Acute & Chronic Pain
Acute and chronic pain affects how we experience our lives. We help treat the symptoms, while we work on strengthening your body, as well as easing the mind-body blockages which may be causing the pain. We relieve mechanical, referred and radicular pains, which cause sensations such as severe pressure, movement restriction, muscle fatigue, stiffness, dull aches, numbness, sharp pains, burning sensations, tingling and shooting pains that travel through the body.
Sports Injury
Sports injuries are a common occurrence, however, left untreated these injuries can put pressure on the spine and joints, damaging them, and leading to surgery. Common sports injuries include lower back pain, ankle sprains, groin pulls, hamstring strains, shin splints, knee injuries, shoulder injury and Tennis elbow. These can manifest as sudden and severe pain, swelling, tenderness, extreme leg or arm weakness, immobility of joints, and the inability to place weight on them.
Joint Pain
Joint pain can be caused by long time wear and tear of the body, as well as by injury, and include a frozen shoulder, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, hip pain, and knee injuries. Joint pain is also a feature of joint inflammation, arthritis, infection, and extremely rarely it can be a cause of cancer of the joint.
It is therefore important to seek help early on. Symptoms include joint redness, swelling, tenderness and warmth, which can cause limping, locking of the joint, loss of range of motion, stiffness, and weakness.
Whiplash
Whiplash is a neck injury due to forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, like the cracking of a whip, and can be caused during a car accident, contact sports or horse riding and cycling accidents. The symptoms include numbness and weakness in the upper extremities, loss of range of motion in the neck, headaches, neck pain, neck spasms, jaw pain, shoulder pain, tingling or numbness in the arms, fatigue and dizziness.
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, is when the cartilage in your joints breaks down, often in your hips, knees, and spine. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints and can damage the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels. Our treatments improve upon the underlying causes of Arthritis, as well as help increase mobility and flexibility, reduce pain, minimize joint damage, and improve or maintain quality of life.
Digestive Disorders
We use holistic regiments that alleviate or ease the gastro conditions and their difficult symptoms. We help treat indigestion, lactose intolerance and food allergies, constipation, Gastritis, peptic ulcers, hernias, Celiac Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Hemorrhoids, as well as their effects; diarrhea, bleeding, bloating, heartburn, incontinence, nausea, vomiting and an aching belly.
Immune Problems / Respiratory System
Taking care of your immune and respiratory systems is vital to the everyday functions of the body, and can prevent colds, ear, nose and throat infections as well as help the treatment of Asthma, Tonsillitis, Sinusitis, Bronchitis, phlegm and Hay Fever. These can create fatigue, achy muscles, swelling and redness, joint swelling, low-grade fever, skin rashes and trouble concentrating. Holistic medicine can be used as a regular immune boost mechanism, or to help when in need.
Weight Loss / Gain
The range of a person’s weight can be affected by a number of factors including age, hormonal changes, lack of sleep, some prescription medications, eating and physical activity habits, as well as certain illnesses and genetic conditions. If you have been trying unsuccessfully, to lose or regulate your weight, we are here to help. With nutritional guidance, acupuncture, help from a personal trainer, and treatments for stress and bad sleeping habits, we will help you achieve a healthy body.
Dermatological Disorders
While dermatological disorders are not life threatening diseases, oftentimes they can create a great discomfort and even damage our self esteem, affecting many aspects of our lives. We have treatments that help with acne, skin rashes, rashes following antibiotics, Eczema, Psoriasis, allergic reactions, itching (specific or full body), Dermatitis and dry skin. Our treatments are holistic and therefore also kinder to the skin, than some western medicines.
Headaches
We help Headaches that are either primary or secondary. Primary headaches, not associated with other diseases, can be migraine headaches, tension headaches, and cluster headaches, and cause nausea, vomiting, photophobia, dizziness, vertigo, and tenderness of the scalp. Secondary headaches are caused by other diseases, and can be a symptom of withdrawals, sinus infections, pregnancy or brain tumors, strokes, meningitis, and vasculitis.
Sleep Issues
If sleep problems are a regular occurrence and interfere with your daily life, you may be suffering from a sleep disorder. These include Insomnia, Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), and Narcolepsy. Ignoring sleep disorders can damage your physical health and lead to weight gain, impaired job performance, memory problems, car accidents, and strained relationships. Holistic treatments can ease these disorders, and give you your vibrancy back.
Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a disorder characterized by extreme fatigue or tiredness that doesn’t go away with rest or sleep. Contributing factors are believed to include a weakened immune system, stress, and hormonal imbalances. CFS can affect anyone, though it’s most common among women in their 40s and 50s. Holistic treatments help relieve the causes and symptoms, boosting your energy and allowing you to function better.
Allergies
Whether seasonally affected or all year round, we help allergy sufferers by building you up from the inside. When your immune system is hyper-sensitive it creates adverse reactions to food, pets, plants, or the man-made environment. Symptoms include asthma, sneezing, an itchy, runny or blocked nose, conjunctivitis, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and a cough, as well as raised, itchy, red rashes (hives) and swollen lips, tongue, eyes or face.
Hypertension / Cardiovascular Disorders
Hypertension is abnormally high blood pressure, and can lead to health issues such as heart disease or stroke. Usually hypertension is defined as blood pressure above 140/90. Common causes are smoking, excessive alcohol use, being overweight, lack of physical activity, high salt intake, stress and aging. Other cardiovascular disorders we help treat include anxiety, palpitations, vertigo, low blood pressure, anemia, dizziness and Diabetes.
Oncology Support
Oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. While these treatments can be painful, exhausting and harsh on the body, they are also crucial. We give support alongside your therapy treatments to help relieve the Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Fatigue, Aches and pains. We are also there to aid with the physical and emotional recovery, post treatment.
Stroke Rehab
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel to the brain is either blocked by a clot, or bursts. The side effects of a stroke are difficult and disheartening. These include, weakness, fatigue, paralysis, and problems with balance or coordination as well as pain, numbness, or burning and tingling sensations, or an inattention to one side of the body. We help with the blood flow, pain and muscle strength, as well as waking up the nervous systems.
Neurological and Musculoskeletal Disorders
There are a wide variety of Neurologic and Musculoskeletal disorders that may be the result of altered muscular, skeletal, neurological or cognitive function. These affect your movement, strength, coordination, reaction time, range of motion, processing speed and attention span. We also help with the treatment of Fibromyalgia, Sciatica, TMJ, Bell’s Palsy, Paralysis, Meniere’s Disease, Trigeminal Neuralgia, numbness after surgery, peripheral neuropathy and more.
Women's Health
We treat women at all stages of their lives, as well as help them transition from one to the other, with ease and peace of mind. We help with severe cramping, pre/post natal care, pregnancy complications, menopause, irregular cycles, spotting, hormone imbalances, heavy flow, rapid weight gain or loss, night sweats, irregular menses, dryness, sleep interruption, digestive issues, bloating, migraine headaches, Premenstrual Syndrome and more.
Men's Health
As our bodies change, so does our strength and resilience, making us prone to the effects of stress and an unhealthy lifestyle, which then cause reproductive problems such as a low libido and erectile dysfunction. We help these, as well as neurological dysfunctions, low sperm count, and hormonal imbalances. Through holistic treatments and Chinese Herbal Medicine we can also increase the blood flow, reduce stress and inflammation, a balance the hormonal system, so the sperm count builds up.
Fertility Support
We help couples achieve a healthy pregnancy, helping to treat Amenorrhea, Decreased Ovarian Reserve, Elevated FSH, Endometriosis, Luteal Phase Defect, Ovarian Cysts, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), recurrent miscarriage, and stress-related hormone imbalances, in women. We help neurological dysfunction, low libido, low sperm count, hormonal imbalances, age related changes, and psychological issues in men. We also give IVF and IUI support.
During / Post Pregnancy
We support you during your pregnancy, working through the different ailments of all three trimesters. We help treat morning sickness, fatigue, nausea, sciatica, acid reflux, and carpal tunnel, Hemorrhoids, as well as giving delivery support, especially in cases of breach position, and can induce labor. Once your baby is safe and healthy we also support you if you are experiencing postpartum symptoms such as depression, anxiety, restlessness, loss of appetite and insomnia.
Pediatrics
Holistic medicine is a safe, friendly, and non-addictive way to treat children without the side effects of prescription medication. Through calming and gentle treatments we can help Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD, ADHD), flu symptoms, sore throat, cough, asthma, sleep disorders, food allergies, and stomach aches. Our practitioners are kid friendly, lively and fun to work with.
Anxiety / Depression
Mental and emotional imbalance can be debilitating. We help treat both the root causes of your turmoil as well as the physical and emotional symptoms. We help reduce headaches, neck pain, a nervous stomach, heart palpitations, erratic thinking, depersonalization, mood swings, disorientation, irritability, aggression and even emotional numbness. We work closely with you and offer safety, empathy, and compassionate support through all stages of recovery.
Sleep Issues
If sleep problems are a regular occurrence and interfere with your daily life, you may be suffering from a sleep disorder. These include Insomnia, Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), and Narcolepsy. Ignoring sleep disorders can damage your physical health and lead to weight gain, impaired job performance, memory problems, car accidents, and strained relationships. Holistic treatments can ease these disorders, and give you your vibrancy back.
Addictions
Addiction is a brain disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli, despite adverse consequences. A person can be addicted to many stimuli which include eating food, cigarettes and alcohol, coffee, sugar, the use of Narcotics & Opioids, and participation in high-thrill cultural activities such as gambling. We give you emotional and psychological support to come off the addiction and deal with life’s ups and downs, as well as support in handling the physical effects of the withdrawals.
Emotional Trauma
Emotional and psychological trauma is the result of extraordinarily stressful events that shatter your sense of security, and can be caused by one-time events or ongoing relentless stress. It can leave you struggling with upsetting emotions, memories, and anxiety that won’t go away. You may feel numb, disconnected, and unable to trust other people, which can stop you from progressing in your life. If left untreated trauma can even cause physical pains and diseases.