The following are descriptions of the various
treatment options available at our centre. For
further information please feel free to call us.
Aromatherapy
This holistic treatment cares for the body with
pure botanical oils. Each client receives a massage
with a unique blend of essential oils, created
specifically for them. Benefits include reduction
of fatigue, invigoration of the body, and pain
relief.
Core Belief Engineering
A one-on-one alternative psychotherapy that identifies
subconscious outdated or limiting beliefs and
replaces them with our own original natural beliefs
that support happiness and success, physical health
and emotional wellbeing.
Counselling
The art and skill of active and compassionate
listening combined with emotional support, education
and guidance. Individual or relationship counselling
provides an opportunity to discuss issues or difficulties
within an impartial, safe, and non-judgmental
invironment.
Ear Candling
This ancient healing method originated in Egypt
and offers a natural technique to effectively
address many ear and sinus problems. Through a
process known as "convection", softer
waxes and toxins are drawn out of the ear, oxidized
and turned into vapours during the procedure.
Hot Stone Massage
This massage uses smooth heated basalt stones
which are placed on specific acupressure points
on the body. These warm stones promote a sense
of relaxation and improved wellbeing.
Integrative Manual Therapy
(IMT)
This approach comprehensively assesses and treats
for acute and chronic pain which may be contributing
to or causing a lack of full movement. A variety
of therapies are used as part of this unique approach
to pain and disability. Modalities include:
Cranial Therapy
A gentle hands on approach to reduce restrictions
and blockages in the head, face, neck, spinal
canal and pelvis. These blockages reduce the
fluid flow and can cause or contribute pain
to these sites. Cranial Therapy addresses the
arterial, venous and lymphatic fluid systems
of these structures to re-establish optimal
fluid flow.
Muscle Energy Technique
A gentle hands on approach to correct for joint
misalignment. This technique does not use high
velocity adjustments seen with chiropractic
but rather focuses on the muscular component
that may be influencing the joint alignment.
Neural Tissue Tension Technique
This gentle hands on approach addresses adverse
physical tensions held in nerves that may cause
pain such as sciatica and carpal tunnel syndrome
just to name a few. By applying minimal pressure,
a nerve can release unwanted tensions thereby
eliminating the pain and associated symptoms.
Strain-Counterstain Technique
This gentle hands on approach is used to influence
the "automatic" part of our nervous
system which controls in part tensions in arteries,
veins and lymphatic tissues. When the tension
is too high, adequate amounts of blood and fluids
may not reach the desired organs, structures,
etc. Using this technique can reduce the tensions
and positive results can be seen in as little
as 90 seconds.
Visceral Manipulation
This hands on technique is used to reduce tensions
in and between organs which then enhances the
function of that organ. Organ specific pain
can be significantly reduced with the application
of this approach.
Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine is a complete system of
medicine. It blends the science of conventional
medicine with the ancient wisdoms of natural medicine.
Naturopathic Doctors (ND) have seven years of
post secondary education and are trained in physical
diagnosis and naturopathic treatment modalities.
The ND gathers information to create an individualized
treatment plan, one that addresses the patient
and their lifestyle, not just the illness. Modalities
include:
Botanical (Herbal)
Medicine
Plants have been used for centuries for their
healing properties and are in fact the foundation
for modern pharmacology. This has led to ample
research on the safety and effectiveness of
botanical medicines.
Clinical Nutrition
Nutrition explores the world of food and supplements.
Diet is the cornerstone of health -- what you
put into your body determines how your body
will function. With dietary modifications specifically
tailored to your needs, you will be better able
to function at all levels.
Homeopathic Medicine
Homeopathy is based on the Law of Similars,
like remedies cure like diseases. Homeopathic
medicines are made of minute amounts of plant,
animal, and mineral substances. These remedies
stimulate the body's inherent ability to heal
itself. Homeopathy focuses on the individual's
specific symptoms rather than on the cause of
illness. This provides exceptionally personalized
care as no two people experience an illness
in the same way.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is the use of alternating hot
and cold applications of water. It may be used
over the whole body or specific parts. Although
water therapy is simple, it provides profound
effects on immunity, circulation, digestion
and detoxification. Because of its simplicity,
hydrotherapy can be used at home to maintain
progress between visits.
Lifestyle Counselling
Lifestyle counselling is a distinguishing factor
in naturopathic medicine. While being treated
for current conditions, important elements to
health including stress management and sleep
patterns will be evaluated. From this evaluation,
specific lifestyle changes will be recommended.
Once incorporated, these healthy new habits
create long-term health with emphasis on prevention.
Traditional Chinese
Medicine and Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) incorporates
the use of acupuncture, herbs, diet and lifestyle
to restore balance and normal function. This
system of medicine recognizes that blocked energy
(chi) leads to pain, disease and impaired organ
function. The role of acupuncture in TCM is
to remove blocked energy by inserting needles
at specific points along energy meridians. This
allows the chi to move through channels with
ease.
Reflexology
Through gentle massage of the feet, hands or
ears, reflexes which correspond to the entire
body are activated. This is especially useful
in inducing relaxation, stimulating circulation,
and reducing stress-related disorders.
Reiki
A Japanese word derived from "ray"
(divine wisdom) and "ke" (life-force
energy), Reiki is a healing technique that enhances
the energy field that surrounds and penetrates
the physical body. This is an ancient and gentle
art that relieves physical and emotional pain,
reduces stress, and restores balance and harmony.
Spiritual Psychotherapy
This spiritual approach to psychotherapy recognizes
that people are both human and spiritual beings
holistically interconnected through body, mind,
heart and spirit. Extensive clinical training
is blended with spiritual framework, and pain
is often understood as a catalyst for spiritual
growth.
Therapeutic Massage
This hands on therapy is used to treat for pain
both chronic and acute and to aid in the management
of stress. Through the application of a lotion,
manipulation of soft tissues of the body (skin,
muscle, ligaments and tendons) is performed to
increase circulation locally and thereby reduce
pain and increase joing movement.
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