
Naturopathic medicine’s range of modalities allows the practitioner to use a unique combination of various therapies to address the whole person and individualize treatment.
Clinical Nutrition—Diet has a large impact on health and Naturopathic Doctors provide nutritional recommendations that can treat health concerns safely and effectively.
Botanical Medicine—Medicinal plants have been used for thousands of years and play a valuable role in health care. Naturopathic Doctors are trained to use herbs correctly with other herbal combinations and treatments.
Homeopathic Medicine—Homeopathic medicines are derived from various dilutions of plant, animal and mineral substances. They are effective at stimulating the body’s innate healing abilities and work on the body’s physical and emotional levels.
Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture—Eastern herbs and acupuncture are used to regulate and balance the body’s vital energy. It is a unique medical system that has proven to be valuable in pain management and chronic illness.
Physical Medicine—Physical medicine aims to restore functional ability through the use of therapeutic massage, Naturopathic manipulation, hydrotherapy and exercise therapy.
Lifestyle Counselling—Naturopathic Doctors identify and address the impact of diet, lifestyle, stress, exercise, and environment on the patient’s health.
Intravenous Therapy—IV Therapy requires additional training and certification and involves the deliverance of nutritional substances via the veins. For more information, please read this article on Intravenous (IV) Nutrient Therapy.
Bowen Therapy—Also requiring additional training, Bowen Therapy uses gentle movements along specific points on the body to create balance at the cellular level.


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